Providence Women's Business Networking Groups Directory

66 groups in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. See the full U.S. directory

Women’s business networking groups play a vital role in connecting, elevating, and supporting women across industries. Our commitment extends beyond our own gatherings—we actively celebrate and uplift the broader ecosystem of women-centered networking opportunities. As our events frequently reach capacity, we encourage our members to engage with and support other organizations, recognizing that meaningful connections and growth happen across many spaces. By fostering collaboration rather than competition, we strengthen a collective network where all women in business can thrive. For organizers of the women's business networking groups below, if any updates or corrections please send them to Barbara (Service @ WomanLeaders.org) and let us know how we can further assist in your wonderful networking group which furthers our joint mission and purpose of empowering women in the workforce.

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Rhode Island Women's Business Networks
Location Women's Business Network Name Affiliation Contact Name Phone Contact Email Review
Bristol Professional Moms Network The Etiquette Network Jacquelyn Flesner — — A strong option for women who want consistent networking, supportive referrals, and relationships that can lead to real opportunities.
Bristol County Professional Moms Network - East Bay RI Professional Moms Network Stephanie Borden — — A strong option for women who want consistent networking, supportive referrals, and relationships that can lead to real opportunities.
Lincoln Women's Business Council Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce Lesley Palagi 401-334-1000 lpalagi@nrichamber.com A smart choice for women who want visibility in the local business community, strong referrals, and practical relationship-building opportunities.
Newport The Women's Network Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce Kate Grotteberg 401-847-1608 kate@newportchamber.com A smart choice for women who want visibility in the local business community, strong referrals, and practical relationship-building opportunities.
Newport Women in Business Series Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce Kate Grotteberg 401-847-1608 kate@newportchamber.com A strong option for women who want practical business growth support, community, and meaningful connections with other ambitious women.
Newport County NewCo Women Connect — — — newcowomenconnect@gmail.com A strong option for women who want intentional networking, collaboration, and a supportive community built around visibility and growth.
North Kingstown Professional Moms Network - South County RI Professional Moms Network Joanne Forti — — A strong option for women who want consistent networking, supportive referrals, and relationships that can lead to real opportunities.
Providence Center for Women & Enterprise - Rhode Island Center for Women & Enterprise (Women Business Center) Gabrielle King Morse 401-277-0800 info.providence@cweonline.org A strong option for women who want supportive connections, greater visibility, and practical opportunities to grow professionally or as an entrepreneur.
Providence Greater Providence RI Links Incorporated The Links, Incorporated Maria Goncalves — contactus@gprilinks.org A positive, community-oriented option for women who want encouragement, relationship-building, and more opportunities to grow professionally.
Providence Latina Women in Business Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Oscar Mejias 401-400-1340 info@rihispanicchamber.org A strong option for women who want practical business growth support, community, and meaningful connections with other ambitious women.
Providence Leadership Rhode Island Women's Network Leadership Rhode Island Prutha Patel 401-273-1574 office@leadershipri.org A strong option for women who want consistent networking, supportive referrals, and relationships that can lead to real opportunities.
Providence New England Female Founders (NEFF) RIHub Melissa Bowley — melissa@flourishcommunitycare.com A strong fit for women founders who want honest peer support, practical growth conversations, and high-value connections.
Providence Rhode Island Women in the Trades — Anita Bruno 401-484-1266 anita@riwomeninthetrades.org A valuable community for women in the skilled trades who want support, visibility, and peers who understand the work.
Providence Rhode Island Women's Bar Association — Angela Yingling — ayingling@ripd.org A strong fit for women in law who want peer support, leadership opportunities, and a community that understands the profession.
Providence SheConnectsRI Central RI Chamber of Commerce (calendar listing) Stephanie Osborn — — A smart choice for women who want visibility in the local business community, strong referrals, and practical relationship-building opportunities.
Providence The Lady Project — Sierra Barter — — A positive, community-oriented option for women who want encouragement, relationship-building, and more opportunities to grow professionally.
South Kingstown Empowering Women in South County Lean In Circle Rebecca Plonsky — — Lean In Circles are excellent for women who want honest peer support, accountability, and leadership conversations in a trusted small-group setting.
Statewide AWIS Rhode Island Association for Women in Science Cheryl Vaughan — awisrhodeisland@gmail.com A strong fit for women in science who want career support, peer connection, and a community that understands the field.
Statewide EMPOWER New England Medical Innovation Center (NEMIC) Maey Petrie-Healey 401-450-0733 info@nemic.org A strong fit for women in science, healthcare, or life sciences who want learning opportunities, peer support, and meaningful industry connections.
Statewide NAWIC Rhode Island Chapter #52 National Association of Women in Construction Gabriella Caron — gcaron@shawmut.com This is a valuable network for women in construction who want industry credibility, leadership development, and supportive peer connections.
Statewide Professional Women in Building Council Rhode Island Builders Association / NAHB Professional Women in Building Council Jackie Pagel 401-500-5249 jpagel@gopella.com This is a valuable network for women in construction and home building who want industry relationships, visibility, and peer support.
Statewide Rhode Island Women's Council (Building Trades) Rhode Island Building & Construction Trades Council Vennicia Kingston — — A valuable community for women in construction and the built environment who want industry visibility, leadership growth, and supportive peer connections.
Statewide Rhode Island Women's Councilâ„¢ National Women's Council — — — A smart option for women who want to plug into an established business community, build visibility, and take on leadership opportunities.
Statewide Women in CyberSecurity Rhode Island Chapter Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Ibett Acarapi — rhodeisland@wicys.org A positive, community-oriented option for women who want encouragement, relationship-building, and more opportunities to grow professionally.
Statewide Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Rhode Island Women in Manufacturing Association Linda Linphanit 216-503-5700 chapters@womeninmfg.org Women in Manufacturing gives members niche industry connections, professional development, and a stronger voice in a field where peer support matters.
Statewide Women United United Way of Rhode Island Bethany Wood 401-444-0600 bethany.wood@unitedwayri.org A positive, community-oriented option for women who want encouragement, relationship-building, and more opportunities to grow professionally.
Statewide Women's Council of Realtors Rhode Island Women's Council of Realtors Sharon Zickendrath — szickendrath@krisslawatlantic.com A strong choice for women in real estate who want referral-driven relationships, leadership opportunities, and a respected professional network.