June 8, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jennifer Barrow 2101 Abrams Road Dallas, TX 75214 Direct: 214-269-2114 Cell: 214-500-8659 Email: jbarrow@professionalbankna.com Website: www.professionalbankna.com
June 8, 2005 PROFESSIONAL BANK, N.A. ANNOUNCES NEW LEADERSHIP
James Miller has joined Professional Bank as its new chief executive officer. This is significant as Professional Bank embarks upon expansion plans, with the goal of adding two new branches in 2006.
Miller was previously the president of Security Bank in Garland, a community bank which accomplished significant growth and profitability under his leadership. Security Bank was purchased about a year ago by First American Bank, which is now owned by CitiBank.
Miller is joined by Chris Williams, also formerly of Security Bank, who will serve as vice president. Williams has five years experience as a commercial lender and will be focusing on small business development. Eventually, Williams will open Professional Bank's Garland banking center.
Jim Veirs, Professional Bank's founding CEO, will now serve as vice chairman and continue to be active on the board of directors. Mark Smith and Jack Seifrick retain their roles as president and chairman, respectively.
Miller has been a successful banker and leader in Dallas for his entire career. Professional Bank Chairman Jack Seifrick comments, "We are indeed fortunate to have James join our team as our new leader. He and Chris both bring many client relationships and a reputation for excellence that will serve our bank and customers well."
Locally owned and managed, Professional Bank is a full-service bank, founded in 2004 by 47 Dallas families with the goal of bringing personalized, community banking services back to the Lakewood/east Dallas area. From its historic building in the heart of Lakewood, Professional Bank offers state-of-the-art technology and a totally new experience in banking. The young bank has been embraced by over 750 customers with total assets exceeding $38 million.