Governor McKee Nominates Will Tsonos to Chair Rhode Island Life Science Hub

Published on Monday, March 16, 2026

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee nominated William Tsonos to serve as the chair of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub.

“Rhode Island is building momentum in the life science sector, and I believe Will is well-positioned to take it to the next level,” said Governor Dan McKee. “His leadership and business acumen will support the Life Science Hub’s mission to attract innovative technologies and bolster economic development in this critical industry.”

Tsonos has more than 30 years of banking experience and currently serves as the president of Beacon Bank (formerly BankRI), where he manages $3.5 billion in assets and more than 200 employees. He previously worked as BankRI’s director of commercial banking and oversaw the bank’s commercial loan portfolio, commercial deposits, cash management department, as well as the Business Banking sales and underwriting teams.

In May 2024, Tsonos was nominated by Governor McKee to serve on the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation’s Board of Directors, where he currently serves. He is also an active member of the Woonsocket Investment Committee and the treasurer of The Miriam Hospital Foundation. Tsonos is a Bryant University graduate with a degree in business administration.

“It is a pleasure to be nominated and continue to serve Rhode Island as the chair of the Life Science Hub,” said Tsonos. “I look forward to working with fellow board members, the Hub’s staff, and Governor McKee to continue to bring well-paying jobs to the State.”

Tsonos’ name will be submitted to the Rhode Island Senate for advice and consent.