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Andy Mastorakis |
Fremont Bank Adds Andy Mastorakis As President
To Executive Management Team
Mastorakis' appointment supports Bank's plans for continued growth
FREMONT, California - September 11, 2009 - Fremont Bank, a leading full-service community bank in Northern California, is proud to announce today the appointment of Andy Mastorakis as President-effective Monday, September 14th. Mastorakis joins an impressive executive team at Fremont Bank, including CEO (and most recent President) Brad Anderson, Chairman of the Board Alan Hyman, Vice Chairman Mike Wallace, Executive Vice President Howard Hyman and Senior Vice President Hattie Hyman-Hughes.
"For more than 45 years, Fremont Bank has always sought ways to grow and strengthen the Bank for the benefit of its valued clients and the Bay Area communities it serves. Adding Andy to our family immensely bolsters our Bank, our executive team, and ultimately, our clients and communities," says CEO Brad Anderson, "Andy brings remarkable leadership qualities and extraordinary financial knowledge to Fremont Bank, and has a unique blend of community banking and large financial institution experience which will be a driving force in strengthening and growing our Bank."
Mastorakis came to Fremont Bank from OneWest Bank (formerly IndyMac Bank) where he was CEO overseeing the bank's retail banking group. Prior to OneWest Bank, Mastorakis was executive vice president at Tri Counties Bank in Northern California. He also held various positions at Wells Fargo in San Jose, CA, including senior vice president, market president and regional manager.
"The current Fremont Bank management team has worked closely together for nearly 30 years. As the Bank continues to flourish, the time was right to obtain a president who specializes in delivering first-class efficiencies and deposit-gathering capabilities, while demonstrating strong leadership skills and vision," adds Anderson. "Andy matched our criteria perfectly-and we're delighted to have him join our Fremont Bank family."
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 and seven additional ATMs throughout the Greater Bay Area.
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. |
