WESTERLY, R.I., Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Trust ("the Bank") was recently recognized with two workplace and employee wellness awards, which include being named one of Rhode Island's Healthiest Employers by Providence Business News in partnership with Healthiest Employers, Inc., and an Exemplary Worksite Heath Award from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of RI and the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce.

Washington Trust has received the "Healthiest Employers" recognition for three consecutive years, and a Worksite Health Award for ten consecutive years, the last eight of which have been at the Exemplary level. These award programs recognize Rhode Island-based employers that demonstrate a strong commitment to prioritizing the health and well-being of their employees through relevant policy, culture, programs, and educational opportunities.

"At Washington Trust, we truly value people above all else," said Kristen DiSanto, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. "We understand that a healthy employee is a happy and productive employee, so we're committed to providing comprehensive programs and initiatives that promote a holistic approach to wellness for our team and their families. We're proud of our efforts to provide meaningful employee wellness opportunities that continue to be recognized."

Washington Trust is actively recruiting for several key positions, and will be participating in BankForward's upcoming Career Discovery Day, taking place on Saturday, October 5th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at CCRI's Providence Campus at 1 Hilton Street. The event will help potential employees explore, connect, and grow in the world of banking and finance, and will provide networking opportunities, panel discussions, and more.  To register for the event, click here, or visit  washtrust.com/careers to view the Bank's full list of career opportunities.

ABOUT WASHINGTON TRUST^®

Founded in 1800, Washington Trust is recognized as the oldest community bank in the nation, the largest state-chartered bank headquartered in Rhode Island and one of the Northeast's premier financial services companies. Washington Trust values its role as a community bank and is committed to helping the people, businesses, and organizations of New England improve their financial lives. The Bank offers a wide range of commercial banking, mortgage banking, personal banking and wealth management services through its offices in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts and a full suite of convenient digital tools. Washington Trust is a member of the FDIC and an equal housing lender. Washington Trust is a subsidiary of Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc., a publicly-owned holding company which trades on NASDAQ: WASH. For more information, visit the Bank's website at www.washtrust.com or the Corporation's website at ir.washtrust.com.

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SOURCE The Washington Trust Company