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ANNUAL MEETING MARCH 31, 2022 • 5:30 PM • OCEANCLIFF Join us for our Annual Meeting sponsored by Berkshire Bank. The Chamber will share its annual report and introduce new and current members of our Board of Directors. We look forward to welcoming keynote speaker: Steven Feinberg Executive Director Rhode Island Film & Television Office and Rhode Island State Council on the Arts

Presenting: "Rhode Island Film Works: A Peek Behind the Scenes" Hors d' oeuvres will be served. Cash bar available. $20 CHAMBER MEMBERS $25 NON-MEMBERS

ECONOMIC UPDATE LUNCHEON SERIES:

RHODE ISLAND’S ECONOMY: RECOVERY, REALIGNMENT, AND FEDERAL STIMULUS

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: MICHAEL DIBIASE PRESIDENT & CEO OF RIPEC Michael DiBiase began serving as President & CEO of the Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council in January of 2020. Prior to his appointment as President & CEO, Michael served for five years as Director of Administration for the State of Rhode Island. His prior experience includes senior positions in government relations for Fidelity Investments, as well as serving as Chief of Staff for Rhode Island Governor Lincoln Almond. Michael is a graduate of Boston College and University of Pennsylvania Law School. Series sponsored by

Thursday, March 24th 12:00 - 1:30 PM The Atlantic Resort at Wyndham Newport 240 Aquidneck Ave Middletown, RI Three-Course lunch and presentation Member: $45 | Non-Member: $50 Register at newportchamber.com/events

Government Affairs Forum We look forward to welcoming keynote speaker,

Governor Dan McKee

to discuss his FY 2023 Budget Proposal and Policy Agenda with our local business community.

THURSDAY MARCH, 10 2022 8:00 - 9:30 AM The Wayfinder Hotel 151 Admiral Kalbfus Rd. Newport

$35 Chamber Members $45 Non Members $300 Table with company listing on table and in event program

Promoting sound public policy for our regional business community

12:00 - 1:00 PM INNOVATE NEWPORT

513 BROADWAY, NEWPORT MEET US IN THE CAFE UPSTAIRS!

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If you are eager to network with other professionals and business owners, come meet with us. Each attendee will have a chance to introduce themselves and their business. This networking opportunity is free for Chamber Members. Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce | 513 Broadway Suite 218 Newport, RI | NewportChamber.com

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Presenting the 2nd Annual Women of Distinction Awards Join us for an evening of networking and celebrating the 2022 Women of Distinction Guests will enjoy complimentary hors d’ oeuvres and wine.

Roseclifff 548 Bellevue Ave. Newport RI Members $ 35

Wednesday March 23rd 5:30 - 7:30 PM

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WOMEN OF DISTINCTION

Nominations are open for the 2022 Women of Distinction Awards, nomination deadline is February 28th! In honor of Women’s History Month, the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce will recognize four honorees with the 2nd annual Women of Distinction awards. Recipients of this award represent admirable traits and proven professional accomplishments deserving of recognition. Three areas of focus for nominees are: community involvement, industry impact, and professional success. Nominations can be made through Monday, February 28th. A volunteer committee of members of the Chamber's Board of Directors will review all nominations and choose four 2022 Women of Distinction. Awards will be presented at our Women in Business After Hours at Rosecliff on Wednesday, March 23rd. Award winners will receive a complimentary ticket to the event.

Make a nomination Nominees must own or be employed by a Chamber Member business. Questions can be emailed to Kate Grotteberg at Kate@newportchamber.com

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THE GREATER NEWPORT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LOOKS FORWARD TO HOSTING THE 2022 BUSINESS EXPO!

Tuesday, May 17th, 2022 Wyndham Atlantic Resort | 240 Aquidneck Ave. Middletown, RI Exhibitor booths and Job Fair tables will be available soon Questions? Email Kate@newportchamber.com. Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce | (401) 847-1600 | 513 Broadway, Suite 218, Newport, RI

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NEWPORT: BankNewport - 10 Washington Sq. Innovate Newport - 513 Broadway Bellevue Nutrition - 260 Bellevue Ave. Boys & Girls Club of Newport County - 95 Church St. Natural Creations - 540 Thames St. NPT Sportswear - 8 Marlborough St. People’s Credit Union - 43 Memorial Blvd. Ranew Salon & Spa - 580 Thames St. Salve Regina University - Ochre Court & O'Hare Bldg. Simple Merchant Coffee - 513 Broadway The Barber Shop by Ranew - 580 Thames St. Trinity Church - 1 Queen Anne Sq. JAMESTOWN: Jamestown Arts Center - 18 Valley St. TIVERTON: BankNewport - 614 Main Rd.

MIDDLETOWN: AAA - 49 East Main Rd. Balfour Beatty -8 Constitution Ave. BankNewport 528 West Main Rd. Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Steve Senteio, CFP -790 Aquidneck Ave. First Floor North KLR- 97 John Clarke Rd. Minuteman Press-- 687 West Main Rd. OPT Physical Therapy -1181 Aquidneck Ave. People's Credit Union -858 West Main Rd. Polo Cleaners -698 Aquidneck Ave. Unit B Train with Jane -699 Aquidneck Ave. Webster Bank -716 Aquidneck Ave. PORTSMOUTH: Casey's Oil - 1596 W Main Rd. Clements' Marketplace - 2575 East Main Rd. People’s Credit Union - 2537 East Main Rd.

ITEMS IN NEED: All non-perishable food items, personal care items, and toiletries are welcome. Pasta sauce, hearty pop-top soups, and coffee are especially needed. Other in-demand items include menstrual products, canned and dried beans, gluten-free foods, dish liquid, and laundry detergent. Pop-top canned goods are the most easily accessible for those who may struggle to use a can opener. Cash donations help support the MLK’s Hunger Services. Make checks payable to the MLK Community Center and mail to 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd., Newport RI 02840. Or, give online at MLKCCenter.org. THE TON OF LOVE FOOD DRIVE, IN SUPPORT OF THE DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. COMMUNITY CENTER FOOD PANTRY, IS POWERED BY THE GREATER NEWPORT CHAMBER’S AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE. BINS GENEROUSLY DONATED BY STAPLES OF MIDDLETOWN!

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Museum of Newport History & Shop 127 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840 "Newport Harbor," James Nicholson, 1888

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2021 BUSINESS PULSE WEEK REVIEW

NAVIGATING UNCHARTED WATERS

Businesses in the Greater Newport region (Bristol and Newport County) shared feedback through virtual interviews with local leaders to help us address obstacles they might be facing during the pandemic.

WHO PARTICIPATED?

57 businesses

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Industries Represented

Retail

Leisure & Hospitality

Professional/ Technical

Healthcare

Finance & Insurance

Construction

Commercial Real Estate

Health & Beauty

Childcare

Food Production

Information Technology

Marina Services

Manufacturing

Wholesale Trade

Education

BRIGHT SPOTS Greater Newport businesses are feeling conﬁdent and beneﬁted from pandemic relief programs to retain staff, invest in technology and add new services.

72 77% 73% %

of businesses reported being ‘very conﬁdent’ about future business success of businesses accessed pandemic relief funding of tourism and hospitality businesses interviewed were very conﬁdent in their business being successful

ROUGH SEAS

Some of the biggest challenges businesses are facing include: Supply chain disruption

Finding and retaining workers

Limited access to broadband and internet services, regulations, and difﬁculty working with state government were also cited as signiﬁcant challenges

HOW WE CAN HELP TURN THE TIDE More networking opportunities

Access to larger applicant pool/ pipeline

E-commerce and marketing services

Uplifting and showcasing the community

Questions?

Contact Isabel Marsh, Business Outreach Specialist, isabel@newportchamber.com, 401-847-1608 x3

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2022 Spring Programming for Entrepreneurs of All Levels Cohort-based, expert-led programming to support entrepreneurs through the life cycle of their business. Each program is followed by ongoing SEG service support to ensure that participants can continue to access support as needed.

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IDEATOR - FEASIBILITY The Ideator is designed to help develop, test, and vet ideas in a risk-free and supportive environment.

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INCUBATOR - LAUNCH The Incubator is a 10-week program that supports new entrepreneurs to refine their idea, learn the mechanics of managing a business, and build the confidence and know-how to prepare to launch an impactful venture.

Apply By: Feb 2, 2022 | Program Dates: Mar 15 - May 26, 2022 Meets weekly: T & TH, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Contact: Allie Goyette, agoyette@segreenhouse.org LEARN MORE AND APPLY HERE.

INCUBADORA - LANZAR Un programa que apoya a los emprendedores y propietarios de pequeñas empresas para refinar sus ideas, aprender los mecánicos de manejar un negocio y aumentar su confianza y conocimiento para prepararse para lanzar un negocio impactante.

Fecha límite: 15 de marzo 2022 Talleres: abril - mayo por la noche Contacto: Ruthy Rodriguez, rrodriguez@segreenhouse.org APRENDER MÁS Y APLICAR AQUÍ.

ACCELERATOR - SCALE A 16-week program that helps entrepreneurs scale and sustain their start-up initiatives with tools, strategies, and expert coaching to maximize growth and social impact.

Apply By: Feb 1, 2022 | Program Dates: Mar 9 -Jun 1, 2022 Meets weekly on: W, 9:30 - 12:30 pm Contact: Meg Wirth, mwirth@segreenhouse.org LEARN MORE AND APPLY HERE.

Note: All programs can be completely remotely via Zoom, although there will be in-person learning opportunities.

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Pet Wants Newport is a local, women owned business with a deep desire to help those in the community take great care of their pets. It is my mission to educate the community about the benefits of feeding high quality pet food and treats and to deliver that high quality, fresh pet food and treats right to your door.

Visit us online to place an order for delivery or check us out at an area Farmer's Markets 401-297-8467 WWW.PetWants.com/Newport

CHAMBER CONNECTIONS DIVE INTO THE NETWORKING WORLD OF NEWPORT | 2022 MEETING DATES

Join us at our next meeting | 7:45 - 9:15 AM JAN. 7 | JAN. 21 | FEB. 4 | FEB. 18 | MAR. 4 | MAR. 18 | APR. 1 | APR. 15 | APR. 29 | MAY 13 | MAY 27 | JUN. 10 | JUN. 24 | JUL. 8 | JUL. 22 | AUG. 5| AUG. 19 | SEP. 2 | SEP. 16 | OCT. 7 | OCT. 21 | NOV. 4 | NOV. 18 | DEC. 2 | DEC 16

A T INNO V A TE N EW PO R T Over the last few years, our group has exchanged over $10,000,000 of closed business between each other. There is a limit on the number of people in a given category of business (2). If you are interested in finding out more about our organization and the positions that are available, we invite you to attend a meeting!

EMAIL JOANNE@NEWPORTCHAMBER.COM

Sandy Kristiansson, Black Diamond Marketing

11 Yr. Member

"As a founding member of Chamber Connections, I can attest to the value of the organization in helping me grow my business, find valuable resources and create lasting business relationships year after year. I highly recommend it."

Katelan St Laurent, AllState Insurance

New Member

"My Chamber Connections experience has helped myself and my agency meet new people and businesses in my area. I look forward to continuing to grow our sense of community and value with current and future members!"

Michael Cirillo, John Andrade Insurance Agency Inc. 7 Yr. Member

"The Chamber has been a valuable resource for information on many topics including legislation impacting businesses."

Chris Sceery, CSC Paymaster Inc.

1 Yr. Member

"Newport Chamber Connections has been an invaluable resource for networking. The members are both friendly and knowledgeable. I feel like I have my own personal salesforce for my business as well as a great referral source for my customers."

For more information on the Chamber Connections Group, email JoAnne@newportchamber.com.

The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce offers a 401(K) plan for member businesses! Enabled by the SECURE Act in 2020, the Chamber is now able to create pooled employer plans (PEPs), which expands access to retirement plans for all workers by allowing employers from unrelated industries to join one retirement plan. Benefits to the adopting employers include: • Increased administrative efficiencies • Reduced fiduciary risk • Potential cost savings

The Chamber provides comprehensive program oversight including: Initial due diligence and consistent monitoring of service providers Negotiation of administrative fees Coordination of participant education Distribution of program materials

Contact for more information Liz@newportcfp.com

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In competing for talent, it’s important to understand what benefits employees want. A quality retirement plan, like the Greater Newport Chamber Retirement Savings Program is near the top of the list. In fact:

Do your potential new hires view your existing program as a compelling reason to join your organization? What about your tenured staff?

Here’s what employees want from their plan3:

Besides attracting and retaining talent, an effective retirement plan can help create a retirementready workforce and lead to a more engaged, productive team. The Greater Newport Chamber Retirement Savings Program is a 401(k) solution designed to reduce fiduciary risk and decrease your administrative burden — and it may even reduce overall plan costs. Call or email Liz Hickox, Financial Advisor, Core Financial Partners at 401-236-2350 or Liz@newportcfp.com to find out more about the benefits of joining the program.

Innovate Newport 513 Broadway Suite 218 Newport, Rhode Island 02840 401.302.3370 www.innovatenewport.com BLUETECH STARTUP COMPETITION ANNOUNCEMENT Newport, Rhode Island

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 11, 2021 The Rhode Island Israeli Collaborative (RIIC) in collaboration with Innovate Newport, The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce, and HUBASHDOD Israel is pleased to announce a BlueTech Startup Competition that will kick off February, 22, 2022 at the Blue Innovation Symposium in Newport, Rhode Island, USA. The goal of the competition is to cultivate the international blue tech ecosystem by supporting startups and connecting them with strategic partners, mentors, and resources. The program will create connections specifically between the Ashdod Bluetech ecosystem and the Rhode Island Bluetech ecosystem. The BlueTech Startup Competition will identify four startup companies in the Bluetech space from each location for a total of eight companies based on criteria developed by the innovation hubs in each city: HUBASHDOD and Innovate Newport. The companies will compete for a 1st place prize that will include cash as well as a customized trip to the partnering country where the winner will gain access to personalized introductions, meetings, and coworking space. U.S. Newport judges will judge the four Israeli pitches; whereas Israeli judges will judge the four American pitches. “The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce and Innovate Newport are excited to partner with Rhode Island Collaborate and HubAshdod in this bluetech pitch competition, for it is a unique and exciting opportunity to create networks of partners, investors, and mentors and broaden international business opportunities” comment Mollie Frazer Williams; Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship at The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce and Innovate Newport.

Hai Vahnish, Head of HUBASHDOD, adds “Ashdod Municipality and HUBASHDOD congratulate the cooperation with Rhode Island and Innovate Newport. Developing relationships between the two innovation ecosystems is a course of blossoming for knowledge, technology, and business. We welcome RIIC and Innovate Newport for advancing efforts and collaborations in the development of ecosystems in Bluetech.” Applications for the competition will be due March 8 with finalists being announced on March 15. Pitches will take place March 22 and 29. The winner of the competition will be announced at an Award Ceremony on April 5, 2022. ”We look forward to enhancing Ashdod/Newport connections and supporting our respective start up communities through impactful programming with international significance,” states Erin Donovan, Executive Director of The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce. That sentiment was echoed by Avi Nevel, CEO and Founder of the Rhode Island Israel Collaborative (RIIC). “This competition will be invaluable in developing the relations between the two innovations ecosystems in Ashdod and Newport. We congratulate HUBASHDOD and Innovate Newport on their mutual effort in collaborating and developing ecosystems in Bluetech.” For more information, contact Mollie Frazer Williams; Innovate Newport; mollie@newportchamber.com Erin Donovan-Boyle; The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce; erin@newportchamber.com Hai Vahnish; HUBASHDOD; haay1800w@gmail.com Avi Nevel; Rhode Island Israel Collaborative (RIIC); anevel@theriic.org

ABOUT Innovate Newport Innovate Newport is a coworking space and private office provider with the goal of supporting the Greater Newport region as a driving ecosystem for business enablement and innovation. We provide flexible space, access to resources and a collaborative community that allows businesses to thrive. Through our co-working space, business events, strategic partnerships, dynamic programming, and networking, Innovate Newport aims to cultivate a community of collaborators, innovators and entrepreneurs. ABOUT The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce is one of the state’s largest business advocacy organizations, whose mission is to connect, innovate, enhance and advocate for the businesses of Greater Newport. As a trusted and reliable institution for nearly 100 years, the Greater Newport

Shop local, small & indie This winter consider shopping local at your neighborhood indie bookstore. Charter Books has everything from bestsellers & staff picks to merch, puzzles, vinyls & so much more! Remember, when you choose to shop small, you help to build a more vibrant community!

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Everyone Loves the Gift of Choice! New and improved Chamber Gift Cards are redeemable at over 300 local businesses and support the local community! Purchase your gift cards from the self-service kiosk in the lobby of Innovate Newport. Gift Cards can also be purchased in bulk by emailing JoAnne@NewportChamber.com. Promote your business products and services by participating in the Chamber Gift Card Program. Sponsored by:

EAST BAY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM WANTS YOU! East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP), is proud to offer services to residents of the East Bay. We are expanding our staff to increase our capabilities. If you’d like to work in an environment where you can make a difference, where diversity is celebrated, and committed teamwork results in high quality, comprehensive and accessible health and human services, come join our team!

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Open Rehearsal February 25, 7-9PM Get an up-close look at the rehearsal process as IMC dancers rehearse sections of Nicolo Fonte's, "Where We Left Off," staged by visiting artist, Tom Mossbrucker, and an all new production of Carmina Burana conceived & Choregraphed by Miki Ohlsen & Danielle Genest, in collaboration with music director Joshua Rohde of the RI Civic Chorale & Orchestra. Both works will be premiered at IMC’s Performance of MASTERFUL Movers at the Vets in March. Due to COVID-19 and overwhelming turnout at previous open rehearsals, we ask you to reserve your space in advance. Spots are limited, reserve a spot today! Visit http://islandmovingco.org/performances-events/open-rehearsals/ to reserve your spot! Please join us for an Open Rehearsal in preparation for our March 11th performance at The Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence. Island Moving Company Studios 3 Charles St. Newport, RI 02840

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February 24, 2022 11:00am - 12:15pm (EST)

DISCOVER A novel clinical diagnostic can pinpoint disease, improve treatment decisions, even save lives. Yet developers face steep challenges and the entrepreneurial journey is filled with ups, downs and, sometimes, catastrophes. How do you not only stay the course, but succeed? The experts from Ciencia, Inc. will share their experiences and discuss how to fund and bring a novel diagnostic to market, how to overcome challenges, and how to form strategic partnerships with corporate clients. Plus:

Best funding practices How to emerge from a catastrophe How to maximize success

• The importance of SBIR grants – and winning them • What and why clinical diagnostics matter • The effect on healthcare costs • How to position your innovation for the marketplace HOST Carol Malysz, Executive Director, RI Bio FEATURED SPEAKERS Arturo Pilar President, Ciencia

William Page Senior Researcher, Ciencia

Arturo has been with the company since its founding and now oversees all development efforts for Centinela’s gratingcoupled fluorescent plasmonics (GC-FP) technology.

William worked on the development of the GC-FP technology that underlies the Centinela platform and is leading a project to unlock its full clinical potential.

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Contact: Courtney Hunter 401.846.8930 ext.: 1218 chunter@peoplescu.com

PEOPLE’S CREDIT UNION ANNOUNCES CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION WITH PROCLAMATION FROM MAYOR OF NEWPORT AND CITATIONS FROM THE STATE GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND THE GOVERNOR MIDDLETOWN, RI (February 1, 2022): People’s Credit Union has announced the kick-off of a year of activities to celebrate the Credit Union’s 100th year of service to its members and the community. The Credit Union’s centennial celebration started with a formal ceremony held at their Newport branch on Memorial Boulevard on February 1st with an Official Proclamation reading from the Mayor of Newport, Jeanne-Marie Napolitano, proclaiming the week of February 1st – February 8th as “People’s Credit Union Week” in Newport and beyond. After the Proclamation reading was the awarding of Citations from State of Rhode Island General Assembly, Senator Louis DiPalma, Representative Deborah Ruggiero and the Office of the Governor of Rhode Island, represented by Arelis Pena-Brito, in recognition of all that People’s Credit Union has done for Rhode Island over the past century. Accepting the Proclamation and Citations for People’s Credit Union were Edward T. Lopes, Jr., Chairman of the Board and Sean Daly, President and Chief Executive Officer. The Centennial Celebration will continue throughout the year with branch events, community activities and partnerships that are all in keeping with the credit union’s People Helping People ideology. Many of these initiatives cover important aspects of the Credit Union’s key areas of outreach including: Economic & Community Development, Environmental Sustainability & Stewardship, Health & Human Services, Youth & Educational Programs, and Arts & Humanity. Some of the highlights include: -

Partnering with the University of Rhode Island as the “Official Credit Union of URI Women’s Athletics.”

A commitment to plant 100 trees in each of the six markets People’s Credit Union serves, as part of the Arbor Day Foundation’s “Community Canopy Program”.

A partnership with Fill It Forward, an environmental sustainability company, to reduce plastic use; promote health and clean water hydration while enabling members to also contribute to bettering the environment. Donations will support food collection efforts at the Newport based Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center.

Creating a Community Time Capsule that will travel the branches for member and employee contributions, memorabilia, keepsakes, and sentiments to be sealed away for the next 50 to 100 years.

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“Since 1922 People’s Credit Union has always believed in people helping people,” stated Sean Daly, President & Chief Executive Officer of People’s Credit Union. “A lot has changed in the past 100 years; yet People’s Credit Union’s commitment to our members and our communities has not. And we’re looking forward to building on that for the next 100 years.” Daly added.

“February 1, People’s Credit Union Centennial Celebration Proclamation & Citation Event: flanking PCU former President, Ellen Ford & current President, Sean Daly are (left) PCU Chairman, Edward T. Lopes, Jr; City of Newport Mayor, Jeanne-Marie Napolitano & RI Governor’s Office, Arelis Pena-Brito with (right) RI General Assembly Rep. Deborah Ruggiero and Sen. Louis DiPalma.”

ABOUT PEOPLE’S CREDIT UNION People’s offers a complete range of services including online and mobile banking, savings and checking accounts, personal loans, mortgages, business accounts, business loans, and financial services. Headquartered in Rhode Island, People’s Credit Union is a member-owned, state chartered, federally insured, community credit union established in 1922. Membership is open to all individuals. Deposits are

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Contact: Courtney Hunter 401.846.8930 ext.: 1218 chunter@peoplescu.com PEOPLE’S CREDIT UNION SENDS EMERGING LEADER TO “CRASH” INDUSTRY CONFERENCE IN WASHINGTON, D.C. MIDDLETOWN, RI (February 15, 2022): People’s Credit Union’s Senior Marketing Specialist, Jessica Holden, has been selected as a “Crasher” for the Credit Union National Association’s (CUNA) Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) in Washington, D.C. beginning February 27th. As a GAC Crasher, Holden was one of a select few emerging leaders chosen from across 47 states to attend the conference where she will join other “Crashers” to be immersed in credit union advocacy, culture and the passion in making their voice count during the week long conference. The Filene Research Institute’s Cooperative Trust “Crash” Program is designed to empower credit union young professionals through career development and by finding and amplifying their voices to advocate for the role of young people in the industry. Holden joined People’s Credit Union in 2016, advancing to her current role as Senior Marketing and Communications Specialist in 2021. “Choosing Jess Holden as a ‘Crasher’ on behalf of People’s Credit Union at the Governmental Affairs Conference is a well-deserved honor for Jess. Since joining People’s, she has exhibited great initiative as an advocate for the Credit Union’s core values and for credit unions in general,” stated Sean Daly, President and Chief Executive Officer for People’s Credit Union. "The Cooperative Trust is thrilled to welcome a new group of emerging leaders to Crash the GAC in 2022,” said Filene’s Community Development Director, Cortney Angeley. “This group of rising professionals are change leaders in our industry and it's an honor to witness the evolution of leadership and culture taking place. We know these Crashers will bring spirit, passion, and hopefully a little bit of good fun and disruption to CUNA GAC."

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Jamestown, R.I. February 8, 2022—In times of turmoil, art and artists facilitate the process of individual and collective healing. This catharsis is reflected in the work of ten artists selected for the upcoming exhibition RAW: Reassessment and Wonder at the Jamestown Arts Center (JAC). Tyler Arment, Donna Bassin, Linda Behar, Ana Flores, Noah Fox, Dena Haden, Aimee Hofmann, Paul Housberg, ML Kirchner, and Melanie dai Medeiros each address the relationship between courage and the creative process. They have all made recent radical shifts in their practice—from exploring new challenges in materials and techniques, to confronting personal, social, and cultural identities. Exhibition curator Danielle Ogden explains: "Collectively, the work of these ten artists weave narratives of bodily frailty, nature’s delicacy, childhood memories, injuries, isolation, and connection… These experiences can be vulnerable, but can also spark joy, courage, and resilience—and really impactful works of art." The artists were selected from a national call to artists. The exhibition opens on March 18, 2022 and includes outdoor sculpture and a 10’ outdoor mural in addition to site-specific installation and works of art in a range of media in the JAC’s galleries. About the Artists: Single figure paintings by Newport, RI artist Tyler Arment represent a glimpse of a person in the moment when their core strength, their human potential, physical and psychological power is being unleashed. New Jersey-based Donna Bassin, Ph.D., uses art to explore the creative edge of collective loss, grief, mourning, and transformation. Her series in RAW, entitled Precious Scars, reflects the injuries brought on by the pandemic, ongoing racial and economic inequality, and further erosion of our democracy by

ripping original portraits to create “wounds” in the work that are then stitched together using golden rice paper and thread. Linda Behar (Providence, RI) explores body language and body shape in her performative, sculptural works. Her art creates images that echo the past, confront the present and embrace the future. In the past two years, Cuban-American sculptor and painter Ana Flores sought refuge in the forest surrounding her studio in Charlestown, RI and found inspiration in the small, spindly trees that were fighting for space and light to grow in the dense space. She transformed these into ladders that will be exhibited outside the JAC on Valley Street in Jamestown. As the COVID-19 pandemic halted both personal and professional spheres for multi-disciplinary artist Noah Fox (Milford, CT), his work took on new meaning as his loving and gestural hand sculptures now looked like agents of virus and contagion. His site-specific installation at the JAC is filtered through the lens of social distancing, touch, intimacy, illness, and safety. The sculptural forms by Dena Haden (New Bedford, MA) embody the ebb and flow of life cycles: coming into form, living, changing, and the residue left behind in passing. After becoming a paraplegic at the age of 30 due to a rare neurological condition, Aimee Hofmann (Tuckahoe, NY) journeyed to redefine herself as a woman in a wheelchair. During a two month hospital stay, she picked up a paintbrush and started painting. For RAW, Hoffman will install a 10' x 10' mural outside the JAC that combines painting by hand and her wheelchair. Paul Housberg (Jamestown, RI) explores the juxtaposition of order and randomness, as well as the human tendency to seek pattern in chaos. His well-known grid structures that are architecturally integrated into large, public spaces have undergone a transformation during the pandemic into a solitary practice of intimate works. The multinational portraits by ML Kirchner, taken in the US and Guatemala, capture the dignity of the marginalized and portray characters within the context of a larger dialogue and in the geometry of their space. The deeply personal and narrative work of Melanie dai Medeiros (Barrington, RI) reflects the artist's examination of her childhood memories, her community and the land, which exposed, Medeiros explains, "a duplicity of consciousness–juxtaposing the known with the felt." About the Curator: Danielle Ogden has spent the last 17 years immersed in the intersection of art, museums, and higher education. She is currently on faculty at Fairfield University, teaching Modern Art and the History, Theory and Practice of Museums. She also serves as Adult Learning Specialist at the Aldrich Museum Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, CT. Prior to this she supported the launch of the National Gallery Singapore, as Senior Manager of Adult Learning and Access Programs. Danielle has national and international experience curating, designing, and facilitating cross-disciplinary initiatives, leading ingallery tours, lecturing, and building programs for adult audiences at The Museum of Modern Art, Harvard University Art Museums, The British National Trust, Newport Restoration Foundation, and

Westport Museum of Contemporary (formally Westport Arts Center). Danielle holds an MA from Boston University in Art History and an Ed.M. in Education from Harvard University. Danielle will serve as Curator of Engagement for Jamestown Arts Center’s Outdoor Arts Biennial, opening Spring 2022. RAW: Reassessment and Wonder opens on March 18, 2022 and will be on view during regular gallery hours through May 7, 2022. Gallery Hours are Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, 11 am–3 pm and Thursday 11 am–7 pm or by appointment. Exhibitions at the JAC are free and open to all. Masks are required inside the JAC. At a Glance: WHAT: RAW: Reassessment and Wonder, curated by Danielle Ogden, featuring the work of 10 contemporary artists Tyler Arment, Donna Bassin, Linda Behar, Ana Flores, Noah Fox, Dena Haden, Aimee Hofmann, Paul Housberg, ML Kirchner, and Melanie dai Medeiros. WHERE: Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley Street, Jamestown, RI WHEN: March 18 - May 7, 2022 The Jamestown Arts Center is a multi-disciplinary visual and performing arts space that hosts art exhibits, theater, dance and musical performances, film screenings, and educational programming including artist talks and hands-on art classes for all ages. The JAC opened in 2010 in a former boat repair shop redesigned by award-winning architects Estes/Twombly. Since 2014, it's won 5 of Rhode Island Monthly's 'Best of Rhode Island' awards, including the Editor's Pick for Outdoor Art in 2021. Programming partners include: Heifetz International Music Institute, FirstWorks, RISCA, FabNewport, RISD, Manhattan Short Film Festival, SENE Film Festival, Spectrum Theatre, Providence Art and Design Film Festival, Island Moving Company, the Jamestown Schools, Social Enterprise Greenhouse, The Brown/Trinity Rep M.F.A. in Acting & Directing Program and many individual artists and local organizations. The Jamestown Arts Center has quickly become a leading arts and cultural hub for Rhode Island and beyond, where creativity, ideas, and innovation flourish. For more information visit: jamestownartcenter.org ###

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