RIMA - A STRONG, EFFECTIVE VOICE FOR RHODE ISLAND MANUFACTURERS
The Rhode Island Manufacturers Association (RIMA) is a nonprofit, member-driven association. The mission of the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association is to be the unified voice of the Ocean State's 1,600 manufacturers. We advocate at the federal, state, and local levels for sensible legislative and policy solutions that support and empower manufacturing's unique role as the Economic Engine for Rhode Island.
RIMA helps promote the positive aspects of a productive manufacturing industry to the public and connects our members with the resources they need to compete and grow.
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🚨 Attention RI Manufacturers! 🚨 Need new equipment to modernize, improve, or expand your operations? The RI Commerce Manufacturing Equipment Grant Program offers reimbursement grants of up to $25,000 to help eligible manufacturers cover equipment costs! Join us this Thursday, Feb 27 at 11:00am to learn how you can apply and take advantage of this opportunity. 💡✨ Register Here: bit.ly/3EW6Qnu
🚨 Now a Live Webinar! 🚨 CMMC Compliance Deadline Is Approaching - Are You Ready? If you supply components to the Defense supply chain, CMMC compliance becomes mandatory by mid-2025. Non-compliance could put valuable contracts at risk. Join us for an expert-led session covering: ✅ CMMC requirements & timelines ✅ Cybersecurity best practices ✅ Steps to prepare for certification 🗓 Registration closes THIS Friday, 2/28! 🔗 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eivxbZQ5 #CMMC #Compliance #DefenseSupplyChain #RIMA #RIManufacturers #CMMCAwareness
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ICYMI: We launched a new grant program to help defray the cost of purchasing equipment or machinery for manufacturers in Rhode Island. The Manufacturing Equipment Grant reimburses eligible manufacturers up to 50% of a recent cash purchase or 50% of a down payment for a recent financed purchase, with a cap of $25,000. 📅 Apply by Thursday, March 24, 2025 For more information: To review eligibility requirements and apply: https://lnkd.in/ehwMhbjQ
Stop Procrastinating - Don’t risk your defense contracts! Essential CMMC Awareness Workshop (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)🛡️ Join Rhode Island Manufacturers Association - RIMA on March 4th for our CMMC Awareness Workshop at Rhode Island College and get the essential insights you need to stay compliant. ✔️ Spots are limited—secure yours today! https://lnkd.in/e8fxeBYp #RIMA #CMMC #Compliance #RegisterNow #CyberSecurity #RIManufacturers #ManufacturingExcellence #Panelists
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I'm so proud of our team and their hard work to support our manufacturing clients in their journey to CMMC certification! Also really enjoyed the Awards Dinner that RIMA hosted! Great job Dawn, Dave, Natalie, and all of RIMA! #RIMA #Cybersecurity #ManufacturingInnovation #PartnerOfTheYear
We are thrilled to announce that AXIOTROP has received the 2025 Partner of the Year award from the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association - RIMA! This award is a testament to our unwavering commitment to cybersecurity, compliance, and innovation in the manufacturing sector. In an era where digital security is critical, we take pride in empowering businesses with the tools and expertise they need to stay secure, compliant, and competitive. This recognition fuels our passion for driving meaningful change in the industry. Check out the award announcement here:https://lnkd.in/drbRCEib A huge thank you to RIMA, our dedicated team, and our incredible partners for this honor. We look forward to another year of innovation and impact! #Cybersecurity #ManufacturingInnovation #Compliance #AXIOTROP #RIMA #PartnerOfTheYear
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Concerned about how a #Cyberattack might hurt YOUR Rhode Island #Manufacturing business? Here are two next steps: 1) RSVP for the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association - RIMAMarch 4 workshop on #cybersecurity requirements for companies in the defense supply chain: https://ow.ly/jztK50V3OoM 2) Contact us to talk about how we support all manufacturers, defense or otherwise, reduce risks of cyberattacks. From assessments to employee training to guiding you through #CMMC , Polaris MEP has your back. https://lnkd.in/dBA93yy #MEPNationalNetwork #Partnership
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Tooling Up for CMMC: Align Your Security or Risk a Shutdown 📅 Tuesday, March 4, 2025 Hosted by the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association - RIMA If your company supplies components to the Defense industrial base, CMMC compliance is no longer optional—it’s a requirement. Starting in mid-2025, failing to meet cybersecurity standards could mean losing valuable contracts and partnerships. Join us for this critical workshop, where industry experts will break down: ✅ CMMC requirements and key timelines ✅ Best practices to assess and strengthen cybersecurity ✅ How to prepare for certification and protect your business Panelists: 🎙️ Patrick Colantonio – VP, Neqter Labs – Moderator 🎙️ David Aaron – Senior Counsel, Perkins Coie LLP 🎙️ Joe Devine – President, AXIOTROP, LLC 🎙️Chris Goodwin - Vice President & Sales Director, Goodwin-Bradley Pattern It will now be virtual. Schedule: Check-in: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Presentation: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Don't wait until it’s too late—secure your place in the Defense supply chain today! 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e8fxeBYp #CMMC #Cybersecurity #DefenseSupplyChain #Compliance #AXIOTROP #RIMAWorkshop
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Missed the RIMA 8th Annual Awards Dinner? 🎥✨ Watch the awardee videos below and relive the celebration! Plus, stay ahead with the latest industry updates, insights, and upcoming events in our February newsletter. 📩 #RIMA #Manufacturing #RhodeIsland #FebruaryNewsletter #Insights #UpcomingEvents #Data #WelcomeNewMembers #RIManufacturing