Washington Trust named one of the healthiest employers in RI for fourth year in a row

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Washington Trust (NASDAQ:WASH) has been recognized as one of Rhode Island's healthiest employers by Providence Business News (PBN) for the fourth consecutive year. The bank was among 27 organizations honored in the 2025 Healthiest Employers Awards, specifically in the 500-1,499 employee category.

The recognition was based on a comprehensive evaluation of the company's physical, financial, and mental well-being programs. The bank's commitment to employee wellness includes education initiatives, rewards programs, and support for healthy lifestyle choices.

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WESTERLY, R.I., Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth year in a row, Washington Trust has been named by Providence Business News (PBN) as one of the healthiest employers in Rhode Island. Washington Trust was one of 27 organizations selected for PBN's 2025 Healthiest Employers Awards, and among six winners in the category of 500 to 1,499 employees.

Employers were required to complete a survey about their programs for physical, financial and mental well-being, and what makes their programs stand out. Healthiest Employers Inc. evaluated the responses. The selected honorees were recognized during a breakfast ceremony on August 7 and will be featured in the August 15th Healthiest Employers Special Section of Providence Business News. 

"At Washington Trust, our employees are the heart of everything we do. Offering a robust wellness program is one way we show that we truly value their health, happiness, and long-term success," said Kristen DiSanto, Washington Trust senior executive vice president and chief human resources officer. "When our people feel their best, they bring their best—to their work, to each other, and to the communities we serve."

Washington Trust is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace environment that promotes and supports each person's healthy lifestyle journey and choices, and through its wellness program provides education, rewards and encouragement to help all employees to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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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FAQ

What award did Washington Trust (WASH) receive in 2025?

Washington Trust was named one of Rhode Island's healthiest employers by Providence Business News, marking their fourth consecutive year receiving this recognition.

How many companies were recognized in PBN's 2025 Healthiest Employers Awards?

27 organizations were selected for the 2025 Healthiest Employers Awards, with Washington Trust being among six winners in the 500-1,499 employees category.

What wellness initiatives does Washington Trust (WASH) offer its employees?

Washington Trust offers a comprehensive wellness program that includes education, rewards, and encouragement for healthy lifestyle choices, covering physical, financial, and mental well-being.

When will Providence Business News feature Washington Trust's health employer award?

The award recognition will be featured in Providence Business News' Healthiest Employers Special Section on August 15, 2025.