Navigating AI at Work: Brown's Human-Centered AI Course Starts April 14
Artificial Intelligence is transforming work, leadership, and society. Yet too often the "people" strategy is missing. 83% of CEOs believe AI ethics will be a key differentiator for stakeholder trust in the next five years. At the same time, 72% of professionals fear their job will be replaced by AI, contributing to large-scale resistance to adoption. Brown University's Human-Centered AI: Integrating Technology and Human Potential helps participants implement AI-led efficiencies while shaping a culture
Save the Date: Empty Bowls 2026
One of Rhode Island’s favorite nights that brings together food, creatives, and community is back - the RI Community Food Bank’s Empty Bowls! Join us on Tuesday, March 31st from 6-8:30 PM at the WaterFire Arts Center for unlimited tastings from some of RI’s favorite eateries and receive a handcrafted artisan bowl as a keepsake - all to support filling the bowls of our neighbors. Mark your calendar because this event will sell out: tickets go on sale on Monday, February 16th on our website.
Panel of R.I. Preservation Leaders to Present “America 250 and Beyond''
The public is invited to hear from seven experts in Rhode Island history and historic preservation as they delve into the commemorations of America’s 250th anniversary and why this small state has an outsized role. Hosted by The Preservation Society of Newport County and moderated by its CEO and Executive Director Trudy Coxe, "America 250 and Beyond: Perspectives from Preservation Leaders" will be held on Thursday, February 12, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at historic Rosecliff. The program also may be
General Dynamics Electric Boat: ''The Boat Program'' - February 2026
“Full Circle” Exhibition Encompasses Past and Present in Contemporary Art
Legacy of “Monumenta” Examined in New Exhibition “Full Circle: Richard Fleischner with David Smith, Christo, Claes Oldenburg, Barnett Newman, & other Monumenta Artists.” Fifty-one years after “Monumenta” transformed Newport with one of the world’s first large-scale outdoor sculpture exhibitions, “Full Circle” revisits that groundbreaking moment through the work of Richard Fleischner, one of the last living participating artists, and his contemporaries. Centered on Fleischner’s enduring
Resounding Support at the State House on Food Insecurity Awareness Day
Food Bank CEO Melissa Cherney addressed a standing-room-only crowd at the State House for our annual Food Insecurity Awareness Day. Policymakers, advocates, and community members gathered for the release of our 2025 Status Report to demonstrate their support for bringing Rhode Island closer to a hunger-free future. “Hunger has gotten worse over the last five years,” Cherney said. “Today’s event is a call for collective action by all Rhode Islanders.” In his FY27 budget
DiPrete Engineering Welcomes Heather Crook as Director of Accounting & Finance
DiPrete Engineering is pleased to announce its newest team member, Heather Crook. Crook joined the team in August and has filled the role of Director of Accounting & Finance for the firm. Crook has over 15 years of experience in corporate finance. “Heather brings a well-rounded perspective to our team,” said Brandon Carr, Principal at DiPrete Engineering. “Her experience in corporate finance and her strong leadership skills make her an exceptional addition to DiPrete. We’re thrilled to have her expertise
Join us at Morin's 1911!
February is packed with great reasons to come on in to Morin’s 1911 It’s the perfect time to dust off those Christmas gift cards and treat yourself to a night out We’re kicking things up with Mardi Gras Weekend – February 6th, 7th & 8th, featuring festive specials, bold flavors, and a little Louisiana-style fun right here at Morin’s. Then just around the corner, Valentine’s Day, the perfect excuse for a date night, a celebration with friends, or simply enjoying a great meal without the
Bristol County Savings Bank Names Ranglin VP/Branch Manager Providence and Regional Team Leader for RI
Bristol County Savings Bank (BCSB), headquartered in Taunton, Massachusetts, announces the appointment of Desmond A. Ranglin to the position of Vice President/Branch Manager Regional Team Leader of its new downtown Providence office, located at 5 Exchange Street. In this role, Ranglin is responsible for managing branch operations, driving team performance and business growth, customer relations and community engagement for the Providence office as well as supervising all the Bank’s branches in the Greater
BankNewport Recognized as RI’s #1 SBA Lender in Multiple Categories
BankNewport Named Rhode Island SBA Lender of the Year in 7(a), 504 and Combined Dollar VolumeBankNewport Receives Multiple Honors for Fiscal Year 2025 BankNewport has been recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Rhode Island District Office for outstanding performance in small business lending, once again ranking number one statewide across multiple SBA lending categories. During the annual SBA Rhode Island Lender Awards ceremony on January 28, BankNewport was named: ● Rhode Island
OceanPoint Funding, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Lending Associates, Inc.
On January 14, 2026, OceanPoint Funding, Inc., an affiliate of OceanPoint Financial Partners, MHC, entered into an agreement to acquire Lending Associates, Inc. OceanPoint Financial Partners is the parent company of the OceanPoint Marine Lending brand. Lending Associates is a well‑established organization with a strong reputation in marine, RV, and aircraft lending. Led by Grant Smalling and Jack Crittenden, the company is headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL, with a team serving the West Coast, Great
People's Credit Union Promotes Jennifer McFarland to Head of Member Operations Newport Branch
Long-Experienced Member Service Professional Brings Proven Track Record in Branch Operations and SalesPeople’s Credit Union has announced the promotion of Jennifer McFarland to Head of Newport Member Operations, reporting to Heather Sweeney, Head of the Newport Branch. In her new role, Ms. McFarland will provide hands-on leadership for the branch’s daily operations, mentoring her team while delivering personalized, relationship-driven service to members. “Jenn’s dedication and results-driven approach have
Hinckley Allen Opens All-New Providence, RI Office
Hinckley Allen is proud to announce the relocation of its Providence, RI headquarters to a fully reimagined office at 100 Westminster Street—marking an exciting new chapter for the firm as it celebrates its 120th anniversary. Spanning 23,700 square feet, the natural light-filled space has been thoughtfully designed with partners, employees, and clients in mind—fostering collaboration, engagement, and connection at every turn. The firm has been a leader in the state’s legal, business, political, and
Welcome New Chamber Member The Pool Source
The Pool Source is a well-established pool and backyard living company based in Cranston, Rhode Island, serving local homeowners since 1986 with nearly 40 years of experience. The Pool Source offers a wide range of premium products, including above ground and in-ground pools, fiberglass and vinyl liner options, swim spas, hot tubs, traditional and infrared saunas, and cold plunge tubs, helping customers create custom outdoor retreats tailored to their space and lifestyle. Their 12,000-square-foot
BankNewport Highlights 2025 Community Investment
More than $1.75 million in giving and 10,000 service hours throughout Rhode Island BankNewport is pleased to announce that its 2025 philanthropy resulted in more than $1.75 million in total giving throughout Rhode Island. The funding was inclusive of charitable grants, contributions, community sponsorships, and branch donations. The Bank’s philanthropy impacted organizations across four key focus areas: basic human needs, education success, arts and culture, and healthy lives, thriving
Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation Awards $132,500 in Grants to Eighteen Non-Profits in Greater RI Region
Bristol County Savings Bank’s Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation (BCSCF) awarded grants totaling $132,500 to eighteen non-profit organizations in the greater Providence, Rhode Island region during a ceremony held recently at White’s of Westport in Westport, Massachusetts. All total, including the Taunton-Attleboro and SouthCoast regions, the Foundation donated $326,325 to 40 charitable organizations. Since the Foundation was formed in 1996, more than $36 million has been committed to hundreds of
Roger Williams University Renews Designation as Community Engagement Leader
Roger Williams University is recognized with a second consecutive Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for its commitment to community work and civic scholarship. Roger Williams University has again received the highly selective Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, recognizing the university as a leader in community-engaged work and scholarship. This marks RWU’s second consecutive time receiving the distinction, which is bestowed every six years. The designation demonstrates Roger
Navigant Credit Union Celebrates more than $2.1M in Philanthropic Impact in 2025
Through donations from the Credit Union and grants distributed through its independent Charitable Foundation, Navigant Credit Union continued its longstanding culture of giving back in 2025 Navigant Credit Union continued its longstanding commitment to giving back to the communities it serves in 2025, contributing more than $2.1 million in charitable grants and philanthropic donations to support hundreds of nonprofit organizations operating across the state. “Our team at Navigant Credit Union is
Small Business Succession Planning at the Center for Mediation RI
Who This Program is For: Owners of Small Businesses in Rhode Island – defined as a company/firm with revenue under $10 million or under 50 employees – that are intending to either retire or sell their business within the next 5 years. Best fits for this program already have planned successors in place to purchase the business or desire to find a successor in the immediate future to continue business operations. Periods of leadership and ownership transition are challenging for any business even under
Climate-Friendly Geothermal System Being Installed at Marble House
One of this city’s most famous 19th-century mansions soon will benefit from 21st-century green-energy technology. An extensive geothermal climate-control system is being installed at Marble House, a National Historic Landmark museum toured by nearly 150,000 visitors every year. The system will maintain steady, mild temperatures and a humidity level of 50 percent inside the house, helping to protect its contents, especially textiles, leather, paintings, paper and wooden objects. Another important benefit
Centreville Bank Surpasses $2 Million in Charitable Giving and Strong Employee Volunteer Commitment
Latest $658,000 Grant Round Supports 33 Local Organizations Across Rhode Island and Connecticut Centreville Bank announced today its 2025 community impact achievements, including surpassing $2 million in annual giving, including in donations and scholarships, through its Charitable Foundation and more than 5,000 volunteer service hours contributed by employees, demonstrating a strong commitment to supporting local communities. The year concluded with the Charitable Foundation’s final 2025 grant
Johnson & Wales University Celebrates First Masters of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics Graduates
Six students complete 16-month program Johnson & Wales University celebrated the completion of its first Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics cohort in December, presenting pins to six students. The group began the 16-month program in Fall 2024. “The JWU MSCND program is truly distinctive,” said College of Health & Wellness Dean Maura Daly Iversen, DPT, SD, MPH. “It integrates the rigorous science of nutrition and dietetics with the university's long and renowned history in the culinary
Save The Bay Opens Registration for Statewide BayCamp
BayCampers make memories, form friendships, and enjoy a summer experience like no other on Narragansett Bay.Registration for Rhode Island’s only week-long, Narragansett Bay-based summer camp opens today! Save The Bay’s BayCamps invite young explorers in grades K-12 to spend their summer along Rhode Island’s coast, learning about local waters, species and habitats, while taking an educational dive into the environmental and marine sciences. With full-day, week-long camps in Providence, Newport, Wickford,
Save The Bay's RI ICC Report - Tiny Trash Adds Up
Tiny Trash Continues to be a Big Problem for Narragansett Bay and its WatershedFor 40 years, The Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup has organized volunteers around the world to collect trash from shores and record what they find. The data is published in an annual report that serves as a key resource for advocates working to reduce marine debris. This week, Save The Bay, as the Rhode Island State Coordinator, published its local report. In 2025, 2,971 Rhode Island volunteers collected
Trinity Rep Presents Shakespeare's THE WINTER'S TALE
Enchanting production runs Feb. 12 – Mar. 22 Trinity Repertory Companycontinues its 62nd Season with The Winter’s Tale by William Shakespeare, directed by Brown/Trinity Rep alum Ben Steinfeld, the co-artistic director of Fiasco Theater. The New York Times dubbed the acclaimed Off-Broadway company “a force to reckon with in the American Theater.” “Ben comes from the same lineage of theater training as I do because we’re both Brown/Trinity Rep alumni, but he’s also had a whole other exploration of
Building Smart Growth Foundations for Small Businesses in Greater Providence
Growth is a thrilling word for any small business owner. But expansion — done right — isn’t just about hiring more people or opening another location. It’s about building the kind of resilience and systems that make growth sustainable over the long haul in Rhode Island’s ever-changing business landscape.TL;DR To grow well, small businesses should focus on five key areas: clarity of purpose, financial discipline, operational scalability, legal structure, and community connection. Build systems before you
Streamlining Client Onboarding: Smarter Systems for Smoother Starts
Client onboarding is more than just paperwork and welcome emails — it’s the first real impression of how your service-based business operates. A clunky, confusing, or manual onboarding process can quickly undercut trust, while a smooth, structured one builds confidence, accelerates delivery, and strengthens loyalty from day one.The Quick Summary Before diving deep, here’s what you’ll take away: Streamlined onboarding is about clarity, automation, and communication, not just speed. Systems that
Redefine Success with These Powerful Digital Marketing Assets
In digital marketing, skillfully managing assets can be the key to success. Having resources like images, videos, and reports meticulously organized enables greater impact. The value lies not in simply possessing these assets, but in strategically using them to stay ahead. Mastering digital asset management streamlines workflows, boosts team productivity, and enhances security. Embracing best practices transforms disarray into efficiency and raw potential into measurable success.Building a Fortress: User
Boss Moves: How Adobe Acrobat Helps Women Entrepreneurs Get It Done
Being an entrepreneur is all about juggling, innovating, and growing—but what if you had a secret weapon to make it easier? Enter Adobe Acrobat, a powerful ally that streamlines your day-to-day, helping you work smarter while leaving more room for what truly drives your business forward. This Women’s Small Business Month, we’re celebrating the ways Adobe Acrobat is empowering women entrepreneurs to elevate their hustle, simplify workflows, and realize bigger dreams. Acrobat AI Assistant: Check out
Turn Your Home into an Entrepreneurial Haven with Proven Tips and Best Practices
Transforming your home into a space that fuels entrepreneurial success is both an exciting and rewarding venture. By optimizing your environment for productivity and creativity, you can elevate your home into a hub for innovative thinking and business growth. A well-designed home office or workspace can help you maintain focus and balance while working on your entrepreneurial goals. Implementing effective strategies and best practices will ensure that your home supports your business ambitions without
