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Providence, Rhode Island Resources for Entrepreneurs

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Rhode Island Entrepreneurial Resources

Start by looking at our statewide resources. We are constantly updating our list of state resources for Rhode Island. These state-level resources can be very useful to Providence entrepreneurs . . . and any entrepreneurs in Rhode Island for that matter.

You'll find information on Rhode Island business incubators, Rhode Island venture capitalists, angel investors in Rhode Island and many other useful resources.

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Useful Information on Providence, Rhode Island

Did you know that approximately 173,000 people live in Providence? That's the count according to recent census data.

Providence, Rhode Island Newspaper Advertising

Do you want to advertise your Providence, RI small business? We would highly recommend that consider advertising in local newspapers to reach Providence consumers.

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Radio Advertising in Providence, Rhode Island

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Starting a Business in Providence, Rhode Island

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Business Demographics for Providence, Rhode Island

Providence has more than 5,000 businesses operating within its borders. The most common types of business are shown in the table below:

Business Type
# of
Businesses
Offices of Lawyers
356
Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)
239
Full-Service Restaurants
210
Limited-Service Restaurants
174
Religious Organizations
113
Beauty Salons
96
Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages)
85
Insurance Agencies and Brokerages
74
Offices of Dentists
69
Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars
67
Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Stores
65
Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings
60
Offices of Certified Public Accountants
58
Beer, Wine, and Liquor Stores
54
Commercial Banking
54
Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers
49
Residential Remodelers
48
Temporary Help Services
46
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
44
Child Day Care Services
44
Convenience Stores
44
Costume Jewelry and Novelty Manufacturing
44
Civic and Social Organizations
43
General Automotive Repair
43
Graphic Design Services
43

 

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