Manna Kadar Joins Sunwest Bank as Vice President & Relationship Manager

Business Wire, Dec 19, 2006

TUSTIN, Calif. -- Manna Kadar joined Sunwest Bank (OTCBB:SWST) as a Vice President and Relationship Manager, and will serve as part of the Sunwest Bank Commercial Banking Team. Manna will focus on developing and fortifying relationships with new and existing business clients in Southern California.

Most recently, Ms. Kadar served as Vice President and Commercial Lending Officer with Wells Fargo Bank. She began her career in the financial services industry with Comerica Bank as a Credit Analyst. Additionally, Ms. Kadar graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Finance & Distribution Management. She currently resides in Irvine with her husband, Samuel Bath.

Ms. Kadar is an active member of the community and works with various business, civic and charitable organizations. She is a member of the Irvine and South County Chambers of Commerce, NAWBO-OC and the USC Alumni Association. Additionally, she is involved with the Orange County Rescue Mission and actively supports Senior Meals & Services, Inc., and the Animal Assistance League of Orange County.

"We are pleased to have Manna join the Sunwest Bank team. Manna's experience and enthusiasm will be helpful as we look to expand our reach throughout Southern California," commented Glenn Gray, President and CEO of Sunwest Bank.

Sunwest Bank is a leading provider of banking services to small to middle-market businesses throughout Southern California. Headquartered in Tustin with locations in Newport Beach, Laguna Hills and Anaheim, Sunwest Bank offers customized banking solutions with the highest level of personal service. Sunwest Bank has expertise with homeowners' associations and property management companies, lockbox processing, healthcare professionals, women-owned businesses, and residential and commercial real estate developers. Online banking is available through its corporate website: www.sunwestbank.com.