Clarene was born and raised in Central Montana and has called the Billings area home since 2001. After graduating from Rocky Mountain College, her career path has been focused in the financial services industry. She has over 20 years of experience, is a graduate of Cannon Financial Institute and earned her Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) designation in 2018. Clarene currently works for First Interstate Bank in Wealth Management. In addition to her experience in financial services, she has handled the financial operations of her husband Dana’s business, WestFab Custom Fabrication, since its inception in 2005. Clarene is a lifelong lover of animals and an avid supporter of better lives for them. She has had the good fortune to share her life with more than a few special cats, dogs, and horses. Her hobbies include fitness, spending time with her animals and exploring Montana’s back roads and OHV trails with her husband.