Philip Potamitis is the Nevada Market Head where he assists in the coordination of efforts across the Nevada market and supports Commercial Banking, Business Banking, Market Banking, Commercial Real Estate, Commercial and Industrial Banking, and leading the bank’s Gaming division, while maintaining tight connections to bank executive management.
Philip has been a leader in the Nevada market and the Senior Managing Director of gaming division for the past six years at Western Alliance Bank. Philip has nearly 29 years of banking experience in various industries including hospitality, manufacturing, healthcare and gaming. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Denver and his Master of Business Administration from Loyola Marymount University.
In his free time, Mr. Potamitis enjoys watching the Vegas Golden Knights and playing tennis.
First Independent Bank
First Independent Bank, a division of Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, delivers relationship banking that puts clients at the center of everything. Founded in 1999, First Independent Bank offers a full spectrum of tailored commercial banking solutions delivered with outstanding service. With offices in Reno, Sparks, Carson City and Fallon, First Independent Bank is part of Western Alliance Bancorporation, which has more than $80 billion in assets. Major accolades include being ranked as a top U.S. bank in 2024 by American Banker and Bank Director. As a regional bank with significant national capabilities, First Independent Bank delivers the reach, resources and local market expertise that make a difference for customers.
