Pete Colarelli

Pete Colarelli is an experienced government relations professional currently serving as the Senior Manager for State & Local Government Relations at Western Alliance Bank since December 2024. With a strong background in public and government affairs, Pete held various managerial roles at ExxonMobil from October 2017 to December 2024 and at CITGO Petroleum from November 2008 to October 2017. Additional leadership experience includes serving as President of the Lockport Chamber of Commerce and Alderman for the City of Lockport. Pete's earlier career includes positions in public relations, law enforcement, and legal support. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Lewis University and a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from Thomas Aquinas College.