Providence, United States: innovation profile

Providence is number 232 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 21. It is home to 2 R&D labs, 3 startups, 4 investors and 4 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

Largest companies

• United Natural Foods, Inc. (#251)
• Textron (#531)
• Bally's Corporation (#1983)
• Citizens Financial Group Inc (#F150)

Startups

• Beeline Financial Holdings
• CVector Energy
• Intus Care

Investors

• Canton Hathaway
• Nautic Partners
• Point Judith
• Upper90

R&D labs

Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute, Rhode Island Science and Technology Advisory Council.