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R.I. Black Business Association partners with URI to grow ‘Emerging Leaders’ in state
KINGSTON, R.I. – Oct. 9, 2024 – The Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA), a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating the racial wealth gap in Rhode Island, has announced the start of its highly anticipated Emerging Leaders Development Program for fall 2024, in partnership with the University of Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training.
The program, now in its fourth year, is relying on a partnership with URI to advance the program while counting URI alumni in its ranks. The program will develop and advance the careers of young professionals already in the workforce, at businesses across the state, ranging from Amica and Blue Cross Blue Shield to Tides Family Services and Washington Trust, representing a range of fields and industries. The seven-month program is designed to empower mid- to senior-level participants living or working in Rhode Island with skills and knowledge to advance their careers.
The 30 professionals selected for this year’s cohort hail from diverse communities throughout Southern New England, including Providence, Cranston, Woonsocket, Lincoln, Central Falls, as well as Attleboro and Malden, Massachusetts.
This year’s program will take place at RIBBA’s new equity hub headquarters on Smith Hill in Providence. With funding from the Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training, Real Jobs Initiative, the program is offered at no cost. Emerging Leader candidates must have at least five years of experience in their profession and hold a mid-level leadership or executive position in Rhode Island to apply for the program.
This year’s cohort, launching this October, includes URI alumni working at organizations across the state. They’ll each receive a comprehensive blueprint to accelerate their career, expand leadership and gain greater responsibility and influence within their respective industries.
Elexsis Cunningham ’13 is excited to join. A housing manager at Crossroads Rhode Island, she says she wanted to join to become a better leader: “In high school I never thought I would come this far. I didn’t even want to go to college. Here it is several years later and I have my degree and am in a management role. I’m ready to accomplish much more.”
Kaitlin (Jarvis) Carver ’11, a clinical manager at Blue Cross Blue Shield, adds, “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to participate in the Emerging Leaders Development Program offered by RIBBA. I believe this program is going to help me unlock another door on my journey as a woman leader. I’m excited to learn new perspectives and angles that I can apply in my current and future roles.”
URI boost
Now in its fourth year, Emerging Leaders has established itself as a pioneer program for career advancement in Rhode Island. RIBBA staff say they have partnered with URI’s Office of Strategic Initiatives to elevate the program’s impact.
“This program is essential for empowering a new generation of leaders in Rhode Island’s diverse community,” says Lisa Ranglin, president and CEO of RIBBA. “With the support of our partners, we are empowering them to break through barriers and become dynamic, impactful leaders in the state.”
“The challenges and opportunities facing the Rhode Island economy demand diverse leaders,” says John Olerio, executive director of URI’s Office of Strategic Initiatives. “The University of Rhode Island is thrilled to partner with RIBBA to empower these emerging changemakers with the dynamic leadership skills and strategies they will need to drive innovation and equitable economic growth across industries and communities.”
URI’s office of Strategic Initiatives, housed in Edwards Hall, connects innovation, creativity, and experimentation found at Rhode Island’s flagship research university to the Rhode Island business community and regional workforce. To learn more, visit here.
Learn more about the Emerging Leaders program.
Why is the flag at half staff? These are possible reasons
The flag of the United States of America is flown at half-staff on several occasions, generally marking that the country is in mourning
On Friday, May 15, flags will be flown at half-staff across the United States to commemorate Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Recognized each year since 1962 as part of May’s National Police Week, the national observance pays tribute to United States law enforcement officials who gave their lives in the line of duty, whether at the local, state or federal level.
“United in gratitude, we recommit ourselves to supporting those who keep the peace in our neighborhoods, and we offer our heartfelt appreciation for the service they render to community and country,” reads a proclamation from President Trump. “Their steady presence brings calm to our streets, their dedication preserves the order that allows our Nation to flourish, and their unwavering vigilance is the reason families across America can rest under the promise of a safer tomorrow.”
In memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, the flag of the United States at all public buildings and grounds across the country and its territories – including in Rhode Island – will fly at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday, May 15.
Why are flags flown at half-staff?
According to the official website of the U.S. General Services Administration, flags typically fly at half-staff when the country or specific state is in mourning. Observances include national tragedies, days of remembrance and deaths of government or military personnel.
The president, the state governor or the mayor of Washington, D.C., can order flags to fly at half-staff.
Half-staff vs. half-mast
While half-staff refers to lowered flags on land, half-mast refers to those at sea. Both refer to a flag being flown beneath the top of its staff as a sign of respect.
RI’s Verdi Productions films ‘Bad News On The Doorstep’ in Providence
Verdi Productions wrapped filming of Tom DeNucci’s “Bad News On The Doorstep” early on May 23 in Providence.
Verdi Productions’ secret horror movie, “My Boyfriend is a Demon,” now filming in Rhode Island, is no longer a secret as Chad A. Verdi, the East Greenwich production company’s president, has announced the cast and given an outline of the movie’s plot.
The ensemble cast comprises veteran actors and rising young talents. The story follows Mary, a lonely, small-town girl who creates a fake Instagram account that pretends to be boyfriend, a guy too perfect to be real. Mary puts so much effort into making him “real” that he shows up at her door one day.
The cast includes:
- Mattias Ferrell, son of comic actor Will Ferrell and known for “A Very Jonas Christmas Movie” and “Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues.”
- Coco Arquette, daughter of Courteney Cox and David Arquette and known for “Cougar Town.”
- David Arquette, known for his work in the “Scream” film franchise.
- Rosanna Arquette, David’s sister and Coco’s aunt, known for “The Moment.”
- Bailey Sloan, known for “Ragamuffin.”
- Jack Champion, known for “Avatar.”
- Ever Anderson, known for “Peter Pan & Wendy.”
- Vinnie Hacker, known for “Euphoria.”
- Josephine Reitman, known for “Juno.”
- Savannah Lee Smith, kown for “Tunsel Town.”
- Lisa Yamada, known for “Elle.”
- Ty Law, known for “Friday Night Lights.”
“My Boyfriend is a Demon” is written and directed by first-time director mishka.
“My Boyfriend is a Demon” is filming in Providence
The movie began filming in Rhode Island in April and has rented Providence’s Cranston Street Armory for the month of May to use as a studio.
The producing team for Verdi Productions includes Chad A. Verdi, Chad Verdi Jr., Paul Luba, Michelle Verdi and Sera Verdi. Executive producers include Ketchup Entertainment and Kinolime.
Good morning! Happy Thursday! Today will be pretty unsettled with the chance for showers and t’storms. Friday will still be damp with showers and drizzle, but the weekend still looks amazing!
The one good thing with the rain, for allergy sufferers at least, the pollen levels will be lower. In fact, both today and tomorrow, the tree pollen counts will be low locally. Do expect a spike in the pollen count for Saturday and Sunday with the dry weather.
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TODAY
Hour-by-hour forecast for today…
We’ll have some showers around during the morning commute today, but the greatest chance for showers and t’storms will be after 9AM and before 5PM.
Showers and thunderstorms could slow travel around mid-day. Rain could fall heavily at times.
A line of showers and t’storms will be sweeping across the area through the afternoon as a slow-moving weather systems moves through the region.
Highs today will be in the upper 50s to lower 60s with southeast to east winds of 5-15mph.
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TONIGHT
Showers are still possible this evening; although they won’t be as numerous.
TOMORROW
That low center will be nearby Friday morning, and we’ll be stuck with a damp, cool windflow. Expect drizzle and showers in the morning and possibly some lingering showers in the afternoon.
Highs Friday will only be in the 50s. The average high this time of year is in the upper 60s.
LOOKING AHEAD
Then…there’s the weekend. Saturday looks amazing with lots of sunshine and dry weather. It’ll be warmer, too, with highs in the 70s.
-Meteorologist T.J. Del Santo
T.J. Del Santo (tdelsanto@wpri.com) is the weekday morning and noon meteorologist for 12 News. Connect with him on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram and Threads and BlueSky.
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