We would like to thank the entire membership for a superb effort in presenting the “pro-jobs, pro-growth” perspective to the members of the Rhode Island General Assembly last Wednesday, March 26, 2008 in the House Finance Committee. Hundreds of you carved out time to go up to the State House to make your views known and felt. Hundreds more made time to write letters to legislators, provide us with appropriate talking points and engage new colleagues by spreading the word. The effort was described by one key lawmaker today as “the most impressive turnout of business leaders in a decade.”
FREE WEBCAST: Networking and Building Relationships
There’s a new way of networking!
Join Craig Bentley, executive coach and senior communications consultant at Bates Communications as he leads you through this new and improved networking approach! Registration is required for this event. The link to view this FREE webcast will be sent to you via email on April 1, 2008. We also encourage you to participate in the brief survey following the webcast.
The next meeting of The Small Business Council Education & Training Sub-Committee will be held Tuesday, April 8 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. The Chamber is currently seeking members for this vitally important Small Business Council. The group, which meets quarterly, is charged with developing an action agenda for advocating on behalf of small business.
“Where people meet to build their business”
Take charge of growing your business and start connecting with other small business members by exchanging leads at the Small Talks Leads Group taking place at the Chamber on Friday, April 11 from 8:00-9:00 a.m. Reserve your spot today! Space is limited and there is no charge to attend, but you must register in advance. Please contact Paula Hopkins at phopkins@provchamber.com or 401-621-6120.
Annual Sloan Awards for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility
Does your company provide flexible schedules, job sharing and telecommuting among other flexibility options for your employees? The Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce is encouraging you to apply for this national award online at www.whenworkworks.org. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 14, 2008.
The 14th Annual Worksite Health Awards recognizes Rhode Island businesses that promote worksite wellness. Apply for this award by completing the application at www.providencechamber.com and click on Worksite Health Awards Application.The deadline to apply is Friday, April 11, 2008.
The Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce continues to add partners to its Small Business Chamber Advantage Program -- a unique offering of discounted prices on products and services available only to Chamber members. This month's featured program:
Chamber members can now save with Staples
Order an average of $200 or more for a 6 month period and get a savings of up to 15% off your entire order
