RI President recognized for philanthropic commitment

PROVIDENCE, March 2, 2026 — Rhode Island President Will Tsonos will be recognized March 4 for his lifelong commitment to giving back to the Ocean State with an award that honors the philanthropic spirit embodied by the former owner of the Pawtucket Red Sox.

The Ben G. Mondor Award was established by the Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce to recognize a chamber member who, in addition to being a successful businessperson, epitomizes the phrase, “When a business does well, business does good.” Tsonos will receive the award at the chambers’ 35th Annual Celebration in Lincoln.

“Will leads with heart,” said Monika Zuluaga, President & CEO of the chamber. “His commitment to community service is both consistent and deeply sincere, driven by a passion for strengthening Rhode Island’s families, youth, businesses and future.” 

“He has championed a culture at the bank that values people and invests in their growth, while encouraging employees to give back to the communities they serve,” she said.

Born in Cumberland a longtime resident of Woonsocket, Tsonos has never lost sight of the communities that shaped him. His commitment to giving back is broad and personal, having supported numerous organizations and their boards, including: The Miriam Hospital Foundation; Boys & Girls Club of Cumberland-Lincoln; Rhode Island Commerce; United Way of Rhode Island; the City of Woonsocket Investment Board; Potter League for Animals; Amos House; Back to School of Rhode Island; and Read to Succeed. He is also a former Board Member, Ambassador, and Government Relations Chair for the Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce.

“When I was younger, I had the opportunity to work for the Pawtucket Red Sox and see firsthand how Ben Mondor made the organization a powerful force for good. Those lessons have stayed with me,” Will said. 

“Strong communities don’t happen by accident,” he said. “They’re built through long‑term commitment and shared responsibility. At Beacon Bank, we believe that lasting impact comes from showing up, staying involved and genuinely wanting to make a difference.”

About Beacon Bank 
Beacon Bank is a full-service, regional bank serving the Northeast and a subsidiary of Beacon Financial Corporation (NYSE: BBT). Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the bank has $24 billion in assets and more than 145 branches throughout New England and New York. The Company, through Beacon Bank, offers a full suite of tailored banking solutions including commercial, cash management, asset-based lending, retail, consumer and residential products and services. It also provides equipment financing through its Eastern Funding subsidiary, SBA lending through its 44 Business Capital division and private wealth services through Clarendon Private. To learn more, visit BeaconBank.com and follow Beacon on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 

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