On December 20th, the Rhode Island-Israel Collaborative (RIIC) had its first Israel event at the Sailors Club at the Herzliya Marina. The purpose of the event was to discuss how the organization can connect Rhode Island and Israel, have Rhode Islanders meet Rhode Islanders who now reside in Israel, as well as Israelis who now reside or studied in Rhode Island who are interested in developing commerce, academic and research between Israel and Rhode Island. The event host, Jon

WHY ISRAEL? Did you know the U.S. is Israel's single largest trading partner? Israel is a global center for hi-tech design and R&D which provides opportunities for U.S.-Israel commercial partnerships, specifically in hi-tech and defense industries, including cyber security, safety and security equipment and services, defense equipment, medical technologies, biotechnology products and consumer goods. Also, come learn about research funding opportunities provided by the BI