Arika Lobe

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Arika Lobe joined WestRiver Group in January 2015 in Finance and Operations. From January 2021 to April 2022, Arika worked at Silicon Valley Bank, following the acquisition of WestRiver Group’s debt platform. Today at WRG, Arika’s primary responsibilities include managing the finance team, financial reporting, cash flow management and oversight of audit engagements. Prior to WRG, Arika worked at Moss Adams LLP in Seattle from 2012 to 2015 as an auditor. At Moss Adams she had the opportunity to work with clients in a variety of industries including Financial Services, Construction, Manufacturing and others. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Accounting from Washington State University in 2011, and her Masters of Accountancy in 2012. She also earned her Certified Public Accountant license in 2012.

Favorite pastime: Playing Basketball

One word to describe WRG: Leader

Biggest lessoned learned so far: Do the things that make you feel uncomfortable – growth starts at the end of your comfort zone