Keith W. Stokes: Our vision to help R.I. business
Small businesses, key growth-oriented employment sectors and our local communities are the lifeblood of Rhode Island’s economy. Supporting their growth and success is at the heart of the state’s bold...
View ArticleRIEDC Urban Business Agenda
The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) is the State's business development think tank and the leadership that develops the business culture in the State of Rhode Island and helps to...
View ArticleSenior CVS Caremark Executive Named to Rhode Island Science and Technology...
The Rhode Island Science and Technology Advisory Council (STAC or Council), as part of the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) , today announced that Stuart M. McGuigan, Senior Vice...
View ArticleSchilling's MA game co. may move to RI
Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's video game company moved a step closer to relocating to Rhode Island.
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Bond sale provides cash for Schilling's 38 Studios to move to Rhode Island
If there was any doubt that the gaming company 38 Studios LLC was going to make the move to Rhode Island from Maynard, that can be set aside. The Rhode Island Economic Development Corp. (RIEDC) says...
View ArticleBond Sale Closing Paves Way For 38 Studios to Bring 450 Jobs to Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) announced today the closing of its Job Creation Guaranty Program financing package that supports 38 Studios’ expansion and relocation to Rhode...
View ArticleRIEDC Financing Aimed at Small Rhode Island Businesses Creating, Retaining...
The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) has helped 13 Rhode Island businesses obtain $23.2 million in financing since June 2010 with the goal to create or retain at least 275 jobs.
View ArticleRIEDC Board Helps Pave Way for 209 New Jobs, Green Economy Growth
The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) Board of Directors today approved financing and tax incentive measures for two critical projects aimed at creating at least 209 jobs. The Board...
View ArticleRIEDC and SENEDIA Host 1st Annual Rhode Island Defense Expo
In October, RIEDC and the Southeastern New England Defense-Industry Alliance (SENEDIA) hosted the 1st Rhode Island Defense Expo, featuring Rhode Island’s congressional delegation, Governor Carcieri and...
View ArticleRI Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Recognized as "Program of the...
The Rhode Island Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (RI-CIE), formed by the RIEDC and Brown University in 2009, received the Program of the Year Award at the Northeastern Economic Developers...
View ArticleCT battery maker makes move to RI
Stonington battery maker Yardney Technical Products Inc. is moving to a renovated 140,000-square-foot building it recently bought in East Greenwich, R.I., The Associated Press reports.
View ArticleRIEDC Board Listens to Plans for Warwick Station District and Economic...
Board Also Approves Tax Credit for Innovation-Based Small Business Expected to Create 86 Jobs in Rhode Island At Governor Lincoln D. Chafee’s first meeting presiding as Chairman of the Rhode Island...
View ArticleGovernor Chafee's Choice for Next RIEDC Board Vice-Chair, Helena Foulkes,...
As one of the Governor’s five key economic development priorities, a strategic plan to grow Rhode Island’s tourism industry also topped the RIEDC Board meeting agenda.
View ArticleGovernor Chafee Will Lead a Delegation to Houston, Texas - Explore City's...
Governor Lincoln D. Chafee announced plans today to travel to Houston, Texas later this month to examine the Texas Medical Center as a potential model for a medical, life-sciences, and research hub in...
View ArticleRIEDC Board Approves Measure Aimed at Creating 164 Full-Time Financial...
The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) Board of Directors approved a measure on Thursday aimed at creating at least 164 new full-time financial services jobs in the state.
View ArticleFirst Major Step Taken in Digital Infrastructure Build-Out Efforts in Rhode...
The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) today announced that its Broadband Rhode Island (BBRI) initiative has achieved its first major step as part of a national effort to expand the...
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38 Studios moving to R.I early, with more jobs than required
Moving quickly after the big preview of its first game at PAX East last month, 38 Studios LLC began moving into their new company headquarters in downtown Providence today, more than a month ahead of...
View ArticleCurt Schilling's 38 Studios begins move
Former Red Sox ace Curt Schilling's 38 Studios began its long-expected move to Rhode Island Friday — executing on a decision that had some Massachusetts observers lamenting the loss of a growing...
View ArticleHow Will Governor Chafee's FY2012 Budget Impact RI Businesses?
Businesses are asking how Governor Chafee’s Fiscal Year 2012 proposed budget will impact them. The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation invites you to learn more about the Governor's budget...
View ArticleCeremonial groundbreaking held for E. Greenwich, RI plant
EAST GREENWICH, R.I. -- Governor Chafee and Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Keith Stokes joined officials of Yardney Technical Products in a ceremonial groundbreaking Wednesday for...
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