Partners Bank of California Announces Two Key Appointments

MISSION VIEJO, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
Partners Bank of California is pleased to announce the appointments of Daniel M.
Palmquist as Senior Vice President/Senior Banking Officer and Evan Barker as
Senior Vice President/Healthcare Division Manager of Partners Bank of
California.

Palmquist, a 17-year veteran of the banking industry, is responsible for
developing deposit and loan banking relationships and providing leadership to
the corporate banking and healthcare division teams, functions which are
critical to the bank`s growth. "As a key member of the executive team, Dan`s
experience in community banking relationship development will add further depth
to the bank," stated L. Bruce Mills, Jr., President and CEO. "In addition, his
experience and knowledge of the Orange County marketplace will enhance our
future growth," added Mills. Mr. Palmquist most recently was Senior Vice
President, Senior Relationship Manager for Wachovia Bank. Prior to that, he held
a similar position with Commerce National Bank, a multi-location community
business bank located in Orange County.

Mr. Barker, a 15-year finance veteran, is responsible for developing healthcare
industry banking relationships and managing the lending activities of Partners
Healthcare Division. During his career, Barker has managed the healthcare
divisions of Pacific Mercantile Bank, Alliance Funding Group, Inc, and
Amerilease Corporation.

"Evan has a proven track record in developing and managing the highly
specialized and desirable healthcare market," stated Mr. Mills, President and
CEO. "We`re thrilled to have someone with Evan`s knowledge and expertise to
oversee the continued growth of our healthcare business."

Partners Bank of California provides commercial banking services to small and
middle market businesses, professional practices, commercial and industrial
companies, and individuals in Orange County, CA and surrounding communities. The
Bank, incorporated in November 2007 and headquartered in Mission Viejo,
California, posted assets of $61.4 million as of March 31, 2009.

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Partners Bank of California
L. Bruce Mills
President and CEO
949-732-4010

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