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Wednesday, October 20, 2021Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce to host Annual Auction virtually, December 2-5, 2021
For immediate releaseOctober 21, 2021Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce to host Annual Auction virtually, December 2-5, 2021Newport, RI- The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce will host its annual auction as a virtual event over a four-day period, Thursday December 2nd through Sunday, December 5th. “We are happy to offer this unique opportunity for the first time to the entire community to take part in supporting the Chamber, and in turn, supporting our region’s local businesses. This year’s theme is
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Wednesday, October 13, 2021Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce to host Women in Business Event with Keynote Speaker Joan Kwiatk
For immediate releaseOctober 13th, 2021Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce to host Women in Business Event with Keynote Speaker Joan Kwiatkowski, PACE Organization of RINewport, RI- The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce will host its annual fall Women in Business After Hours event on Thursday, October 28th at Rosecliff Mansion. The event is sponsored by Bank of America, The Preservation Society of Newport County and Greenvale Vineyards with media sponsors, Newport This Week, 1540 WADK and MIXX 99.3.Guests
Tuesday, August 31, 2021Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce Selects Transamerica for Retirement Savings Plan
Click Here to read the Boston Business Journal's article on our new Retirement Savings Plan for Chamber members.
Friday, May 21, 2021People’s Credit Union sponsors Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce’s Shop Greater Newport Gift Card
People’s Credit Union sponsors Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce’s Shop Greater Newport Gift Card ProgramThe new Shop Greater Newport Gift Cards are redeemable at over 300 small businesses and restaurants.by Ryan M. Belmore May 20, 2021 | Read the original article here.People’s Credit Union today announced its sponsorship of the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce’s Shop Greater Newport Gift Card Program. Shop Greater Newport (SGN) is a unique gift card program that encourages consumers to find and choose
Sunday, April 25, 2021Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce names Isabel Marsh business outreach specialist
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce names Isabel Marsh business outreach specialist The original article can be read here. NEWPORT — The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce has named Isabel Marsh as Business Outreach Specialist working with the chamber's Regional Economic Development division and the stakeholders of Connect Greater Newport. She will support efforts to develop effective strategies for regional economic, workforce and ecosystem development. In her new role, Marsh will lead direct
Friday, April 16, 2021Tons of Love Returns to Newport County
Tons of Love Returns to Newport CountyIt's time again for the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce's Ton of Love food drive, benefitting the MLK Community Center!Newport Patch | Read the original article here.MLK CenterIt's time again for the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce's Ton of Love food drive, benefitting the MLK Community Center! Throughout the month of April, stop by any of these participating businesses throughout Newport County (& beyond!) to drop off your donation. You're also welcome to stop
Tuesday, April 13, 2021The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce hired Isabel Marsh as Business Outreach Specialist working w
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce513 Broadway Suite 218Newport, Rhode Island 02840401.847.1600www.NewportChamber.com The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce hired Isabel Marsh as Business Outreach Specialist working with Connect Greater Newport April 13, 2021 Newport, RI- The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce has named Isabel Marsh as Business Outreach Specialist working with our Regional Economic Development division and the stakeholders of Connect Greater Newport. She
Wednesday, April 07, 2021Small business owners voice concerns to Gov. McKee during visit to Thames Street in Newport
Small business owners voice concerns to Gov. McKee during visit to Thames Street in NewportSavana DunningNewport Daily News NEWPORT — Gov. Dan McKee purchased $10 worth in Newport-made fudge and rubbed elbows with local business leaders during a visit to Thames Street on Tuesday afternoon. Guided by Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Erin Donovan-Boyle, the governor spoke with small business owners about their concerns and excitement as they reopen for the upcoming summer season,
Tuesday, April 06, 2021Chamber Honors Women of Distinction
Chamber Honors Women of Distinction By ohtadmin | on April 01, 2021By Wendy Logan Read the original article here. In honor of Women’s History Month, The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce is honoring four “Women of Distinction” for their accomplishments, including community involvement, industry impact and professional success. “We were so proud to be able to honor this year’s women of distinction in the Greater Newport region,” said Erin Donovan-Boyle, chamber executive director. “Our … awardees
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Wednesday, March 31, 2021Greater Newport Chamber to host food drive throughout April
For Immediate ReleaseMarch 31, 2021 Greater Newport Chamber to host food drive throughout April Newport, RI- The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce will run its annual Ton of Love food drive to benefit the food pantry located at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. Ton of Love begins on April 1st and donations will be accepted throughout the month. This food drive is coordinated by the Chamber’s Ambassador Committee, a group of volunteers who work on behalf of the Chamber on several
Tuesday, March 30, 2021Restore Greater Newport Calls on the General Assembly to Increase Funding for Real Jobs RI
NEWS RELEASERestore Greater Newport Calls on the General Assembly to Increase Funding for Real Jobs RI Newport, Rhode Island, March 30, 2021: Recognizing that critical jobs training programs will more ably allow the Aquidneck Island region to economically recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, Restore Greater Newport, a coalition of business, tourism, hospitality, manufacturing and marine entities is calling on the General Assembly to increase funding for Real Jobs Rhode Island.Real Jobs RI is a program run
Wednesday, March 24, 2021Greater Newport Chamber names Mollie Frazer Williams Director of Innovation & Business Development
Greater Newport Chamber names Mollie Frazer Williams Director of Innovation & Business Development by, Ryan M. Belmore, What's Up Newpt Read the original article here. Williams will be tasked with advancing innovative models of business engagement and program implementation at Innovate Newport, as well as developing effective strategies for regional economic, workforce and ecosystem development. “I am honored to be taking on this new role at The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce. I have always been
Tuesday, March 23, 2021Greater Newport Chamber Hires Director of Innovation & Business Development
Greater Newport Chamber Hires Director of Innovation & Business Development Newport, RI - March 23, 2021 The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce has named Mollie Frazer Williams as Director of Innovation & Business Development. In this new role, Williams will be tasked with advancing innovative models of business engagement and program implementation at Innovate Newport, as well as developing effective strategies for regional economic, workforce and ecosystem development. “I am honored to be
Thursday, March 18, 2021Restore Greater Newport Calls on the McKee Administration and General Assembly to Deploy the American Rescue Plan Act Funding to Rebuild our Economy
Restore Greater Newport Calls on the McKee Administration and General Assembly to Deploy the American Rescue Plan Act Funding to Rebuild our Economy Newport, Rhode Island, March 16, 2021: With the passage last week of the American Rescue Plan, Rhode Island state government is expected to receive $1.78 billion in direct payments. As was demonstrated in late 2020, during the allocation of CARES funding for economic development purposes, the partnership between state agencies and established groups,
Tuesday, March 16, 2021Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce honors 2021 Women of Distinction
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce honors 2021 Women of DistinctionThe recipients represent countless impressive traits and a long list of accomplishments deserving of recognition, including community involvement, industry impact, and professional success.In honor of Women’s History Month, the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce recently announced that it will recognize four honorees with a 2021 Women of Distinction award. The recipients represent countless impressive traits and a long list of
Wednesday, March 10, 2021Restore Greater Newport requests state assistance to save the tourist season
Restore Greater Newport requests state assistance to save the tourist seasonby Ryan M. BelmoreRead the original article here. News Release Focusing on much needed recommendations for the region’s tourism industry, Restore Greater Newport, an organized coalition of business, tourism, hospitality, manufacturing and marine entities is once again calling on the General Assembly and the McKee Administration to immediately enact specific measures to save the upcoming tourism season and in so doing, minimize
Wednesday, March 03, 2021“Next 90 Days Most Critical” - Newport Business & Tourism Leaders to McKee & RI General Assembly
“Next 90 Days Most Critical” - Newport Business & Tourism Leaders to McKee & RI General Assembly Tuesday, March 02, 2021 GoLocalProv News Team Read the original article here. A coalition of business, tourism, hospitality, manufacturing and marine entities is calling on the General Assembly and the incoming McKee Administration to "immediately enact measures to minimize the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and restore economic prosperity to the greater Newport region." According to Erin
Tuesday, March 02, 2021Hoping for a successful Newport summer? A group of tourism, business leaders have some ideas
Hoping for a successful Newport summer? A group of tourism, business leaders have some ideasSavana Dunning, Newport Daily News Read the original article here. Newport-area businesses leader are calling on state lawmakers to increase support and aid to small businesses in anticipation for the summer 2021 travel season. “We're aiming to develop short term and longer term efforts to mitigate the negative economic impacts of the coronavirus,” said Erin Donovan-Boyle, executive director of the Greater Newport
Tuesday, March 02, 2021Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce issues statement on proposed minimum wage increase
Read the original article here. The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Erin Donovan-Boyle, and Board Chair, Joseph Pratt today issued the following statement regarding the proposed minimum wage increase. We write to share our concerns during a covid pandemic of the legislation to raise the minimum wage, specifically the increase proposed to take effect this year (October 2021). Members of the business community understand and appreciate the desire to improve wages in the
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Tuesday, January 26, 2021Lt. Governor Dan McKee as keynote speaker at January 27th Annual Meeting
Lt. Governor Dan McKee as keynote speaker at January 27th Annual Meeting By Newport This Week Staff | on January 26, 2021 | Read the original article here The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce will host their Annual Meeting virtually, at 5:30 on Wednesday evening, January 27th. As always, the meeting will cover the year in review, highlighting the Chamber’s accomplishments, the financial report, goals for the year ahead, and introduction of the in- coming members of the Board of
Thursday, December 17, 2020After 100 years, Greater Newport Chamber Continues Evolving
After 100 years, Greater Newport Chamber Continues Evolving Original article can be found here. Erin Donovan-Boyle, the current executive director and Bonnie Gomes, board chair of the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Meredith Bower) When the U.S. Navy abruptly announced in 1973 that it was pulling its Atlantic destroyer fleet out of Newport and closing the base, local officials were stunned. Just four years earlier, the Navy had forced the state to spend an additional $8 million to change
Friday, November 27, 2020Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce launches Shop Greater Newport
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce launches Shop Greater Newport Find original article here. By Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce The Greater Newport Chamber announces their newest initiative, Shop Greater Newport. This website will serve as an online directory for local businesses and a new, modern tool for local merchants and restaurants to market shopping and dining small to the Greater Newport community. This site will link to merchants’ current websites, or offer a valuable opportunity to
Tuesday, November 24, 2020Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce hiring Business Outreach Specialist
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce hiring Business Outreach Specialist Find the original article here. The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce is looking for a new member to join their dynamic team. The prime candidate would be an individual interested in advancing innovative models of business engagement and developing effective strategies for regional economic development. The position will support the Regional Economic Development Division of the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce and the
Thursday, September 17, 2020Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce partners with CCRI Division of Workforce Partnerships to provide free virtual courses
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce partners with CCRI Division of Workforce Partnerships to provide free virtual coursesOriginal article posted by Whats Up Newp and can be found here. The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce today announced that they and the Community College RI Divisions of Workforce Partnerships (CCRI) have formalized a partnership that will bring valuable programming to the businesses of Greater Newport. The Chamber’s partnership with CCRI was created to educate and empower local
Tuesday, August 25, 2020Restore Greater Newport Tracks COVID-19’s Economic Impact
Restore Greater Newport Tracks COVID-19’s Economic Impact By Community Submission | on August 24, 2020 Reposted from Newport Now powered by Newport This Week. The original article can be found here. Restore Greater Newport is tracking COVID-19’s economic impact on the greater Newport region, to learn the needs of businesses and residents. A survey, designed to be taken monthly by local residents and business owners, will help to determine how people are participating in the local economy in the midst of
Tuesday, August 25, 2020Restore Greater Newport calls on businesses, residents to fill out survey to track COVID-19 impact
Restore Greater Newport calls on businesses, residents to fill out survey to track COVID-19 impact Reposted from The Newport Daily News. The original article can be found here. Restore Greater Newport is tracking COVID-19′s economic impact on the Greater Newport region, to learn the needs of businesses and residents. A survey, designed to be taken monthly by local residents and business owners, will help to determine how people are participating in the local economy in the midst of the global
Monday, August 24, 2020Restore Greater Newport tracks Covid-19's economic impact
Reposted from WhatsupNewp.com. The original article can be found here.Restore Greater Newport tracks Covid-19's economic impact By Ryan Belmore - August 24, 2020 Restore Greater Newport is tracking COVID-19’s economic impact on the greater Newport region, to learn the needs of businesses and residents. A survey, designed to be taken monthly by local residents and business owners, will help to determine how people are participating in the local economy in the midst of the global pandemic. “It’s
Monday, August 24, 2020Commerce RI Accepting Round 2 of Small Business Grant Applications
Commerce RI Accepting Round 2 of Small Business Grant Applications Monday, August 24, 2020 GoLocalProv Business Team Reposted from GoLocalProv.com. The original article can be found here. Round two of the Restore Rhode Island Grant Program is now open and accepting applications. Of the $50 million of CARES Act funds available to small businesses less than $2 million has been awarded in RI. To learn more about how to apply, click here. Zoom Help Sessions: Led by members of the Commerce team, these
Thursday, June 18, 2020Chamber to Partner with CCRI Div. of Workforce Partnerships to Provide Free Virtual Courses
For Immediate Release June 18, 2020 Chamber to Partner with CCRI Division of Workforce Partnerships to Provide Free Virtual Courses NEWPORT, RI – The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce and the Community College RI Divisions of Workforce Partnerships (CCRI) have formalized a partnership that will bring valuable programming to the businesses of Greater Newport. The Chamber’s partnership with CCRI was created to educate and empower local entrepreneurs and business owners by providing enriching
Thursday, May 14, 2020Greater Newport Chamber, Discover Newport announce task force to reopen region
The original Newport Daily News article can be found here. By Daily News staffPosted May 14, 2020 at 10:15 AM The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce and Discover Newport jointly announced the formation of Restore Greater Newport, an economic recovery and resilience task force. It is a group of private, public, and government representatives working collaboratively, as a region, to minimize the economic impact of the COVID-19-driven economic crisis. “We are focused on regaining economic prosperity
Tuesday, January 21, 2020Consultant will begin gathering input for plan on Newport’s North End development
Shared from Newport Daily News online. Click here for original story on NewportRI.com By Daily News staff Posted Jan 17, 2020 at 4:15 PM Updated Jan 17, 2020 at 4:33 PM The meetings are the first step in a public outreach effort designed to solicit and collect feedback from community members across the city to shape the future of Newport’s North End neighborhood. NEWPORT — As the moratorium halting development in the North End continues, work to draft the plan expected to guide the future of that
