FREMONT, California - June 29, 2009 - Fremont Bank is proud to announce that Ron Flaiani, director of the bank's Financial Services Department, received the prestigious 2009 Bank Investment Consultant's #1 Program Manager award. They recognize the nation's top 20 managers with the highest average of production (revenue from sales) per advisor the person manages.

Bank Investment Consultant's June issue cover story, "Got Game?" features Ron Flaiani-www.bankinvestmentconsultant.com-where he credits his success to his "phenomenal team." Under Flaiani's leadership, Adam Nieto, one of Fremont Bank's star advisors, has grown his production from about $500,000 when Flaiani took over the program five years ago to $1.3 million today.

“As the cover story highlights, we have always known that Ron and his team ‘Got Game,’ and we are honored and privileged to have them on our Fremont Bank team—but more importantly—having them closely work with our clients to help them with their financial futures,” says Fremont Bank’s President and CEO Brad Anderson.

About Fremont Bank
Founded in 1964, Fremont Bank (www.fremontbank.com) is one of the oldest independent family owned and managed banks in the region and focuses on personalized service for individuals and businesses. It serves communities through 23 branches. Exceptional client service is the cornerstone of Fremont Bank’s business. Accommodation of customer needs in a friendly, personal atmosphere characterizes the bank’s culture.