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URI’s Abby Benson honored as Providence Business News’ ‘Woman to Watch’
- Abby Benson was named Providence Business News’ Woman to Watch for education at the 2026 Business Women Awards luncheon.
- PBN recognized Benson at a May luncheon for her role in strengthening URI’s financial foundation.
- She led a university-wide balanced budget initiative and helped implement a new budget model.
- Benson also helped develop URI’s campus plan and oversaw more than $1 billion in capital projects.
- The award cited Benson’s leadership in recruiting senior leaders across finance, facilities, IT, and procurement.
- URI’s Abby Benson thanked the URI community for making the university exceptional.
- The ceremony was held at the Marriott Providence in late May.
- URI is a flagship institution planning modern campus facilities for the next two decades.
- Benson oversees more than $1 billion in capital planning and major projects.
- The award recognizes leaders across education, government, and nonprofit sectors.
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