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Rhode Island AI & Creativity Business Mixer Recap
September 17, 2025

Diverse Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Business Mixer hosted by Regional Ambassadors Jessica Flood and Peter Flood, featured an engaging evening dedicated to human-centered conversations at the intersection of AI and creativity.

The event united business owners, artists, designers, and curious professionals to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping work, culture, and creative practice. Peter Flood delivered the Welcome Address, setting the tone for a thoughtful, purpose-driven evening, while Jessica Flood closed with reflections that highlighted human values, collaboration, and forward momentum.

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Creativity Business Mixer Recap
Creativity Business Mixer Recap

What happened

The program blended live pitches, dynamic networking circles, rapid-fire chats, and mini-sessions focused on translating AI insights into practical outcomes.

Exploration stations provided hands-on opportunities to compare how different AI platforms interpret the same prompts, revealing diverse styles, strengths, and quirks. Attendees left with concrete ideas for using AI to enhance marketing, product design, operations, and customer experiences, all within a framework that honors accessibility, inclusivity, and human-centered design.

Event details
When: September 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Where: Warwick Center for the Arts,
3529 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886

Regional Culinary Experience 
 
Italian Menu catered by Dave’s Fresh Marketplace, featuring a Rhode Island staple “Coffee Milk”. The thoughtfully curated menu complemented the evening’s conversations and networking, making the experience enjoyable and approachable for all attendees.
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Free Raffle prizes
 
Two standout creative tools were up for grabs:
A Digital Pen Smart Pen Writing Set, including the smart pen and notebook with seamless syncing for effortless notes and organization—ideal for writers, planners, and busy creators who want a smooth paper-to-digital workflow.
 
A 2-in-1 Digital Notebook Drawing Tablet with a battery-free pen, a Bluetooth wireless paper tablet and electronic writing pad, paired with a refillable A5 notepad for a balanced blend of analog and digital workflows.
Participants had the chance to elevate their sketching, brainstorming, and productivity through the raffle.
 
What attendees gained
 
Actionable AI insights applicable to daily operations, marketing, product design, and customer experiences
 
Expanded networking opportunities across industries, enabling potential collaborations at the intersection of AI and creativity
A thoughtful dialogue about preserving the human touch in an AI-powered world
 
Key takeaways
 
AI can amplify human creativity and business operations when guided by empathy, context, and purpose. The event showcased practical strategies for responsible, inclusive AI adoption and underscored how a welcoming, curated networking environment can foster meaningful connections.
 
 
 
What’s next
 
Stay connected with the Diverse Chamber of Commerce and Industry for future events at the AI-creativity frontier. 
 
Consider applying AI thoughtfully within your business or creative practice, guided by the insights and connections from the evening. 
 
Look out for upcoming opportunities to learn, collaborate, and explore the evolving role of AI in work and imagination.

Chamber Support & Resources:

The Diverse Chamber of Commerce continues to support small business owners and entrepreneurs by providing resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to help them thrive in government contracting and beyond.

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