The RISBDC employs a dedicated, experienced and knowledgeable staff of business counselors and administrators who can assist you in growing your business. You must live in Rhode Island or have a business based in Rhode Island to qualify for our services.
To schedule an appointment with a business counselor, click Online Request for Counseling and complete/ submit the brief form, or call our lead center (401) 874-7232.
If you are a Spanish-speaking entrepreneur, please request a meeting with our bilingual business counselor when scheduling your appointment.
Si Ud. es un emprendedor de habla hispana, puede solicitar una cita con nuestro asesor latino.
Lead Office:
Kingston
University of Rhode Island
Carlotti Administration Building
10 Tootell Rd.
Kingston, RI 02881
Phone: 401-874-SBDC (7232)
weekdays 8:30am – 4:30pm
Service Center:
Providence Metro Office
315 Iron Horse Way
Providence, RI 02908
Phone: 401-490-0378
Service Center:
Southern Rhode Island Office
University of Rhode Island
Carlotti Administration Building
10 Tootell Rd.
Kingston, RI 02881
Phone: 401-714-9177
Outreach Locations:
RISBDC Northern Rhode Island Office
650 George Washington Hwy
Suite 206
Lincoln, RI 02865
Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce
30 Exchange Terrace
Providence, RI 02903
Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce
3288 Post Rd.
Warwick, RI 02886
Innovate Newport
513 Broadway
Newport, RI 02840
Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce
1 Chamber Way
Westerly, RI 02891
East Bay Chamber of Commerce
16 Cutler St.
Warren, RI 02885
Pawtucket City Hall
137 Roosevelt Ave.
Pawtucket, RI 02860
Central Falls City Hall
580 Broad St.
Central Falls, RI 02863
East Providence City Hall
145 Taunton Ave.
East Providence, RI 02914
