Cut Your Own Lavender Event at Lavender Waves Farm in Wakefield

Congress Passes Legislation to Provide More Flexibility for PPP Loan Recipients

On June 3rd the Senate passed legislation (H.R. 7010) providing more flexibility to recipients of loans under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The legislation already passed the House and now just awaits President Trump’s signature. Under the PPP, loans that are used for certain eligible expenses during an applicable time period are eligible for forgiveness. Loan forgiveness may be reduced under certain circumstances if a loan recipient has a reduction in workforce or a reduction in workforce salary.

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RI Small Business Seminars and Training's for June 4, 2020 – June 21, 2020

Scaling Your Online Marketing: Using Tools, Analytics and Strategies to Grow WEBINAR | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMGetting Your Business Restarted WEBINAR | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMÉxito para pequeños negocios (SSB) (Taller de 3 Noches) Junio 9-11 WEBINAR | 4:30 PMGetting Your Business Restarted WEBINAR | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMReaching Your Customers in a Post-Pandemic World WEBINAR | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PMGetting Your Business Restarted WEBINAR | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMOn-Line Government Contracting TrainingHow it works:

Entering Phase II

A Message from Providence Mayor Jorge O. Elorza: June 1st marks the first day of Phase II, and on the local level, we are doing everything possible to reimagine the Providence experience while continuing to protect public health. Through my latest executive order effective today, all Providence businesses can open to the public following with the latest guidelines issued by the Governor. Outdoor ambient music is allowed until 10PM during the week and 11PM on weekends at establishments with outdoor dining

Susan Leach DeBlasio Receives Judge Florence K. Murray Award

Susan Leach DeBlasio, Senior Counsel at Adler Pollock & Sheehan, has received the prestigious Associate Justice Florence K. Murray Award from the Rhode Island Bar Association.  This esteemed award is presented to an attorney or jurist who has shared his or her legal talents and time to influence women to pursue legal careers, opened doors for women attorneys, or advanced opportunities for women within the legal profession, and has been a recognized mentor for women in every sense of the word. The award is

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Expanded Testing Site Available at Thundermist Health Center of Woonsocket

An expanded testing site at Thundermist Health Center (450 Clinton Street, Woonsocket) will increase the availability of COVID-19 testing in the City of Woonsocket. The site has drive-through and walk-up access and the availability to test up to 170 people per day.  You do not need to be a patient of Thundermist Health Center. You must have an appointment.   Thundermist President/CEO Jeanne LaChance stated, “Thundermist is proud to expand testing to our Woonsocket neighbors in a safe environment. Our

Taste of the Bay 2020: Fundraiser to Support Local Food and Beverage Businesses

Save The Bay has transformed its annual Taste of The Bay event into a fundraiser supporting local food and beverage businesses. The ticket proceeds will be evenly distributed among the event’s loyal vendors, all of whom have regularly donated to the fundraiser in the past and who are now being impacted by the ongoing pandemic.  Whether you enjoy attending Taste of The Bay or want to support local business, you're invited to purchase a ticket ($25), or make another donation, at www.savebay.org/taste by June

Pranzi Catering, Tents & Events: Micro Weddings and More!

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Play Every Day w/PCM @ Home

 PCM @ Home PCM might be closed, but check out our social media accounts for virtual programming! Scribble Bots  Build a robot that wiggles and scribbles!Styrofoam Bots  Use easy to find materials to build a no tech robot.When the Shadbush Blooms  Our friends at Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology at Brown University join us this Fiction Friday!  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Solstice Raffle @ PCM  PCM is holding a Summer Solstice Raffle. There are only 100 tickets sold with the option of

Open Fast, Open Slow, Wait, Reinvent or Close? Which is Right for Your Small Business?

  Open Fast, Open Slow, Wait, Reinvent or Close?  Which is Right for Your Small Business? For small businesses forced to shutter or cut back during this crisis, the next step forward may not be clear. Jumping in with both feet right now may not be the best choice. You have options to consider and need to think carefully about how to evaluate those options. This important first step will define your path forward from here on.   This ReStart RI workshop for Rhode Island and South

Sprout CoWorking Plans Third Expansion

Sprout CoWorking is pleased to announce a 25% expansion to their current footprint this spring. This new space extends the existing Sprout office, meeting and event area on the Rising Sun Mills campus on Valley Street. The newly renovated space adds five private offices and a large meeting/training room with free secure off-street parking, 9-5 staff and other on-site amenities. This is Sprout’s third expansion since opening in 2016. The company doubled its space in early 2018 to include more work areas as

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ABC6: Indoor Dining Guidelines Laid Out as Restaurants Prepare for Phase 2

As published on ABC6.com on May 28, 2020: As the state looks to reopen a wider range of businesses on Monday, guidelines for indoor dining were posted on the Reopening RI website Thursday night. Masks are mandatory for guests and staff. Diners would be able to remove the masks when seated and their tables, but would have to wear them when moving through the restaurant, or in a common area such as a restroom. The full set of guidelines, along with guidelines for other businesses set to open in Phase 2,

WPRI: Twin River Casinos to Open June 8 by Invitation Only

As published on wpri.com on May 29, 2020: Twin River’s two casinos in Rhode Island will be open by invitation only starting June 8, the R.I. Department of Revenue announced Friday. “We are incredibly excited to welcome back our guests to both of our Rhode Island casinos and to do so in a safe manner,” Twin River Executive Vice President Marc Crisafulli said. The reopening will be limited to select Twin River Rewards Club members and one guest of their choice.Continue reading...

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PAY IT FORWARD - A Way to Say Thank You from Pranzi

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Give this Filet & Lobster 3-Course a Look @ Flemings

       ORDER CARRY OUTFIND A LOCATIONORDER CATERING         *Excludes tax, gratuity, cocktails and wine. Pricing, product and participation may vary due to local selections. Fleming’s abides by all local and state liquor laws. This email address is not monitored. If you need further assistance, please contact us by completing this web form.    

University College RWU Online Personal and Professional Development for Summer

 Mediation - University College RWUThis course is available 100% online and students will be expected to participate in class meetings and discussions in ZOOM. This 32-hour course will provide students with skills and techniques such as active listening, reframing, brainstorming, handling power imbalances, and dealing with impasse; all of which are skills needed to engage parties to talk with one another.  Although these skills may have been learned in other venues, the umbrella of mediation offers a

RI Small Business Seminars and Training's for May 25, 2020 – June 5, 2020

CEP Business Planning (12 sessions) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM or 5:30 PM - 8:30 PMSocial Media Marketing in the Time of Covid-19 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMFundamentals of Indirect Rates 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMSEO Basics and Google My Business 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMGetting Your Business Restarted 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMPutting the CMMC in Terms Everyone Can Understand 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMGetting Your Business Restarted 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

RI Restaurant Reopening - Phase 1

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Updated Paycheck Protection Program Information

Updated Paycheck Protection Program Information As of May 16, 2020, 4,341,145 PPP loans have been approved nationwide totaling $513,271,137,359 from 5,496 lenders. Here in Rhode Island, 15,857 Rhode Island small businesses have been approved for PPP loans totaling $1,857,053,019.PPP funds are still available to small business in need. For information on participating lenders or how to apply contact RhodeIsland_DO@sba.gov. For more information about PPP lending numbers and information click the link

Dressed to a Tee...Chamber Launches T-Shirt Fundraiser to Support Local Covid-19 Response Fund

T-Shirts and Face Masks are On-Sale Now through May 26 with Proceeds Helping Local Residents and Businesses  In an effort to ease the economic and emotional burden felt by the onset of the COVID-19 crisis, the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce has launched a t-shirt fundraising campaign to support the local COVID-19 Response Fund created by United Way of Rhode Island and The Rhode Island Foundation.  T-shirts, along with face masks, can be purchased online at

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Delta Dental of RI Provides $1M in Support to Local Dental Offices

Delta Dental of Rhode Island provides $1 million in financial support to its Rhode Island participating dental offices   As dental offices across Rhode Island prepare to re-open their offices to patients for non-emergency services in accordance with the State’s guidelines, Delta Dental of Rhode Island has announced that it is providing $1 million in financial support to help participating dental practices meet the unforeseen expense of acquiring personal protective equipment (PPE). The amount of support

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SkillsRI COVID-19 Innovation Challenge

Skills For Rhode Island's Future (SkillsRI) has launched an entirely reimagined PrepareRI summer internship program to give high school students across Rhode Island a real-world view into the evolving work landscape. The program, called the COVID-19 Innovation Challenge, is a virtual internship that will challenge interns to form their own student-run corporations, collaborate with remote teams and think critically to build viable solutions that will address the real-world challenges companies and

Ellie's Grand (Re)Opening!

  Almost exactly one year ago we opened the doors to Ellie's at 225 Weybosset Street for the very first time. Today we're overjoyed to inform you of Ellie's grand (re)opening, which will involve a gradual return to service beginning with pre-order breakfast, lunch, and dinner takeaway starting on Wednesday, May 20th!  Here's how it works:Breakfast and lunch can be enjoyed Wednesday–Saturday from 9am to 2pm for same-day pre-order and pick up, while dinner is being offered Thursday–Saturday for pick

SBA/Treasury Loan Forgiveness for PPP

LOAN FORGIVENESS APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR BORROWERS To apply for forgiveness of your Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, you (the Borrower) must complete this application as directed in these instructions, and submit it to your Lender (or the Lender that is servicing your loan). Borrowers may also complete this application electronically through their Lender. This application has the following components: (1) the PPP Loan Forgiveness Calculation Form; (2) PPP Schedule A; (3) the PPP Schedule A

(Reopening RI Plan – Phase 1) Restaurant Outdoor Dining Sidewalk Seating & Roadway Parking Permit Application

Reopening RI - Phase 1 guidelines for Restaurants allows restaurants to begin limited outdoor dining, subject to applicable municipal approval(s). All indoor dining areas and seating must remain closed to customers.   In conjunction with these guidelines, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has established a process by which restaurants may apply for and obtain a permit to: 1) use a “sidewalk” (the area outside the paved portion of the state roadway right-of-way designated for vehicular

Getting to a New Normal for Our Kids

A Message from Governor Gina Raimondo:This crisis has been tough for all of us, but it's been especially hard for our kids. I'm proud of the way they've adapted to our new circumstances and made distance learning a success, but there's no sugarcoating the fact that they've had to miss out on important milestones and time with friends. Technology is amazing, but it can’t completely replace the value of in-person interactions and collaboration.  Today, I want to talk about how we can preserve some of

Social Enterprise Greenhouse Launches COVID-19 Response Incubator

New Incubator program seeks social entrepreneurs with ideas for addressing challenges arising from the COVID-19 pandemic   Social Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG) announces the launch of its new COVID-19 Response Incubator, a seven-week virtual incubator targeting the social and public health challenges that have emerged as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. The Incubator will focus on identifying needs, developing and assessing the feasibility of solutions, and launching and testing pilots. It offers social

F.L.Putnam Investment Management Company Hires RI Wealth Exec. Peter Miniati as Private Client Advisor

F.L.Putnam Investment Management Company today announced that Peter Miniati, CFP®, JD has joined the firm as a Private Client Advisor in the firm’s Providence office. Mr. Miniati expands F.L.Putnam’s local team to eight professionals.   “Peter brings an extensive background in sophisticated financial planning and an exceptional reputation for managing integrated wealth plans for high-net-worth families and institutions,” said Tom Fay, Regional President at F.L.Putnam. “He is an accomplished leader with

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SBA Express Loan Amount Increased, Veteran Fees Dropped

SBA Express Loan Amount Increased, Veteran Fees Dropped The SBA Express loan maximum has been temporarily increased to $1 million through December 31, 2020. Using a simplified application and quick decision process, SBA Express authorized  lenders can make the credit decision for the SBA. These can be term loans or revolving lines of credit. And there's great news for Veterans – As a result of a CARES Act amendment to the Small Business Act, all SBA Express loans to veteran-owned small businesses approved

NEW! Easy Backyard BBQs & Cookouts with Party in a Box Kits!

 Backyard entertaining is fun & easy with our new curbside pickup Party in a Box Kits Please order at least 24 hours aheadCall: 401-831-9221 or Email: chefmark@fireworkscatering.net Credit Card or Venmo payment accepted. When you call or email to place your order, you will be given a pick up time. When you arrive at Fire Works Catering, at 840 Allens Ave in Providence, your order will be waiting for you on our table under our tent. All American Cookout Kit4oz Burgers, All Beef Hotdogs and BBQ Chicken

Support for Small Business

A Message from Governor Gina Raimondo:We've asked a lot of Rhode Island's small businesses over the last two months, and I am eternally grateful for the way that they have protected the health of their fellow Rhode Islanders at great personal sacrifice. I’m proud that we’ve been able to help almost 300 small business through our business helpline, but I also know we need to do more to ensure that every small business has the tools it needs to adapt to the realities of COVID-19. Today, I’m announcing that

ReThinkPVD Small Businesses

A Message from Providence Mayor Jorge O. ElorzaThough the impacts of COVID-19 on our City’s economy have been drastic, we have always come together to repair, rebuild and reemerge stronger when faced with incredible challenges. This time is no different, and the resiliency of our community will be on full display as we rethink how our business community will operate once restrictions begin to be lifted.We are now re-imagining what outdoor experiences may look like during and after COVID-19. As part of this

Reopening Restaurants for Outdoor Dining

A Message from Governor Gina Raimondo:  I hope that you are safe and well, and that you enjoyed the first weekend after I lifted Rhode Island's sat at home order. I’m proud that over the weekend we were able to start to reopen non-critical retail with capacity restrictions. I know a lot of folks are anxious to hear what’s next for restaurants, and I have good news to share on that front. Today, I want to tell you about how restaurants will be able to safely reopen for outdoor dining as soon as next

Virtual Music Benefit for Rhode Island's Restaurant Employees

Leading Rhode Island artists and DJs will perform on the Rooftop, live streaming a range of musical styles from acoustic-pop, to reggae and rock, to electric drum, and dance party hits. Artists will perform individually, practicing strict social distancing with enhanced cleaning and sanitization protocols between each act.   Performance Times*   4:00pm Briana White  4:45pm Dudemanbro  5:30pm 19th Nervous Breakdown  6:15pm Drummer Timmy J  7:00pm DJ Justin Dupont  8:00pm DJ Jackie Treehorn 9:00pm

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Bryant University and Rhode Island Foundation partner for virtual panel series, “Pandemic Economics: What does it mean for Rhode Island?”

Bryant University and the Rhode Island Foundation are partnering on a series of moderated Zoom panel discussions with leaders and policy makers to help Rhode Islanders understand the economic impact of COVID-19 and how the state can move forward toward recovery and growth for all. To follow are details on each event and distinguished panelists for “Pandemic Economics: What does it mean for Rhode Island?” The events are free and open to the public, but registration is required. Register here. A Time for

JobsInRI Virtual RI Career Fair!

JobsInRI is proud to present the Virtual RI Career Fair!For more than 20 years, JobsInRI.com has provided job seekers with real, local, quality jobs online — and our successful Career Fairs have brought seekers face-to-face with recruiters from some of the best companies in Rhode Island. Now, in support of social distancing, we've taken Career Fairs online!Virtual RI Career Fairs allow job seekers to hear from and virtually meet with employers in a webinar format. Each hour, exhibiting employers present an

University Club Chef Gary Comella Serves Up Pro Tips for Making Chicken Parmesan

Thank you for this blog contribution from one of the Chamber's newest members: Michelle McCue, President, McCue Public Relations It’s time to shake up your cooking repertoire! Chamber member Chef Gary Comella of the University Club in Providence shares his secrets for great Chicken Parmesan on today’s episode 41 of GPCC TV. (Psst… this is the most requested dish at the University Club, even though it’s not on the menu.)   Why watch? It’s an easy, impressive dish that you can make at home with basic

Lifespan Resumes Elective Surgical Procedures

Access is expanded with new health and safety protocols in place during coronavirus  Following a decline in patients hospitalized with COVID-19 infections, today Lifespan announced plans to lift restrictions on scheduling elective surgical procedures that were closed due to the coronavirus outbreak in Rhode Island.  Lifespan is now offering access to a limited number of semi-urgent procedures for patients on a case-by-case basis.    In preparation for a potential surge of patients with COVID-19

Phase 1 of Reopening Starts May 9th. Here's What Does (and doesn't!) Change.

A Message from Governor Gina Raimondo:Because of the amazing work that you and other Rhode Islanders have done to limit the spread of COVID-19, we're ready to test the waters of reopening. To be clear, life next week won't look that much different than it does right now. We are going to reopen our economy slowly and cautiously to defend against any further outbreaks. Even when the stay at home order lifts, we should still be staying close to home.  Today, I want to give you an overview of

Inspiring Minds is Recruiting Volunteers for Summer and Fall to Empower Students to Succeed

There are two programs up to address current needs:   Students still need socialization and trusted relationships.  They are experiencing loss and grief.  Our Pen Pals program maintains and enhances our volunteer's relationships with youth.  47 of our volunteers are exchanging letters weekly with 87 students.     Not every student has what they need to succeed. Our Book Bag Delivery program has volunteers delivering bookbags, materials, and resources to students and families' homes.  This summer, we'll

Delta Dental of Rhode Island Launches ‘Share a Smile’ Campaign to Spread Positivity and Support Local Restaurants

When we think about what makes us smile, a meal with family and friends at one of Rhode Island’s great local restaurants often tops the list. And while COVID-19 prevents us from doing that right now, Delta Dental of Rhode Island has launched a new way to support your favorite local restaurant and treat yourself and your family to something delicious. The company’s new #Share a Smile campaign asks Rhode Islanders to share the names of restaurants that make them smile for a chance to win a $50 gift card to

Here's How We're Going to Reach 10,000 COVID-19 Tests a Day

A Message from Governor Gina Raimondo:One of the most important factors in thinking about whether it’s safe to reopen is our testing capacity. We need to be confident that we can provide rapid, accurate, and widely available testing.  Rhode Island has been a leader in testing: We continue to have the highest rate of testing in the country. We were one of the first states to establish drive-through testing sites, one of the first states to deploy rapid testing machines, and the very first state to partner

Paycheck Protection Program Loan Money Still Available!

 Paycheck Protection Program Loan Money Still Available As of May 1, 2020 6,822 Rhode Island small businesses have been approved for $550,410,679 in second round of PPP funding.  In total, 14,554 Rhode Island small businesses will benefit from $1,886,188,480 to date from PPP loans.  There is still loan money available to help small businesses through the Paycheck Protection Program.  The process is smooth and easy and funding can be moved quickly.  Click Here to find a qualified lender. If

Nonprofits Receive $1.4 Million in New COVID-19 Aid

Fifty-one nonprofit organizations across Rhode Island will share $1.4 million in grants from a special fund created by the Rhode Island Foundation and the United Way of Rhode Island in response to the COVID-19 crisis.  AccessPoint RI, AIDS Care Ocean State, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence, Project Undercover and the Rhode Island Minority Elder Task Forceare among the nonprofits that were awarded grants from the COVID-19 Response Fund. The grants ranged from $10,000 to $75,000. (The full list of

A New Executive Order to Keep Rhode Islanders Safe

A Message from Governor Gina Raimondo:If you've been watching our press conferences or reading my emails, you know that I'm laser-focused on getting Rhode Island back to work safely. But going back to work doesn’t mean going back to normal. We are going to have to continue to take precautions to keep ourselves and our fellow Rhode Islanders safe. With that in mind, I have signed an executive order directing everyone in a public place – whether indoors or outdoors – to wear a cloth face covering. To stay up

Staying Active While Staying Home with The Rhode Show

Hello Friends and Family of Elite Physical Therapy, All of us are thinking of you and hope this message finds you safe and healthy.  We are checking in to remind you to keep yourself moving during these extraordinary times. We also want to share our recent feature on the Rhode Show about the importance of staying active while at home. As always, please do not hesitate to call us if you need our help. Know that if you are suffering from aches and pains, we are here for

Here's a Look at How Business Can Start to Reopen Next Week

A Message from Governor Gina Raimondo:As we get closer to starting to reopen Rhode Island, I want everyone to be prepared for what’s next. Phase 1 is testing the waters, and things won't look or feel much different than they do now. Our lives aren't going to change overnight. While we won’t be required to stay at home, we should still stay close to home as we slowly get back to work. Today I want to talk about some of the changes we're going to see once the stay at home order is lifted.  To stay up to

Community Events and Inspiration via Sprout CoWorking

We hope you enjoy this list of news and remote resources. Feel free to email us if you have any resource, online event or news you'd like Sprout CoWorking to share in the next list.Both of our Providence and Warren locations will continue to maintain limited staff hours this week. Please call or email contact@sproutcoworking.com with any questions about scheduling or availability. Community NewsOn Tuesday May 5th the U.S. Small Business Administration will host an open Q&A session with Wendell Davis, SBA

Gov. Raimondo Announces $10 Million Small Business Loan Fund with Goldman Sachs, Community Reinvestment Fund

Governor Gina M. Raimondo announced today that Goldman Sachs has committed $10 million for loans for small businesses in Rhode Island through a partnership with Rhode Island Commerce Corporation and with Community Reinvestment Fund ("CRF"), the largest non-profit, non-bank SBA 7(a) lender in the country. Applications are currently being accepted and can be found by visiting www.commerceri.com. 96% of all businesses in Rhode Island are small businesses, and Rhode Island will continue to deliver resources

Understanding RI and Federal Paid Leave and Unemployment Insurance

From The Economic Progress Institute:  Congress passed federal sick and paid leave laws and expansions to unemployment insurance in late March to help individuals and families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Rhode Island already has several protections in place for Rhode Islanders who need paid time off from work to care for themselves or a loved one. The state also already offered unemployment insurance. The new federal laws are meant to work in conjunction with current state benefits and

Multi-Media Company Steer LLC Teams with Family Service of Rhode Island to Deliver Supplies

Multi-Media Company Steer LLC Teams with Family Service of Rhode Island to Deliver Supplies   PROVIDENCE, RI, April 8, 2020--Steer LLC, a Providence-based multi-media company, has teamed with Family Service of Rhode Island’s BE SAFE campaign to deliver disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizers and other items to help the state’s low-income residents “be safe” from COVID-19.   Steer LLC has donated use of a van and a driver to deliver “BE SAFE kits” to the doorsteps of needy children, seniors,

Providence Journal Invites RI Businesses to Join Free Online Directory

From The Providence Journal:  With the outbreak of COVID-19, we are recognizing that our residents, visitors and businesses are struggling with many aspects of life and business that we used to take for granted. We at Gannett, as Providence Journal and Newport Daily News are here for all of you. Sharing information is key to getting all of us through this current situation and we are in a unique position to help our community with this information sharing. We are still delivering the Providence Journal

BankFive Promotes Three Banking Veterans, Two to Executive Management Positions

BankFive announced has announced the promotion of three seasoned banking executives, including two to executive management positions.Catherine Dillon has been promoted to Executive Vice President/Director of Marketing Sales and Business Development. She previously was Senior Vice President. Dillon works out of BankFive’s headquarters in Fall River, Mass. She has been with the Bank for five years. Her responsibilities include overseeing consumer deposits, retail branches, customer contact center, as well