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Merrill Sherman
Chairman at
Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design
Net worth: 681 317 $ as of 31/05/2026
Profile
Merrill W.
Sherman is the founder of Bancorp Rhode Island, Inc., founded in 2000, serving as President, Chief Executive Officer & Director from 2011 to 2012.
Current jobs include Chairman-Governors Board at Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design; Director at The Providence Journal Co., Johnson & Wales University, Inc., Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council, Rhode Island Educational Building Corp.
(Rhode Island), Ocean State Media Group; Independent Director at Beacon Financial Corp.
starting in 2025; Trustee at Providence Foundation and The Preservation Society of Newport County since 2013; Member at Rhode Island Commodores.
Former jobs include President & Chief Executive Officer at Bank Rhode Island from 1996 to 2012; Chairman at Rhode Island School of Design and Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank; Director at Providence & Worcester Railroad Co., Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Beacon Bank & Trust; Independent Director at Brookline Bancorp, Inc.; Trustee at Crossroads Rhode Island from 2001 to 2004.
Education includes a doctorate from Johnson & Wales University, Inc., an undergraduate degree from Mount Holyoke College, and a graduate degree from the University of Denver.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
0.03% | 20/03/2026 | 23,421 ( 0.03% ) | 681 317 $ | 31/05/2026 |
Merrill Sherman active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
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The Providence Journal Co.
 The Providence Journal Co. Publishing: NewspapersConsumer Services Publishes newspapers and magazines | Director/Board Member | - |
Providence Foundation | Director/Board Member | - |
Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council
 Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council is a company based in Providence, RI. | Director/Board Member | - |
Rhode Island Commodores
 Rhode Island Commodores The Rhode Island Commodores is a company based in Providence, RI. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design
 Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design The Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design is based in Providence, RI. | Chairman | - |
The Preservation Society of Newport County
 The Preservation Society of Newport County Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Operates cultural organization and architectural heritage protects | Director/Board Member | 01/01/2013 |
Johnson & Wales University, Inc.
 Johnson & Wales University, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Director/Board Member | - |
Rhode Island Educational Building Corp. (Rhode Island)
 Rhode Island Educational Building Corp. (Rhode Island) General GovernmentGovernment Administration Of Public Health Programs | Director/Board Member | - |
Rhode Island PBS Foundation
 Rhode Island PBS Foundation BroadcastingConsumer Services Operates as a non-profit organization that owns radio stations | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of Merrill Sherman
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Training of Merrill Sherman
Experiences
Positions held
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Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
50
1st degree connections
20
1st degree companies
Male
Female
Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 20 |
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Providence & Worcester Railroad Co.
 Providence & Worcester Railroad Co. RailroadsTransportation Provides railroad transportation services | Transportation |
The Providence Journal Co.
The Providence Journal Co. Publishing: NewspapersConsumer Services Publishes newspapers and magazines | Consumer Services |
Brookline Bancorp, Inc.
 Brookline Bancorp, Inc. Savings BanksFinance Operates as a bank holding company whose subsidiary provides banking services | Finance |
Bancorp Rhode Island, Inc.
 Bancorp Rhode Island, Inc. Regional BanksFinance Operates as a bank holding company which provides banking services | Finance |
Johnson & Wales University, Inc.
Johnson & Wales University, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Mount Holyoke College
 Mount Holyoke College Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Rhode Island School of Design
 Rhode Island School of Design Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
University of Denver
 University of Denver Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Bank Rhode Island
 Bank Rhode Island Regional BanksFinance Operates as a state chartered commercial bank | Finance |
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
 Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island Managed Health CareHealth Services Provides health insurance and related plan services | Health Services |
Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council
Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council is a company based in Providence, RI. | |
Brookline Bank (Massachusetts)
 Brookline Bank (Massachusetts) Regional BanksFinance Operates as a state chartered commercial bank | Finance |
Rhode Island Educational Building Corp. (Rhode Island)
Rhode Island Educational Building Corp. (Rhode Island) General GovernmentGovernment Administration Of Public Health Programs | Government |
Providence Foundation | |
Crossroads Rhode Island
 Crossroads Rhode Island Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Operates as non-profit organization, which help homeless at-risk individuals and families secure stable homes | Health Services |
Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design
Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design The Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design is based in Providence, RI. | |
Rhode Island Commodores
Rhode Island Commodores The Rhode Island Commodores is a company based in Providence, RI. | |
The Preservation Society of Newport County
The Preservation Society of Newport County Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Operates cultural organization and architectural heritage protects | Consumer Services |
Rhode Island PBS Foundation
Rhode Island PBS Foundation BroadcastingConsumer Services Operates as a non-profit organization that owns radio stations | Consumer Services |
Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank | Government |
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