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PBN Events

July ’08 40 Under Forty
If you are 40 or younger, successful and involved – prepare to be part of the 4th annual 40 Under Forty Event. Starting in April, Providence Business News seeks applications from young professionals who demonstrate achievements in their careers and in community involvement. The chosen 40 will be honored at an awards ceremony July 31 at Tennis Hall of Fame and featured in a special supplement August 4.

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September ’08 Innovation Awards & Tech Laureates Night
Innovation is the hallmark of a creative economy. The third annual Innovation Awards will recognize individuals and organizations that have developed new products, services and processes. Providence Business News, in partnership with the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation and Tech Collective, will honor these innovations and innovators at Tech Laureate Night, and in a special report in September. The application process begins mid-June.

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November ’08 Business Excellence Awards
Excellence in Business is a time honored achievement, one that Providence Business News believes deserves special recognition. The 2008 Business Excellence Awards continues the tradition, when five companies and one individual leader will be honored for their achievements at an awards dinner and in a special supplement.

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January ’09 Book of Lists Party
It’s the best party of the Winter! A gathering of more than 300 executives who join Providence Business News to celebrate the many successful companies, organizations and individuals featured in the annual Book of Lists.

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June ’08 Best Places to Work
Best Places to Work honors companies, including nonprofits, that excel in best management practices. The winners are chosen following a survey completed by employees and managers. There are many great places to work in Rhode Island, and Providence Business News is pleased to honor the best at an awards dinner June 4th and in a special report June 9th. Register today at www.BestPlacesToWorkRI.com.
June ’08 Business Women
Join Providence Business News as we honor 25 successful women at the first annual Business Women’s Awards Luncheon on June 25th . This event will be held in the Grand Hall at Bryant University’s Bello Center. Event sponsorships are available, as are table sponsorships. A 32-page special supplement on the honorees will be published June 30th.


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