Posts Tagged ‘Business Beat’
Business Beat: Quality Asphalt Sealcoating and Epoxy is changing the game – Brendan Higgins
by Brendan Higgins, contributing writer When I was looking to replace my kitchen countertops, I had no idea I was about to go on an adventure. One by one, contractors came to my house. They were more than willing to rip out my kitchen and install a brand new one. The cast of characters were…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Victoria Cimino named new President, CEO of Discover Newport
The Discover Newport Board of Directors announces Victoria Cimino as the new president and CEO of the organization, following a robust national search that concluded with a unanimous vote. Cimino, an award-winning destination leader and brand expert, brings over 20 years of hospitality and destination marketing experience to this role. Current Principal of Cimino Consulting,…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Aspen Aerogels chooses to maximize capacity in East Providence, not Georgia
Aspen Aerogels describes itself as helping to top energy infrastructure companies around the world design and operate more efficient, safe and profitable process facilities. Based in Northborough, MA, the company had been planning an expansion in Georgia – but they have pulled back from those plans and will focus on expanding their footprint in East…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Brad’s Tree Service, the rock ‘n’ roll arborist – Brendan Higgins
by Brendan Higgins, contributing writer We all want good customer service. In my recent experience customer service is rapidly becoming a lost art. Why this basic component of business is no longer a guarantee is a story for another time. For now, I have some good news to report. I recently found myself in need…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: 27th BankRI Holiday Giving Tree brightens the season with nearly 7,000 gifts
Photo: Navigant – Anthony Boivin, Universal Banker; Lydia Himmighoefer, Teller Supervisor; Lori Casale, Senior Teller; and Jeffrey Elliott, Plainfield Pike Branch Manager. The Cranston branch partnered with CCAP, collecting more than 100 gifts for local children. The holidays promise to be brighter for underprivileged children across Rhode Island thanks to the kindness and generosity of…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: CompLyons HR Consulting marks its one-year anniversary
Photos: W. Parmentier Media, provided Crook Point Brewing Company in East Providence served as the backdrop for a group of friends, colleagues and dignitaries to gather to honor the first anniversary of a local company. Patty Lyons-Bousquet, Owner of CompLyons HR Consulting, LLC was the honoree on a night that featured remarks from East Providence…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: TD Bank appoints Steve Moroney Commercial Market President for CT, RI
TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, announced it has appointed Steve Moroney as its Commercial Market President for Connecticut and Rhode Island. Moroney is based in New Haven, Connecticut. “Steve is a long-tenured TD colleague and dedicated people leader with immense commercial banking and small business lending experience that is sure to serve him well…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: BankNewport promotes Evan Rose
BankNewport Promotes Evan Rose to Premier Banking Manager BankNewport is pleased to announce that Evan Rose has been promoted to vice president, premier banking manager. Rose has been with the Bank for over 14 years, having held several leadership and management positions within the Retail Group, most recently as vice president, retail sales support manager, where he led all retail sales and service…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: BankNewport names Patrick Laundry Senior Vice President…
BankNewport announced that Patrick Laundry has been named senior vice president, director of business intelligence & strategic planning. “In his new role, Laundry will be responsible for the development, delivery, and coordination of analysis of bank data, market trends, and the competitor landscape to inform strategic decision making and help capitalize on identified growth opportunities, optimize operational efficiencies…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Engel & Volkers East Greenwich welcomes Nicholas Taylor Real Estate Group
engel and volkers new associates
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