Hello All,

I am not originally from Rhode Island and I am trying to launch my IT services business, but finding that it's somewhat difficult to find ways to generate an interest in my services.  There's a limited amount of advertising venue's that are IT centric and the cost of advertising in the publications across the state (Projo, Providence Business News, RI Monthly) are expensive for a startup.  I know the obvious answer is to network, but working full time with more than an hour commute each way in addition to starting this business makes that concept nearly impossible.  In a nutshell, Rhode Island in general is one of the toughest markets I have seen to sucessfully launch and maintain a business if you are not well known.  I'd like to hear how you sucessfully achieved your customer base as well as what advertising and resources you used.  I am working with the RI SBA, RI PTAC, SBDC, Central Chamber of Commerce, and other resources offered by the state.

 Thank you for your time and advice!

Bob Stanley, President/Owner

Advanced IT Solutions of Rhode Island, LLC