LAS VEGAS – In conjunction with its annual convention, the Nevada Bankers Association (NBA) welcomed its 2026-27 Board of Directors, led by incoming NBA Chairman Spencer Hafen, president and CEO of Nevada Bank & Trust.
“These exceptional banking leaders bring a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of Nevada’s financial landscape, and we’re proud to welcome them to our board of directors,” said NBA President and CEO Phyllis Gurgevich. “Their guidance, leadership and strategic insight will help strengthen Nevada’s banking industry while serving the financial needs of Nevadans through local expertise and strong community connections.”
The board’s officers include returning members Carolyn Crockett, president and chief credit officer of First Security Bank of Nevada, as chair-elect; Bill Paredes, managing director of commercial banking for Western Alliance Bank, as vice chair; Robert Sandhu, divisional president at First Security Bank, as treasurer; and Steve Borgna, executive vice president and senior credit administrator at Nevada State Bank, as secretary.
Directors include Matt Baca, senior vice president of commercial lending at Plumas Bank; Michael Woodfield, market executive at JPMorgan Chase; and Scott Johnson, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Valley Bank of Nevada. New directors joining the NBA board are Jason Naugle, president and CEO of Genubank, and James Clark, chief risk officer of Toyota Financial Savings Bank.
NBA’s immediate past chair is Ivan Ferraz, head of Nevada commercial banking at Wells Fargo.
About Nevada Bankers Association
NBA is the united voice of Nevada’s diverse banking industry. Members are dedicated to providing the best financial products, services and resources to drive and support economic growth, job creation and prosperity throughout the state of Nevada. For more information visit www.nvbankers.org.
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