Riley Gaffney

Background

Job Description

I am a Commercial Banking Relationship Manager at Columbia Bank. In my daily work I connect with business owners to grow and develop their organizations by utilizing our financial products. I work with companies across industries such as Manufacturing, Distributing, Construction, Technology, and Professional Services.

Company Description

We are the largest bank headquartered in the Northwest and a leading western U.S. financial institution, with over $50 billion in assets and more than 300 locations in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah and Colorado. In addition to retail banking, Umpqua also offers comprehensive business banking and commercial finance services.

Employment History

January 2022 to Current: Umpqua Bank | SVP, Relationship Manager Commercial Banking 2018 to 2021: WaFd Bank | VP, Relationship Manager Commercial Banking 2015 to 2018: KeyBank | AVP, Commercial Banking 2014 to 2015: HomeStreet Bank | Production Analyst 2013: HomeStreet Bank | CRE

Education

MBA and BABA, Finance at Seattle University

Mentoring Objectives & Scope

My goal is to help students in their search for careers and information within fields such as financial services, banking, sales, and client management. Sample topics from mentor programs I have participated in include career development, building a network, informational interviews, and leveraging your experience/curriculum in your career. I completed both of my degrees at SU so I have a experience for both undergad/grad students and I am happy to tailor the mentor experience to other areas where the students would like to focus.

When and where do you hold meetings with your students?

A mix of in-person and virtual meetings. In person meetings are easiest for me to attend downtown Seattle or near campus on weekday afternoons. I am available on most weekdays during business hours for virtual calls.