SAN JOSE, California - July 23, 2009 - Fremont Bank, a leading full-service community bank in Northern California, relocated its banking operations in San Jose’s downtown core area of San Pedro Square adjacent to the HP Pavilion (160 W. Santa Clara Street Suite 100) on June 15th—and is planning a grand opening event on July 28th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

The new downtown facility is now twice the size (4100 sq. ft.) of Fremont Bank’s former San Jose facility—which retired on June 9th. The new location is equipped with several new full-service banking amenities for Fremont Bank clients, including new ATMs, a professional branch design, coffee bar and a convenient customer service area. The Bank has also increased its staff and expanded its weekday banking hours from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM—with Saturday hours from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM—to better serve its San Jose clients.

"At a time when some banks are closing or contracting services, Fremont Bank is expanding its banking footprint in the South Bay and stays committed to exceptionally serving its San Jose clients’ banking needs," says Alan Hyman, Fremont Bank’s Chairman and second generation of family leadership at the Bank. "We are thrilled to continue to be an integral part of the diverse community in San Jose, which reflects the unique client base, cultures, and families we serve throughout the Bay Area."

About Fremont Bank
Fremont Bank (www.fremontbank.com) is the leading full-service community bank in Northern California. Founded in 1964, Fremont Bank 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, seven bank-owned ATMs and participates in a network of over 35,000 ATMs nationwide. 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.