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East Bay Chamber
consultants who help current and would-
encouragement to businesses and
be small business owners. Joseph Oakes,
individuals nationwide who are looking to
Mark G. DeVine, CPA, Chairman
VR Industries Inc., called the Chamber a
relocate to Rhode Island.
16 Cutler Street, Suite 102, Warren, RI
“wealth of information,” and “a great business
401 245 0750 | eastbaychamberri.org
resource,” that is “very responsive.”
Community Support: Through the participation of our members and staff in
Our mission is to promote businesses
Networking: The Chamber offers numerous
a wide array of local events and initiatives,
as the foundation for community growth
networking opportunities with events such as
the Chamber is an active member of the
and well-being by being the most
Business After Hours and LEADS Luncheons.
community gaining the tangible benefits
reliable resource and leading advocate
of increased community visibility and
for businesses throughout the East Bay
that the Chamber provides is impressive”,
networking opportunities, as well as the
and surrounding areas. We are here to
according to Steven Kitchin, New England
intangibles of being good business citizens
help you succeed!
Institute of Technology. Additionally, Rick
and giving back to the community.
“The number of networking opportunities
Nagele, Fort Adams Trust spoke to the value
Dont miss our Women’s Winter Series
added to his organization by events such as
The Central Rhode Island Chamber provides
Brown bag lunch series!
the Business After Hours, saying “It was a
many important benefits to our membership.
12:00 – 1:00 each Tuesday at the
great experience, which has broadened my
The menu of benefits is extensive. We will
East Bay Chamber Office, 16 Cutler
business contacts throughout the state.”
continue to work to advance Rhode Island’s
St. Warren. Revive, rejuvenate and
business community and we hope to realize
reconnect with your Community and
Save Money: We strive to create as many
many more successes in the coming year
local business owners! 20 minute
ways as possible for our membership to
with the help of our members.
speaker, discussion and networking.
discounted rates on advertising and rental
STATEWIDE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Sign up now for next meeting
space, money saving coupons from local
The Central Rhode Island Chamber is proud
$5. Fun surprises each seminar!
businesses and other special promotions.
to participate with the other Rhode Island
Raffles, goodies, networking, fun!
save money. Our current benefits include
Opportunities for Growth: We host various
Chambers of Commerce to offer an exciting
Find details of all meetings at www.
networking opportunity for all employers
meetup.com/WEBOND or go to www.
workshops, seminars, roundtables, and
/ employees in Rhode Island. This 3 hour
eastbaychamberri.org / calendar of
presentations on a broad range of topics.
networking event features over 120 table
events
These events offer our members the chance
top displays from businesses throughout the
to further their knowledge and broaden their
state. Everyone is welcome to attend for $15
opportunities for success.
per person - cash bar. Simply register with
SERVPRO of Newport & Bristol
your Chamber - contact information is listed
Counties
at www.StatewideBAH.com.
HCC Marketing
Communications: The Chamber provides our
New Members
members with a plethora of media through
Jason Thomas Home Renovations
which to increase their communications
Traffic Signs & Safety, Inc
effectiveness. We offer such services
Tire MD
as direct mail and email, press releases
Bristol Auto Body Works, Inc
on member news, and the monthly “ChamberWorks” statewide publication.
BayCoast Bank Savon Shoes
Jeremy Doran, Signs By Tomorrow, and his
Tinker’s Nest
company turned to the Central Rhode Island
Newport County Computers
Chamber for help with their effort to reach out to the community, and he was pleased with how much easier the process was on his business thanks to our facilitation.
Cranston Chamber Stephen C. Boyle, President 150 Midway Road, #178, Cranston, RI
Tourism: We distribute brochures for
401 785 3780I | www.cranstonchamber.com
local businesses to hotels and car rental agencies throughout the area. In addition,
The Cranston Chamber continues
the Chamber provides information and
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