BankFive's Medeiros, YMCA's Coppolino and Others Honored at PBN's 2026 C-Suite Awards

Twelve executives recognized for their leadership and contributions to Rhode Island businesses and organizations.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:30pm

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A minimalist studio photograph featuring a polished metal trophy, a stack of business documents, and a pen arranged on a clean, white background, symbolizing corporate achievement and leadership.The C-Suite Awards honor Rhode Island's top executives for their strategic vision, financial acumen, and positive impact on their organizations and communities.Providence Today

Providence Business News honored 12 Rhode Island executives at its annual C-Suite Awards program, including Paul Medeiros of BankFive as the 2026 Career Achiever and Marc Coppolino of the Greater Providence YMCA as the 2026 Rising Star. The event recognized the honorees' leadership, financial management, and contributions to their organizations and the local community.

Why it matters

The C-Suite Awards highlight the top executives in Rhode Island who are driving innovation, growth, and positive impact within their companies and industries. By recognizing these leaders, the program showcases the talent and expertise that is shaping the state's business landscape.

The details

The C-Suite Awards ceremony was held at the Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, with approximately 170 people in attendance. Medeiros was recognized for his work in growing BankFive's commercial lending team and expanding the bank's reach into new markets. Coppolino was honored for his financial turnaround of the Greater Providence YMCA, implementing cost-saving measures and improving facility operations. Other honorees included executives from organizations such as Rhode Island Energy, Navigant Credit Union, Centreville Bank, and the United Way of Rhode Island.

  • The C-Suite Awards ceremony took place on April 17, 2026.
  • A special section highlighting the honorees will be published in PBN's April 24-May 7 print and digital editions.

The players

Paul Medeiros

Executive vice president and director of commercial lending for BankFive.

Marc Coppolino

Chief financial officer at the Greater Providence YMCA.

Providence Business News (PBN)

The local business publication that hosts the annual C-Suite Awards program.

Greater Providence YMCA

The local YMCA organization that Coppolino helped turnaround financially and operationally.

BankFive

The regional bank where Medeiros serves as a top executive.

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What’s next

A special section highlighting each of the 2026 C-Suite Awards honorees will be published in Providence Business News' April 24-May 7 print and digital editions.

The takeaway

The C-Suite Awards showcase the exceptional leadership and contributions of top executives in Rhode Island, underscoring the talent and expertise driving innovation and growth across the state's diverse business community.