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.
Tuesday, Jan. 10
Rhody Queer Owned Presents: New Year Networking: Join for complimentary appetizers, a cash bar, and goal setting for a successful new year. Hosted by Rhody Queer Owned Founder & local Realtor, Emmett Teter, as well as Meg Kenyon from Rockland Trust and guest speakers from the community. The Rhody Queer Owned networking group was founded in 2021. The goal of the group is to build networking connections within the queer community while harboring a safe space for folks to show up as they are. Whether you're currently in the Rhody Queer Owned Facebook group or just hearing about it now, we invite you to RSVP and attend the event! Event starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Res American Bistro, 123 Empire St, Providence, RI. For more information, please visit here.
Thursday, Jan. 12
RI Biz Connect January 2023 Luncheon: Starting January 2023 RI Biz Connect will be charging a small event fee of $10. To help grow the group we're asking everyone to bring a guest, pay your fee and your guest is free! The caveat is they haven't attended a RI biz connection before. January's speaker is Rosemary Carminati and her topic is "It's 2023 STOP Procrastination!" Event starts at 11:30 a.m. at Chelo's Hometown Bar & Grille, 911 Warren Avenue, East Providence, RI. For more information, please visit here.
Wednesday, Jan. 18
Getting Back to Business January 2023 Networking Event: Bring some colleagues, friends, or come alone. All industries are welcome — because you never know where your next "client" or from whom "your next referral" may come. Opportunities are everywhere. Tickets $15 in advance and $25 at the door. Event starts at 5:30 p.m. at Chapel Grille 3000 Chapel View Boulevard, Cranston, RI. For more information, please visit here.
Wednesday, Jan. 18
Providence Career Fair: Dress to impress and please bring an updated resume. This is a 100% free event for job seekers to attend. Open positions: Hiring managers are onsite to fill positions in sales, retail, customer service, education, admissions, production, financial services, banking engineering, healthcare, project management and more. Hiring companies: For a list of open positions and attending companies please forward your resume, city of employment and salary requirements to: hr@nationwidecareerfairs.com. A list of companies will be provided to confirmed attendees 72 hours prior to the career fair. Event starts at 9:30 a.m. at the Marriott Hotel, 1 Orms St., Providence, RI. For more information, please visit here.
Wednesday, Jan. 18
OSB Career Expo: This event will feature over 100 companies from both the State of Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts area. Welcoming over 1,000 job seekers from new college graduates to experienced industry professionals. Event starts at 10 a.m. at Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin Street, Providence, RI. For more information, please visit here.
Tuesday, Jan. 24
Blue Innovation Symposium: The Blue Innovation Symposium is the premier event in New England for connecting the marine technology industry for education, networking and facilitating partnering opportunities. The conference brings together a broad spectrum of representatives of the marine technology industry from the US and beyond. Each year, the program has welcomed more than 270 attendees and nearly 40 sponsors for the three-day event, which included keynote addresses, panel discussions and a unique series of five-minute flash talks. Tickets start at $75 and registration is required. Event starts at 1 p.m. and runs through Jan. 26 at Roger Williams University, 1 Old Ferry Rd, Bristol, RI. For more information, please visit here.
