Tag: Greater Providence Chamber Of Commerce
Five Questions With Frank D. Sanchez
Frank D. Sanchez | President, Rhode Island College
1. Gov. Gina M. Raimondo has proposed expanding the Rhode Island Promise program to RIC. How important...
Businesses seek study of minimum wage hike
Rhode Island again is considering an increase in the minimum wage to stay competitive with surrounding states, including Massachusetts.
Among New England states, only Connecticut...
R.I. businesses wary of legalizing marijuana
Gov. Gina M. Raimondo sees millions of dollars in new state revenue from legalizing recreational marijuana use but business owners don’t want it to...
Mass. cannabis official cautions R.I. on legalization issues
PROVIDENCE -- One of Massachusetts' top cannabis officials offered advice for Rhode Island Tuesday morning as state lawmakers here kick off the debate on...
Blue Cross seeking applications for Worksite Health Awards
PROVIDENCE – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island is taking applications for the 25th Annual Worksite Health Awards honoring Rhode Island companies paying special...
Chamber opposes Raimondo sales tax expansion
Gov. Gina M. Raimondo has recommended an expansion of the state sales tax to include professional services associated with commercial buildings, such as landscaping,...
Editor’s Choice: Roberto to speak at Bryant Business Value Forum series
EDITOR’S CHOICE
Roberto to speak at Bryant Business Value Forum series MICHAEL A. ROBERTO, director of Bryant University’s Center for Program Innovation, will discuss...
Business and political leaders discuss state priorities at Chamber lunch
PROVIDENCE – Business and political leaders gathered on Wednesday to consider new proposals before the General Assembly this year, including mobile sports betting, legalizing...
Editor’s Choice: Greater Providence Chamber to host Legislative Luncheon
EDITOR’S CHOICE
Greater Providence Chamber to host legislative luncheon THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Legislative Luncheon forum, featuring a...
Expert panel looks at DFARS compliance
PROVIDENCE – An expert panel on Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement compliance, moderated by Chris Lanen of Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems, is set for...
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