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Rhode Island’s Emerging Leaders — Joshua Giraldo

Joshua Giraldo (LRI '16): "I am constantly inspired by the all-out commitment to the vision shared by our team in Central Falls."

Pawsox to Host Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive with First Lady of Pawtucket

Those who are unable to donate food or volunteer, but would like to make a financial contribution, please reach out to Herb Weiss (LRI '12), City of Pawtucket's Economic & Cultural Affairs Officer at 401-728-0500 ext. 437.

LRI In the News

DCYF in the spotlight: Forum explores grim realities for R.I. kids in state custody

The sold-out forum, hosted in partnership with Leadership Rhode Island and Rhode Island College, explored the often grim realities for kids in state custody.

DiSanto, Klump, Ryan and Wray promoted at Washington Trust

Kristen DiSanto (LRI '06) was promoted to senior executive vice president, chief human resources officer; Thomas Klump (LRI '15) was promoted to senior vice president and chief information officer; William Wray, Sr. (LRI '96) was promoted to senior executive vice president.

R.I. education summit participants focus on college readiness

Central Falls Supt. Victor Capellan (LRI '98) pointed to his district’s partnership with Rhode Island College, the district’s dual enrollment offerings and its College 101 course that helps students develop college-ready skills.

6 Questions: Sojourner House rebuilding lives impacted by abuse

With October being domestic violence awareness month, ABC6 News Anchor John DeLuca sat down with Vanessa Volz (LRI '17), the Executive Director of the Sojourner House, an agency dedicated to assisting victims and families of abuse.

R.I. Rep. Regunberg, considering run for state office, to announce plans Tuesday

Rep. Aaron Regunberg (LRI '17), 27, has not yet officially confirmed his intent to run for lieutenant governor, a job currently held by Democrat — and former Cumberland mayor — Dan McKee.

The 10 Best Airports in the U.S.

Congratulations to Brian Schattle (LRI '07) and Patti Goldstein (LRI '01) for doing your part to get TF Green Airport (PVD) in "The Best Airports in the U.S." according to Condé Nast Traveler.

Don’t Forget Puerto Rico

“It’s surreal to have everyone you love so deeply affected by a storm you didn’t feel a breath of. There are almost no phones or computers that are working, so communications – from outside the island and on the island – are extremely difficult,” says Ashley Mercado (LRI '11).

R.I. tries to put best foot forward with Amazon pitch

In fact, Alec Beckett (LRI '11), creative partner at Nail, said Friday that the empty field video is an existing spot focused on general business attraction that the agency tweaked to peg it to Amazon.

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