Washington Trust Bank

Cory J. Allen, SVP / Team Leader, examined interest rates, small business confidence, and multi-family housing demand to provide a 2025 economic outlook for central Oregon. Read his insights in Cascade Business News at https://lnkd.in/dautSjAG

Last week our volunteers were out lending a hand at the Doors to Dreams gala. The night was all about raising important funds to support our local youth through the work of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Spokane County. Thanks for having us, we're proud to support your important work!

The SeattleCIO ORBIE Awards recognize technology executives for their leadership, innovation, and excellence. Congratulations to Washington Trust CIO, Michael Slama, who has been named a 2025 Finalist. Michael’s impact at Washington Trust can’t be overstated. Under his leadership, we have experienced transformative advancements that have reshaped our technological landscape and strategic direction. Finalists and winners will be honored at a ceremony on April 11. Congratulations, Michael! Learn more about the awards at https://lnkd.in/esEfvVSJ

When you take the time to craft a thorough estate plan, you free yourself and your loved ones to focus on the most important things at the end of life and beyond, says Matt Tilghman-Havens, JD, Director of Wealth Strategy at Washington Trust Bank. You also get to make your wishes clear and direct your assets where you’d like them to go—supporting the people and organizations that mean the most to you. To learn more about charitable donations and your estate plan, connect with a Washington Trust wealth advisor near you. https://lnkd.in/ge3YdP9C

Once again, the Spokane Ag Show brought together farmers and ranchers for an amazing three days. With 220+ vendors, nearly 6,000 attendees, and seminars on everything from land value trends, to managing soil health, to small farm bookkeeping, we had a blast connecting with clients and learning and growing alongside them. Already excited for next year! Kevin O'Connell, Brad Flodin, Andy Beitia, Kevin Blair, Steven Roberts, Haylee Bull, Kyle York, Jill Bruce, and Derek Brownson

Building an estate plan? The right wealth advisor can share key considerations, tools, and strategies for crafting a plan that meets your investment and giving goals, says Joey Robinson, Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager at Washington Trust. For guidance on how you can reach your investment and charitable goals, meet with a Washington Trust wealth advisor near you. https://lnkd.in/ge3YdP9C

Building an estate plan? The right wealth advisor can share key considerations, tools, and strategies for crafting a plan that meets your investment and giving goals, says Joey Robinson, Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager at Washington Trust. For guidance on how you can reach your investment and charitable goals, meet with a Washington Trust wealth advisor near you. https://lnkd.in/ge3YdP9C

Titus Davis is a dedicated Community Lending Officer based in our Bellevue office who makes homeownership dreams a reality. With a passion for financial empowerment, Titus helps first-time buyers navigate the path to homeownership with expert guidance and personalized solutions. Check out his feature in Seattle Agent Magazine to learn more about his impact in the community and how he started out as a photographer. https://lnkd.in/gfsbFgUR

“I want to give some money to charity and some to family, some now and some later. What kind of planning can I do?” Setting up a charitable trust doesn’t have to be complicated, says Dawn Spratley, Vice President and Senior Trust Officer at Washington Trust. A wealth advisor can help you establish a plan for current and future charitable giving. To learn more, meet with a Washington Trust wealth advisor near you. https://lnkd.in/gqqxznct

Congratulations to our January Legendary Award winner, Carrie Pettibone, Merchant Services Manager! Carrie is known among her colleagues for going above and beyond to help her team in any way she can, and gives the same level of care to our customers. Recently, she helped a customer handle a situation where someone tried to open a fraudulent account in a customer’s name. Carrie then provided guidance to the customer and followed up with them for several weeks to ensure the situation was handled and the customer was at ease. Thank you, Carrie, for living out the Bank’s value of passion in helping your colleagues and customers. Way to go, Carrie!