Tag: Johnson & Wales University
Duffy stepping down as co-executive director of AS220
PROVIDENCE – AS220 will see changes to its leadership this summer.
Shauna Duffy, who has been with AS220 for nearly 30 years, is stepping down as co-executive director...
When it comes to cakes, they’re very protective
Juli and Scott Chapin set out to solve a nagging problem with her wedding cake business, but the solution eventually turned into a solid...
World Cup bringing new flavors to New England
A plethora of flavors and cultures will descend on the region from Boston to Providence this summer when the United States, Canada and Mexico...
PBN summit: Workforce readiness starts before graduation
Rhode Island’s workforce challenges are no longer confined to unemployment rates or post-pandemic churn.
Instead, educators and industry leaders say the pressure point has shifted...
Colleges embrace creator economy curriculum
Ten years ago, most social media marketing education focused intensely on controlling a brand’s messaging.
Today, it’s been reimagined to prepare students for “a creator...
Creating a community through sustainable fashion
When Charlotte von Meister and Danielle Sturm launched The Nest PVD in 2021, the goal wasn’t simply to open just another clothing store.
New to...
PBN’s 2026 Workforce Development Summit slated for Feb. 19
PROVIDENCE – Emerging workforce trends, including the impact of technology and automation and innovative approaches to upskilling and reskilling employees, will be among the topics...
Demand only heating up for kitchen facilities
Often noted as “the smallest town in the smallest county in the smallest state,” Warren boasts the highest number of food processing licenses in...
Providence proves to be suited for pop-ups
Providence, with its compact commercial corridors and small retail bays, has proved to be a prime area for pop-up stores, giving local entrepreneurs a...
Meet the Makers: Hausers keep family tradition of Swiss chocolate making...
At Hauser Chocolatier, Rudi Hauser has a sweet job. The 18,000-square-foot Westerly-based operation makes chocolates and truffles. Delicious aromas of cocoa fill the air...
