Tag: Training
A new attempt to breathe life into R.I.’s main streets
The colloquial “Main Streets” are vital for community cohesion and small-business growth. Yet, these areas don’t develop naturally, and many local commercial corridors struggle...
The importance of training and development
A flight instructor was doing practice maneuvers with a student when he said, “I think it’s time we head back to the airport and...
Veolia tapped to manage Jamestown Water Treatment Plant
JAMESTOWN – Veolia North America, a provider of water services and environmental solutions across the U.S. and Canada, has secured a three-year agreement to...
McKee, RIDOH announce grant funding to boost primary care training capacity
PROVIDENCE – Gov. Daniel J. McKee and the R.I. Department of Health recently announced the state will make up to $90,000 in grant funding...
Jeffrey turns passion for mixed martial arts into successful business
When Peter Jeffrey started the Tri-Force MMA gym in Pawtucket in 2009, the financial security of mixed martial arts was not something to rest...
Experience necessary?
Does your company seek possible employee candidates who had prior job experience?
Depends on the position: 67%
Yes: 33%
No: 0%
When seeking a job candidate, how much...
R.I. Medical Reserve Corps launches institute to prepare for the worst
2024 PBN Innovative Companies Awards
EDUCATION/CAREER TRAINING: Rhode Island Medical Reserve Corps
DEDICATED TO IMPROVING the health and safety of communities across the state, the Rhode...
TECH TRANSFORMATION: AI finding its place in evolving industry
It’s no secret that advancements in technology have been playing an ever-larger role in manufacturing. Innovations in automation, robotics, digitization and, increasingly, artificial intelligence...
Union wants more training, staff at Women & Infants after it...
PROVIDENCE – Members of the Service Employees International Union 1199 New England recently held an informational picket demanding management at Women & Infants Hospital...
Put to the test
Does your company provide on-the-job training?
Yes: 100%
No: 0%
Is on-the-job training a requirement for employment for new hires?
Yes: 80%
No: 20%
Depends on the position: 0%
No, because...

















