September eNews

Welcome to Washington Trust eNews!

We're proud to be a financial resource for so many of the companies honored in Rhode Island Monthly's recent Best of Rhode Island™ issue. We're here for Rhode Island businesses. After all, we're a Rhode Island business, too. We hope you will enjoy this issue of Business eNews and welcome your comments and suggestions.

Joseph J. MarcAurele
To Join Washington Trust as President & COO

Our remote deposit service allows you to make secure deposits without sending an employee to the bank. Improve Cash Flow. Increase Efficiency. Streamline Operations. Save Time.

On September 21, 2009 Washington Trust will welcome Joseph J. MarcAurele as President and Chief Operating Officer and as a member of our Board of Directors. Joe will succeed Jack Treanor who will retire in October 2009 after ten years of dedicated service.

Joe joins us from Citizens Bank, where he served as President since 2001, and is a well-known and respected leader within the New England banking industry. During his 16-year tenure at Citizens, he served in various executive positions, including Chairman, President and CEO of Citizens Bank of Rhode Island and Connecticut from 2001-2007. His early banking career included seven years at Fleet Financial Bank.

A lifelong Rhode Island resident, Joe has been recognized for his dedication to the local community. He recently received the “Hometown Hero Award” from the Pawtucket Red Sox and Cox Communications for his leadership in the Striking Out Hunger initiative to benefit the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. He serves on the President's Council of Providence College, chairs the Governor's Workforce Board of Rhode Island, and is a member of the Rhode Island Commodores. He is also affiliated with the Rhode Island Hospital Foundation, the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, Rhode Island Community and Justice, and the United Way of Rhode Island.

Joe is a welcome addition to the Washington Trust family and we look forward to introducing him to our customers and friends of the Bank during the coming months.

An Exclusive Offer For Washington Trust Business Customers!

At Washington Trust people come first. As trusted advisors, we genuinely care about our customers and the communities where we live and work. That's why we're proud to invite your business to participate in our “Think Local” Coupon Book, designed to encourage people to “Think Local” when purchasing goods and services. Buying locally strengthens our economy and directly affects the communities where we live and work. The Coupon Book will encourage people to purchase goods and services from Washington Trust's local business customers. And best of all, there's no cost for your business to participate!

Which Businesses Are Eligible?
All Washington Trust business customers are invited to participate in our “Think Local” coupon book, which will be distributed to 20,000 Washington Trust customers in our branches and at community events throughout the year. It's the perfect vehicle to tell thousands of potential customers about your business! The Coupon Books will be available at the end of November, during the busy holiday shopping season, and will include coupons that are valid for each month of the year through the end of 2010.

How Do I Sign Up?
Simply complete this form and fax it to Washington Trust's Marketing Department at 401-349-1407 or email your information to clbirchell@washtrust.com. If you have any questions or need more information about Washington Trust's “Think Local” Coupon Book, please call Christy Birchell at 401-348-1334.

Make Managing Your Business Finances Easier

Like so many busy professionals, you need more time to manage the backbone of your business - your finances. The solution? Online banking. When you bank online, efficiency fuels your day, control becomes the norm, and you've got time left for focusing on what's really important: your business' growth.

Online banking offers fast and flexible ways to manage your money and optimize cash flow, including:

• Bill Payment
• ACH origination for: 
  
  Payroll - provide direct deposit for your employees 
  Multiple disbursements - pay your vendors, deposit funds 
  Cash Concentration - move money into one single account 
  Drafts - collect money for taxes, membership dues, charity donations and more 
  Taxes - electronically pay your federal taxes

Convenient 24/7 accessibility provides ultimate flexibility. And state-of-the-art online security protects company privacy. To find out more about Washington Trust's online cash management services, please contact Patti Hartford at 401-348-1346.

Washington Trust sponsors
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular