Resource Roadshow – Providence (feat. RI Commerce & Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, hosted by Mahr. Inc)
Running a manufacturing business means constantly balancing growth, workforce, technology, costs, customers and everything in between. There are resources available to help, but knowing what’s out there, where to find it and which programs actually fit your business can be a challenge.
Hosted at Mahr, Inc., RI Commerce, the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce and Polaris MEP are bringing the Resource Roadshow to Providence for a conversation built around what manufacturers actually need.
Join us for a candid fireside chat featuring Daniela Fairchild, Chief Strategy Officer at RI Commerce, alongside representatives from the Greater Providence Chamber and Polaris MEP. We’ll talk about the challenges manufacturers are facing and highlight state and federal resources designed to help Rhode Island businesses grow, invest and stay competitive.
What You’ll Learn
This isn’t just a presentation on available programs. It’s an opportunity to hear directly from the experts on the resources that can help move your business forward.
We’ll explore:
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- State and federal resources available to Rhode Island manufacturers
- Funding and assistance programs that can support business growth and investment
- Resources for workforce, technology, innovation and operational needs
- How to better navigate the state and federal support ecosystem
- An open conversation around the challenges and opportunities facing Rhode Island manufacturers
Come with Questions. Leave with Resources.
Whether you’re looking to expand, invest in new technology, strengthen your workforce or simply understand what support is available to your business, this is a chance to connect directly with the people and organizations working to support Rhode Island’s manufacturing community.
And because this is part of the Resource Roadshow, this is just one stop. The series is bringing the conversation to manufacturers across Rhode Island, making it easier to connect with resources where you are.
About the Presenters

Daniela Fairchild, Chief Strategy Officer, RI Commerce
Daniela Fairchild serves as the Chief Strategy Officer for the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation. In this role, she ensures cohesion and efficiency between all Commerce Corporation and Executive Office of Commerce projects as well as guides the internal systems and processes that allow Commerce to best serve clients and partners.

The Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) is Rhode Island’s only statewide chamber of commerce and one of the largest metropolitan chambers in the Northeast. It plays a crucial role in connecting business professionals with peers who can provide real-time, actionable advice on managing growth, finding the right talent, and innovating.
A global supplier of production metrology, rotary stroke bearings and gear metering pumps as well as meter mix dispense technology, the Mahr Group has the right solution for a wide range of applications. You can rely on our technical innovation and the expertise we have gained in over 160 years of company history.

