Name: Laurel Bowerman Title: Vice President Company: The Washington Trust Company Location: Providence, RI Birthplace: Providence, RI Family: Two daughters, Julie and Kim College: University of Rhode Island First job unrelated to your current field: Worked for American Historical Association in Washington D.C. First job in current field: Citizens Bank What your firm does now and its plans for the future? Commercial financing growth throughout New England Hobbies: Golf, tennis, skiing, running and travel Favorite novel: "Behind the Beautiful Forevers" by Katherine Boo Favorite film: "Life is Beautiful" Keys to success: Positive attitude Person you admire most (outside of family): Day-to-day unsung heroes and teachers If you had to choose a different profession, what would it be? Pediatrician