When it comes to financial institutions, choosing where to entrust your money involves more than just convenience. Understanding why it matters who you bank with can unlock a wealth of benefits and insights into your financial journey. In this Q&A article, Raine Shortridge, Senior Vice President and Professional Banking Manager at Nevada State Bank, sheds light on the crucial role knowledge and community engagement play in meaningful banking relationships.
Raine Shortridge
Senior Vice President, Professional Banking Manager
Nevada State Bank
With nearly three decades of banking experience, native Nevadan Raine Shortridge leads Nevada State Bank’s professional banking team, which specializes in delivering a higher level of financial support to executives and professionals and their families, facilitating their access to financing, banking, and portfolio management. He also helps clients navigate complicated financial decisions and transactions and designs banking plans structured to meet clients’ unique needs.
Tell us about the services you offer.
Nevada State Bank is a full-service bank that offers personal lending, saving, and wealth management to a variety of consumer, private, and business needs, including wealth management. We believe in customizing your products and services to best suit you through our robust statewide branch network. Our one-on-one Relationship Banking philosophy helps us stand apart by offering a dedicated Relationship Manager to each of our clients.
Why did you personally get into banking?
I started as a part-time teller in high school at a local bank that just happened to be located right across the street from my school. I was able to stay in banking throughout high school and college since the role provided great flexibility and growth opportunities. The idea of banking and finance always intrigued me, so it ended up being a natural fit.
Why do you enjoy working at Nevada State Bank?
I really enjoy the culture, especially the relationships I have built with colleagues and being active in our community. Banking can be a challenging industry, so I’m always learning and mentoring. I have bonded with my colleagues and appreciate the collaboration. As a team, we develop strategies and solutions for our clients’ unique, and sometimes complex, financial situations; doing so with tenured colleagues who I enjoy working with is extremely rewarding.
What can you share about your community involvement?
Nevada State Bank colleagues regularly volunteer and have been helping to make Nevada a better place to live for more than 60 years. My team and I support our community as much as possible, both personally and as an organization. I especially enjoy helping underprivileged people achieve their goals and succeed. I was a long-time board member of the Boys and Girls Club, primarily because I was a club kid myself. I am also on the Access to Justice Committee that provides legal services to those who may not otherwise be able to afford it. It feels great to give back to the community that I live in and would recommend everyone find something that they are passionate about and get involved.
What are your top three banking tips?
1) Always plan for your future. To do so, you should have a budget, a personal banker or relationship manager, and regardless of where you are financially, a wealth management advisor.
2) Know who the experts are and surround yourself with the most knowledgeable people possible.
3) Don’t guess when it comes to your finances.
*Nevada State Bank is a division of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. Member FDIC. The content in this article is for general information only and is not intended to offer specific advice. No one involved in its creation is liable for any consequences arising from its use. For personalized guidance, please consult with a qualified professional.