Riley Gaffney

Background

Job Description

As a Commercial Banking Relationship Manager, I provide financial solutions to middle market businesses throughout Puget Sound. I work with companies across industries such as Manufacturing, Distributing, Construction, Technology, and Professional Services.

Company Description

US Bank is headquartered in Minnesota, providing a wide range of banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services to individuals, businesses, and other institutions. It is the fifth-largest commercial bank in the United States by assets. The bank operates over 2,200 branches across 26 states

Employment History

2025 to Current: US Bank | SVP, Relationship Manager, Institutional Client Group
2022 to 2025: 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 to 2014: 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 undergrad/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.