1. About Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation

    Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation

    The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation is the full service, official economic development organization for the state of Rhode Island. A quasi-public agency, the Corporation serves as a government and community resource to help streamline the business expansion in, and relocation to, Rhode Island. The agency assists companies with commercial real estate, business financing, workforce training and other relevant issues.

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    1. The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation stepped in to help Pilgrim at a time when banks could not or would not.  The EDC should be commended for helping a Rhode Island manufacturer when we needed it.
      In RIEDC Financing Aimed at Small Rhode Island Businesses Creating, Retaining 275 Jobs in Rhode Island
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    2. RI hires Station fire firm to study 38 Studios deal

      Explore Mass High Tech Business News (Jun 27 2012)

      The Rhode Island Economic Development Corp. has hired Wistow & Barylick to determine whether the state can recover any of the $75 million loaned to the now defunct 38 Studios.

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      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Lincoln Chafee

    3. EDC hires Maine researcher to gauge America’s Cup impact

      Explore Homepage (Jun 26 2012)

      ...The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation has hired Maine-based research and planning firm Planning Decisions, Inc. to conduct an economic impact study of the Americas Cup World Series Event taking plac... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   R.I. Economic Development Corporation

    4. RIEDC looks to improve local business climate

      Explore Homepage (Mar 27 2012)

      RIEDC looks to improve local business climate ...holders to help develop their prospective work plans. “By working with state agencies and municipalities, the RIEDC’s Office of Regulatory Reform will help businesses better navigate the regulatory system, establish our ... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Lincoln Chafee

    5. Rhode Island Economic Development Professional Paul Harden Named Boater of the Year

      Explore riyachting.com (Feb 10 2012)

      Rhode Island Economic Development Professional Paul Harden Named Boater of the Year ... in Rhode Island is all about.” Harden, a Newport resident and lifelong boater, has more than 18 years at the RIEDC where he has developed workforce training programs and marketing efforts for the marine industry and sup... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Boston University   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation

    6. RI aids Utilidata's relocation with $500K loan

      Explore Mass High Tech Business News (Feb 7 2012)

      ...ht to 15 jobs in 2012, with help from the loan approved by the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) Board of Directors. Utilidata provides consulting, engineering, design, integration, control, data acqu... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation

    7. Partnership forms to market Warwick district

      Explore Homepage (Jan 11 2012)

      Partnership forms to market Warwick district ...Green Airport as a hub for business growth and economic development. The new joint effort, which includes the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation and the Department of Transportation, as well as the city and Ch... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation

    8. RIEDC Board Approves Financing to Help Rhode Island Technology Company Expand and Create 45 New Jobs

      Explore Rhode Island, Working Again. (Nov 5 2011)

      ...w software products and expand its international footprint The Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) Board of Directors today approved financing that will help an established, knowledge- and technology-dr... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Keith W. Stokes

    9. RIEDC Announces Armeather Gibbs as Managing Director of Urban Finance and Business Development

      Explore Rhode Island, Working Again. (Nov 5 2011)

      ...nesses, promote job creation and revitalize urban communities, Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) Executive Director Keith Stokes today announced that Armeather Gibbs has been named as the agency’s Man... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Keith W. Stokes

    10. Governor Chafee, Rhode Island’s Congressional Delegation and Community Leaders Announce $13.1 Million in New Investment Capital

      Explore Rhode Island, Working Again. (Oct 7 2011)

      ...esentative David Cicilline, Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien and Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) Executive Director Keith Stokes today to announce that Rhode Island has been awarded $13.1 million in f... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Jack Reed   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation

    11. RIEDC Small Business Loan Fund Approves $2.4 million in Loans to Rhode Island Companies

      Explore Rhode Island, Working Again. (Jul 18 2011)

      ... received approval for $2.4 million in financing through the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation’s (RIEDC) Small Business Loan Fund. The funding is expected to create and sustain nearly 200 jobs in Rhode Island... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Keith W. Stokes

    12. Free Workshops, News and Small Business Spotlights from RIEDC

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      Free Workshops, News and Small Business Spotlights from RIEDC ...eks in advance by calling Faith White at SBA 401-528-4561. SBA Auth. 10-0165-64. RIEDC in the News Top News: RIEDC FY2010 Performance Report Approved The RIEDC Board of Directors approved the agency’s FY2010 Performance... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce

    13. Governor Lincoln D. Chafee to Lead Rhode Island Economic Trade Mission to Israel in November

      Explore Rhode Island, Working Again. (Jun 29 2011)

      ...n to that country in recent memory. The Governor has asked the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) to organize the November 4-12 trade mission in partnership with the Consulate General of Israel to New ... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Keith W. Stokes

    14. Governor Chafee Visits with Small Businesses in Pawtucket to Discuss Their Needs and Focus on ‘Main Street’ Development

      Explore Rhode Island, Working Again. (Jun 29 2011)

      ... Lincoln D. Chafee and Keith Stokes, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC), joined Mayor Don Grebien this afternoon to meet with and hear from local small business owners and emp... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Keith W. Stokes

    15. Governor Chafee Visits with Small Businesses in Providence to Discuss Their Needs and Focus on ‘Main Street’ Development

      Explore Rhode Island, Working Again. (May 6 2011)

      ... Lincoln D. Chafee and Keith Stokes, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC), joined Mayor Angel Taveras and State Representative Grace Diaz this morning to meet with a number of b... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Keith W. Stokes

    16. RIEDC Board Approves Governor Chafee’s Changes to Job Creation Guaranty Program

      Explore Rhode Island, Working Again. (May 6 2011)

      ...ent from a private lender to purchase the bonds and final approval by the RIEDC Board to issue the bonds. The RIEDC would only serve as a conduit in the transaction. All credit risk would be assumed by the bond purchaser... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Rhode Island   Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation   Keith W. Stokes

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