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At the Ocean State Business Expo, attendees will have the chance to connect with industry leaders and like-minded professionals and make valuable connections that can lead to future collaborations and partnerships.
About Ocean State Business Expo
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The Ocean State Business Expo & Networking Event has been a cornerstone of Rhode Island’s business community since 2009, when it was founded by Jay White and Peter George. In 2011, Susan Lataille joined Jay, bringing her event production expertise and helping grow the expo through 2018. In 2019, Rick Lataille added his entertainment industry experience, enhancing the event’s creativity and energy. After a brief pandemic hiatus, Susan, Rick, and Jay reunited with a renewed mission to support Rhode Island’s small business community. With over 60 years of combined experience, their team is dedicated to fostering connection, learning, and collaboration for local entrepreneurs.