Bank recognized among top employers statewide by 
Providence Business News and Best Companies Group

BankNewport is proud to announce that it has once again been named one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Rhode Island by Providence Business News and Best Companies Group. The recognition reflects BankNewport’s continued commitment to fostering a supportive, collaborative and employee-focused workplace culture for its employees across Rhode Island.

The annual Best Places to Work program identifies, recognizes, and honors outstanding employers whose policies, practices, and workplace environments positively impact Rhode Island’s economy, workforce, and business community. Participating companies are evaluated through a two‑part process that includes an in‑depth review of workplace policies and practices and a confidential employee survey measuring engagement and overall employee experience. Final rankings are based on combined scores from both components.

“At BankNewport, we believe a strong, engaged workforce is the foundation of everything we do for our customers, our communities, and for each other,” said Jack Murphy, President and CEO of BankNewport. “Being recognized once again as one of the Best Places to Work in Rhode Island is incredibly meaningful because it reflects the voices of our employees and the culture we’ve intentionally built together.”

Final rankings were revealed during the 2026 Best Places to Work in Rhode Island Awards Ceremony held on June 11 at the Crowne Plaza and will be published in Providence Business News in June.

BankNewport’s recognition underscores its ongoing commitment to fostering a workplace grounded in collaboration, professional growth, community engagement, and service. As a mutual bank headquartered in Newport, BankNewport has proudly served Rhode Island families, businesses, and communities for more than 205 years.

About BankNewport:
Founded in 1819 and headquartered in Newport, BankNewport offers a full suite of loan and deposit products and services for families and businesses throughout Rhode Island. BankNewport is one of the oldest banks in the United States and, as a mutual organization, is committed to the financial success of its customers, employees, and the community for 206 years. BankNewport has nineteen branch locations, a community lending center in Central Falls, and a commercial lending office in Providence.

BankNewport is committed to supporting nonprofits with areas of impact focused on basic human needs, arts & culture, education success, and healthy lives, thriving communities.  BankNewport has awarded over $12 million in grants, sponsorships, and donations over the past ten years to a wide range of nonprofits to help strengthen and enrich lives and communities throughout Rhode Island. Financial education and community service performed by employees totals 10,000 hours annually. For more information, please visit www.BankNewport.com.