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May 28, 2024
Our mission is to encourage, promote, and support business and serve as the trusted resource for our community.
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Don't miss our next MONTHLY MINGLE!
Join us June 12 at 5:30 pm at
Jade Engineered Plastics
15 New Industrial Way, Warren
Meet one of the region's largest employers – a family-owned company and state-of-the-art manufacturer.
Always a great time!
Chamber members $5, Guests $10 REGISTER NOW
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Want to play, but don't have a foursome?
We'll take care of that! Register now!
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Warren Town Manager Brian Sullivan welcomes Planet Fitness to Warren at their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. CLICK HERE to learn more | |
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East Bay Young Professionals! We will gather on The Wharf rooftop, 215 Water Street, Warren, to kick off Summer! Join us and be entered to win giveaways from local businesses! Thursday, May 30, 2024, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Let's continue to connect young professionals in the East Bay of RI through networking, friendships & business relationships. Our 2nd annual Summer kick off event will be hosted at the Wharf rooftop. Attendees will be entered to win amazing giveaways from local businesses! We will see you there!
Free Admission
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Ribbon Cutting & Customer Showcase Hosted by DJ Horton & Associates | |
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Join DJ in celebration of the reopening of DJ Horton & Associates and meet some of her clients and referral partners she will have join her in the celebration. Bring lots of business cards and prepare to network and enjoy the festivities.
June 3, 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Chamber Office, 16 Cutler Street, Warren
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Ribbon Cutting: Edward Jones Financial Advisor:
Christopher Stevenson
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 4:00 pm
You are invited to an Open House on June 12th from 4-6 PM for friends and community!
Please come and support your Chamber Members!
Ribbon Cutting at 4:00 pm
Edward Jones - Chris Stevenson CFP® CEPA®
310 Maple Ave Suite A
Barrington, RI 02806
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Ribbon Cutting: The Chris Woodard Real Estate Team at Keller Williams Coastal Realty
Join us 5:00 pm on June 26, 2024 for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for The Chris Woodard Real Estate Team at Keller Williams Coastal Realty
259 Thames St., in Bristol! - let Chris tell you all about it in the above video! Warren
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:
HomeSmart Professionals - Porgech Sia: https://SiaRealEstatePro.com
Floor Coverings International of Greater Providence: https://web.eastbaychamberri.org/Flooring/Floor-Coverings-International-of-Greater-Providence-8208
CompLyons HR Consulting, LLC, www.ComplyonsHR.com
DJ Horton & Associates, https://web.eastbaychamberri.org/Accounting,-Bookkeeping-Tax-Services/DJ-Horton-Associates-8194
Orbit Motion Systems, www.orbitri.com/
Talia Cyr - William Joseph Capital Management, www.williamjosephcapital.com/
East Coast Embroidery and Screen Printing, eastcoastembroidery.com
HomeSmart Professionals Real Estate, www.therhodehome.com
360 Biz Advisors, https://web.eastbaychamberri.org/Business-Services/360-Biz-Advisors--8199
Crown Collision, https://www.vivecollision.com/crowncollisioncenters/
Warren Land Trust, www.warrenlct.org
Sho The Realtor, https://www.shotherealtor.com/
Energy Marketers Association of RI, https://warmth-4ri.com/
Zanno Property Management, www.zannopm.com
Maritime Financial Coaching LLC, www.maritimefinancialcoaching.com
Planet Fitness - Warren
KonaIce - East Providence, www.kona-ice.com
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May 30 Thursday: East Bay Young Professionals Social Event, The Wharf, 215 Water St., Warren 6-8 pm
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June 3 Monday: Ribbon Cutting Open House & Customer Showcase: D. J. Horton & Associates, Chamber office, 16 Cutler St., Suite 102 Warren
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June 12 Wednesday, Ribbon Cutting Edward Jones - Chris Stevenson, Maple Ave, Barrington, 4:00 pm
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June 12 Wednesday, Monthly Mingle at Jade Engineered Plastics, 14 New Industrial Way, Warren, 5:30 pm
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June 25 Tuesday: WEBOND: Speaker Cori Durfee, 9:oo am
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June 26: Ribbon Cutting, Open House: The Chris Woodard Team at Keller Williams Coastal Realty, 259 Thames St., Unit 10, 5:00 pm
For more events: Click here
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We are starting to plan our next Vendor Fair & Food Truck Event, scheduled for Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 at Highlander Charter School.
If you are interested in being a vendor, send us an email, and let us know! When we open registration, you'll be first on the list! EMAIL NOW CLICK HERE
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UNDER THE DOME
As we approach the last few weeks of session, most of the bills mentioned in this publication will be scheduled for a vote by the committee, with a few hearings sprinkled throughout. The House Finance Committee has not posted the budget yet, but is expected to do so at any moment.
Tuesday, May 28th
H.7837, An Act Relating to Labor and Labor Relations – Workers Compensation is scheduled for a vote in the House Labor Committee at 3:45. The Senate version (S.2472) has already passed the Senate. The bill calls for independent contractors to file annually with the Department of Labor. A similar bill passed last year and became effective January 1, 2024. The court reviewed the statute and determined the language required further revision to clarify the intent of the Act. H.7837 specifies that independent contractors must file annually for each client to be legally considered an individual contractor. The process is simple. To file DWC-11-IC form online, go to: https://dlt.ri.gov/workers-compensation/independent-contractors If you are a company that hires independent contractors, the Chamber encourages you to verify the form has been filed.
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The Chamber of Commerce Coalition is your voice at the Rhode Island State House. If you have any concerns, questions, or comments, please email: advocacy@nrichamber.com
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Cybersecurity
Tip of the Week
Q: What are 10 things to keep your mobile phone secure?
A: 1. Lock your device with a PIN or password, and never leave it unattended in public
2. Uninstall apps you don’t use
3. ONLY download apps from trusted sources
4. Keep your phone’s operating system updated
5. Install antivirus software 6. Use your phone’s “find me” feature to prevent loss or theft
7. Cover the camera with a camera sticker when not in use
8. Back up your data
9. Encrypt the data if you have sensitive info stored on it
10. Don’t click on links or attachments from unsolicited e-mails or texts
Cybercrime is at an all-time high, and hackers are setting their sights on small and medium businesses who are “low hanging fruit.” Don’t be their next victim! To download this free report that reveals the most common ways that hackers get in and how to protect yourself today go to www.packetlogix.com
For a very limited time, at no cost to your company, we will conduct a dark web scan looking for your company’s hacked credentials for sale on the dark web. Contact Nikki Manalansan at 401-227-2695 or nikki@packetlogix.com for us to start your dark web scan today.
read more>>>
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The Rhode Island Small Business Development Center
Director, Paul Harden is available at the Chamber office Thursday mornings.
The Rhode Island Small Business Development Center (RISBDC) provides small business owners in the state with the services and expertise they need to succeed: no-cost expert counseling, relevant training, and access to vital resources. The RISBDC supports businesses at every stage, from start-up through maturity, and continues to support small businesses throughout the COVID crisis.
For more info or CALL for appointment:
https://web.uri.edu/risbdc/ pharden@uri.edu | 401-447-0148
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Monday, June 3rd
Getting Started with QuickBooks Online for Small Business
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Register Here
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Join our Private
East Bay Chamber Members Group
This is a private group for members of the East Bay Chamber to converse, share ideas and promotions, and help one another grow!
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