Trust and Investment Management

Robert Blume
Senior Vice President and Manager

  • B.A., Washington State University
  • Certified Public Accountant
  • Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP)
  • Certified Trust Financial Advisor™, Institute of Certified Bankers
  • Graduate of the American Bankers Association National Graduate Trust School

Rob began his career in 1977 as an accountant and worked as a CPA until 1987, when he joined Washington Trust as a Vice President and Trust Officer.

As Senior Vice President and Manager of Wealth Management & Advisory Services, Rob is directly responsible for the management and administration of over 1700 client relationships, $2.3 billion under administration.

Additionally, as a Senior Trust Officer, his responsibilities include advising clients and assisting their advisors on complex estate strategies, as well as the coordination of tax and investment planning for individuals and families, personal trusts and estates.

Rob participates nationally as a Trust Taxation committee member of the American Bankers Association.

Professional and Community Affiliations:

  • Friends of Seven (Public Television), Board of Directors
  • Hagan Foundation, Board of Directors
  • Saint George's School, Board of Trustees
  • Washington State University, Member, Planned Giving Committee
  • Washington Society of CPA's, Past Treasurer and Board Member
  • Spokane Estate Planning Board, Past President



Robert Blume


Robert Blume
717 W. Sprague Ave.
Suite 900
Spokane, WA 99201
(800) 725-4449
(509) 353-4156
RBlume@watrust.com