Elizabeth Tanner (Liz Tanner)

Elizabeth M. Tanner, Esq. Elizabeth M. has a account Director, Dept. of Business Regulation- State Rhode Island Bristol, Rhode Island 500+ connections Contact info State of Rhode Island Harvard Kennedy School About Elizabeth Tanner was appointed Director of the Department of Business Regulation in November 2017 under Governor Gina Raimondo. She oversees the regulations and enforcement of all Financial Services, the divisions of the State Fire Marshal’s office (including the Bomb Squad), State Building Office, Office of Cannabis Regulation, Gaming and Athletics and a wide variety of professional licenses. She serves on the board of Rhode Island Housing and is believed to be the only female Boxing Commissioner in the United States. Known as a problem solver and a fierce advocate for governmental efficiency, Liz is well recognized for her efforts to make it easier to do business in Rhode Island. Liz began her governmental career in 2015 with the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation where she worked closely with small businesses. She was known for listening to and working with businesses to resolve their concerns which she heard while attending hundreds of events and meetings focused on their needs. Prior to civic duty, Liz owned and operated her own law firm focused on real estate and corporate law. She was also a part owner of a title clearing business which was acquired by its national competitor and served as an auditor and trainer in the title insurance industry while she raised her two children. A graduate of the University of Rhode Island and Western New England University Law School, Liz has also received training from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. Liz resides in Bristol with her husband, where she is proud each year to join in the celebrations for the United States’ oldest 4th of July celebration. Activity See all 1,934 followers No alt text provided for this image Proud to announce receiving the State Scoop 50 Award for State Leadership celebrating public sector principals helping government implement new technologies, strategies and IT programs. https://lnkd.in/gPVPdJ6 Elizabeth M. shared this 71 Reactions 28 Comments No alt text provided for this image Very cool. Elizabeth M. shared this 15 Reactions 1 Comment No alt text provided for this image I promise I will come visit! I do have my own residency! Elizabeth M. commented No alt text provided for this image The Future of Money, Governance, and the Law - GBA Global Elizabeth M. shared this 5 Reactions 1 Comment Experience State of Rhode Island Director, Department of Business Regulation Company NameState of Rhode Island Dates EmployedNov 2017 – Present Employment Duration2 yrs 10 mos LocationProvidence, Rhode Island Area Rhode Island Commerce Executive Vice President Client Services Company NameRhode Island Commerce Dates EmployedMay 2015 – Nov 2017 Employment Duration2 yrs 7 mos Commerce RI's mission is to work with public, private and non-profit partners to create the conditions for businesses in all sectors to thrive and to improve the quality of life for our citizens by promoting the State's long-term economic health and prosperity. reQuire Business Development Company NamereQuire Dates EmployedSep 2014 – May 2015 Employment Duration9 mos Final Trac has been acquired by reQuire! We are pleased to work together to be the industry leader in release tracking and clearing title. Tanner Law, Ltd. Attorney Company NameTanner Law, Ltd. Dates EmployedOct 2005 – May 2015 Employment Duration9 yrs 8 mos Final Trac, LLC Executive Vice President and part owner Company NameFinal Trac, LLC Dates EmployedMay 2010 – Sep 2014 Employment Duration4 yrs 5 mos We are Title Clearing Experts! LandAmerica Financial Group Quality Assurance Representative Company NameLandAmerica Financial Group Dates Employed1997 – 2005 Employment Duration8 yrs Show fewer experiences Education Harvard Kennedy School Harvard Kennedy School Degree NameCertificationField Of StudyStrategic Management of Regulatory & Enforcement Agencies Dates attended or expected graduation2019 – 2019 Disney Institute Disney Institute Degree NameQuality Customer Service Training Dates attended or expected graduation2019 – 2019 Western New England College School of Law Western New England College School of Law Degree NameJ.D. Dates attended or expected graduation1994 – 1997 University of Rhode Island University of Rhode Island Degree NameB.A.Field Of StudyPolitical Science Dates attended or expected graduation1989 – 1993