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We at Rhode Island Inno have established a curated calendar of statewide goings-on we think readers will enjoy — all in one spot. They range from networking events to innovation showcases. Look for new events every month, and don’t hesitate to let us know if there’s more (or less) of a type of event you’d like to hear about.
Thursday, June 2
Minority Small Business Roundtable Event with Gov. Dan McKee: This Minority Small Business Roundtable will give Gov. McKee an opportunity to discuss with the Minority Small Business Community about several policies and measures aimed at improving the local Small Business Ecosystem such as the Minority Small Business Support Initiative, the upcoming Creation of a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), workforce & talent development for high growth industries, improving business assistance to small businesses and creating an equitable economy. Event starts at 5 p.m. at Rhode Island College Workforce Development HUB, 934 Dexter Street, Central Falls, RI 02863. Find more information and registration here.
Tuesday, June 7
The Future of Ocean Sensors: Join the Blue Venture Forum for a panel discussion about leading edge innovations, challenges, and opportunities in oceanographic sensor development. During this year's Blue Innovation Symposium we had a lively discussion about the future of sensing and this panel will expand on that topic. Panelists include Mike Wardlaw, Office of Naval Research (ONR), and Vic Ricci, Naval Undersea Warfare Center. Runs from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840. Find more information and registration here.
Tuesday, June 7
Innovation Studio RI Pitch Contest: Watch local entrepreneurs and business owners sharing their pitches in the hopes of winning cash prizes! Join us at the Westway Club to watch pitchers compete for fantastic prizes sponsored by Cox Business and the Westway Club. Event starts at 5 p.m. at The Westway Club, 11th Floor, 1 Turks Head Place. Providence, RI 02903. For more information or to register, visit here.
Thursday, June 9
SEG Spring 2022 Incubator Graduation: Join us to celebrate SEG´'s Spring 2022 Incubator graduates! These participants have worked diligently over 10 weeks to define and refine their ideas for impact. Each individual has made tremendous strides in planning the future of their venture. We are so excited to celebrate their incredible ventures! Come listen, support, and celebrate their hard work. Starts at 6 p.m. at SEG, 10 Davol Square, Providence, RI 02903. You can RSVP to the free event here.
Thursday, June 9
RI Business Connections June 2022 Monthly Luncheon: Great people, great venues, and great opportunities to grow your business! There is no event fee. Chelo's provides the room for free therefore attendees are required to purchase a lunch, and no coffee and a small salad are NOT lunch. Registration at 11:20, meeting starts promptly at 11:30am and ends promptly at 1pm. For more information or to register, visit here.
Monday, June 13
Revolution Wind Open House: On Monday, June 13th, we will be hosting an Open House for community residents and stakeholders in Rhode Island to learn more about the project. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the URI Coastal Institute, 1st Floor, URI Bay Campus, 215 South Ferry Road, Narragansett. You can RSVP to the free event here.
Tuesday, June 14
Traditional Building Conference Series: Join us June 14-15 in historic Newport, Rhode Island, for a two day interactive symposium, at the Newport Art Museum, where you will learn from best-in-class experts and practitioners about historic preservation, adaptive use, urban infill, classical design, sustainable design, building restoration/maintenance and traditional craft. Network with your industry peers, clients and the technical representatives from restoration/renovation product suppliers. Starts at 8 a.m. at the Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840. For more information or to register, visit here.
Thursday, June 16
SEG Volunteer Appreciation Celebration at Roger Williams Park: SEG skills-based volunteers help our motivated and passionate social entrepreneurs move their ventures forward by offering assistance in a variety of areas, from business strategy and budgeting to marketing and social media. They teach SEG workshops, host one-on-one advising sessions, serve as dedicated coaches for entrepreneurs, and so much more. It’s time to say thank you! We invite you to come honor and celebrate all of our dedicated volunteers and give a special round of applause to the volunteers who will be receiving awards for their service at SEG. Starts at 5:30 p.m. at Clark Dalrymple Boathouse at Roger Williams Park, 1000 Elmwood Ave., Providence, RI 02907. Find more information and registration here.
Friday, June 17
2022 New England Regional SACNAS Meeting: The 2022 New England Regional SACNAS Meeting is free and open to the public. The conference serves as a professional development and networking opportunity for undergraduate students, graduate students, post-baccalaureate students, post-doctoral researchers, staff, and faculty in all STEM disciplines in the New England area. The program will include keynote addresses by Dr. Kristy Red-Horse, Ph.D. and Dr. Omolola (Lola) Eniola-Adefeso, Ph.D., oral and poster presentations, professional development workshops and a graduate school and career fair. Programs start on Friday at 4 p.m. and run through Saturday, June 18 at 7 p.m., at Brown University, 75 Waterman Street, Providence, RI 02912. Find more information and registration here.
