BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION

The Rhode Island Business Plan Competition will host a workshop for those looking to determine whether their business ideas have potential, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Betaspring, 95 Chestnut St., third floor, Providence.

During the event, a panel of experts will discuss where ideas for new businesses originate, the differences between a project and product or service, the financial feasibility of an idea and how to get started.

This event is free and open to the public, but preregistration is required. Parking is available on-street and in the parking garage on nearby Richmond Street.

For more information or to register, visit www.ri-bizplan.com.