Contact Us

At RISBDC, we’re here to support you with expert advice, resources, and personalized counseling to help your business succeed. Whether you’re a startup or looking to grow, our experienced counselors are just a click or call away.

If you are seeking business advising services, click on our Online Request for Counseling and complete/submit the brief form to register, or call our lead center (401) 874-7232.  Once you register online, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR A MESSAGE FROM AN RISBDC BUSINESS ADVISOR.  An RISBDC business advisor will contact you by email to schedule an initial session, usually within 48 hours of registration.

Need Spanish Support?

We offer bilingual services! If you’re a Spanish-speaking entrepreneur, please let us know when scheduling to meet with our Spanish-speaking counselor.

¿Necesita asesoría en español?

¡En el RISBDC ofrecemos servicios bilingües! Si es un(a) emprendedor(a) o empresario(a) de habla hispana, por favor indíquelo al programar su cita para que podamos conectarlo(a) con un asesor(a) que hable español.

Lead Office:

Kingston

University of Rhode Island
10 Tootell Rd.
Kingston, RI 02881
Phone: 401-874-SBDC (7232)
weekdays 8:30am – 4:00pm

Service Centers:

Providence Metro Office

315 Iron Horse Way
Providence, RI 02908

Greater Newport Office

513 Broadway
Newport, RI 02840

Northern Rhode Island Office

BELC Building
Bryant University
100 Salem St.
Smithfield, RI  02917