Because Rhode Island is a veritable hive of cool people doing cool things and hiring personal assistants is expensive, we at Rhode Island Inno have established a curated calendar of statewide goings-on we think readers will enjoy — alllll in one spot. Look for new events listings 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 more of.
Don’t forget to check out our Events Directory for even more Ocean State happenings.
Week One
Monday, May 3
How to Start A Financial Literacy Business - Providence: Want to discover how you can make over $100,000 a year by helping people with their finances in an ethical way? Then you won’t want to miss this webinar. You can succeed at this even if you currently know nothing about money or business, as long as you are willing to learn, work hard, and take action. Event will be held on various dates throughout the month. More information here.
Thursday, May 6
Research And Development Tax Credits: Nate Carpenter, consultant with American Incentive Advisors, will show how small- and medium-sized businesses can reclaim their R&D tax credits in this free workshop. Roughly 90% of businesses are eligible for R&D tax credits, but only 5% apply. If your business has paid taxes over the last three years, join and learn how to reclaim your tax credits. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. online. More information here.
Trends In RI Innovation Ecosystem: Where Innovation Meets Food: In partnership with the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce Innovation Economy Committee, this panel will explore investments in Rhode Island's foodie future and meet with the new leaders sparking food innovation in our state. This is the first event in a new series on Rhode Island innovation with the chamber’s Innovation Economy Committee. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. online. More information here.
Rhode Island Business Competition: Award Ceremony: The Rhode Island Business Competition aims to create and foster growth companies in Rhode Island that will increase local employment. It's all about helping emerging entrepreneurs achieve their dreams. Event begins online at 5 p.m. More information here.
Hazeltine Mentoring In Entrepreneurship Award Celebration: Professor Barrett Hazeltine has been mentoring and inspiring Brown University students for decades. In honor of his dedication to student mentoring, and in particular, his mentorship of aspiring entrepreneurs, a group of alumni came together to start the Barrett Hazeltine Mentoring in Entrepreneurship Award. On May 6, come and raise a glass from home to honor the award recipients, Hamzah Ansari PRIME ‘09 and Troy Henikoff ‘86. Also, say hello to Professor Hazeltine and hear from student speakers. Event begins at 4 p.m. online. More information here.
Week Two
Tuesday, May 11
Little States, Big Innovation: Israel X Rhode Island: Please join RIIC, District Hall Providence, and RIHub each month as they bring you the best Israel has to offer to Rhode Island’s innovation community. Each month they’ll be introducing you to some of Israel’s most exciting entrepreneurs who are looking to expand to the U.S. and collaborate in business, academia, and research in Rhode Island. Don’t miss the opportunity to join our interactive sessions and connect with the ‘Startup Nation’s’ best and brightest. Event begins online at noon. More information here.
Chamber Café - Chat. Connect. Collaborate: Chamber Café is a virtual networking experience that creates connections and results in real business leads. This event is designed for chamber members to meet and make new connections and to grow established business relationships. Event begins online at 8:30 a.m. More information here.
Wednesday, May 12
Crafting A Small Business With Devienna Anggraini: This workshop will go in depth on important topics such as merchandising and selling your work, retail vs. wholesale, and selling work wholesale and at trade shows. You’ll get insider tips on how to do it right. This workshop is intended for artists who either want to earn additional income by selling their work, or those who already do sell their work and want to streamline or professionalize the business aspects of their practice. Event begins online at 7 p.m. More information here.
Thursday, May 13
MedTech Innovation: Join us every month as we explore innovations in medtech and related fields with the MedTech Innovation Forum and learn the skills, resources and tools needed to bring a new medtech innovation to market. This monthly program is in partnership with Ximedica and the New England Medical Innovation Forum. Event begins online at 10:30 a.m. More information here.
Week Three
Wednesday, May 19
Virtual Business Hours: Grab your "after work beverage of choice" and join the Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce from your own home or office for an hour of virtual networking. Everyone will have the opportunity to address the group for one to two minutes to let them know what you do, who you are looking to connect with, how your business has adapted to the current situation, and what the other attendees can do to support your business during this time. Event begins at 5 p.m. online. More information here.
Thursday, May 20
Innovation Is For Everyone: Community And Social Equity: Join for a startup story featuring Lanre Ajakaiye of 25 Bough. Startup stories showcase local innovators, startups and small businesses with their own session dedicated to sharing what they've learned with the community. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. online. More information here.
Best Practices For Social Media Ads And Promotions: Social media ads help you get more bang for your marketing buck while reducing the amount of time you personally have to spend on social media. Reach your ideal client faster than with organized posting. Amanda Basse, RISBDC marketing counselor, will lead the session. Event begins online at 11 a.m. More information here.
Week Four
Wednesday, May 26
Unconscious Bias At Work: The Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce welcomes Dionne Wright Poulton, Ph.D., vice president and chief diversity officer of Care New England Health System to discuss unconscious bias in the workplace. Event begins online at 10 a.m. More information here.
Thursday, May 27
Workshop: 15 PR Tips Gor Entrepreneurs And Small Business Owners: Media moves at a frenetic pace, but getting noticed in today’s climate does not have to be a challenge. This workshop, led by Andrea McHugh, will give you an insider’s insight on how to work with the media to tell your story, build your brand and draw in your target audience. These 15 do’s and don'ts will help you understand what is media-friendly; connect with your target audience and elevate your message. Event begins at 10:30 a.m. online. More information here.
PBN’s 2021 Business Women Awards: Providence Business News hosts a virtual recognition ceremony and ‘live’ networking with the honorees and other guests. After the event you will also receive a link to view the business women special section, which will profile all the honorees. Event begins at noon online. More information here.
