Jason Raefski Joins Sunwest Bank as Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Business Wire, Nov 13, 2007

TUSTIN, Calif. -- Jason Raefski joined Sunwest Bank (OTCBB:SWBC) as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. With more than 15 years' experience in the financial services industry, Jason will provide the financial guidance and oversight needed as Sunwest Bank continues to expand.

Mr. Raefski most recently served as Senior Vice President and Director of Finance for Vineyard Bank in Irvine, CA. He previously worked for Commercial Capital Bancorp as Senior Vice President of Finance and Treasury. Mr. Raefski began his career in the financial services industry with Sandler O'Nill & Partners, LP in New York and has also held positions with ComCap Finance Service and Commercial Capital Mortgage.

"We are glad to have Mr. Raefski as a part of our leadership team," said Glenn Gray, President and CEO of Sunwest Bank. "Jason will undoubtedly bring the solid strategic leadership capabilities we need to fuel the company's continued growth and success."

Sunwest Bank is a leading provider of banking services to small to middle-market businesses throughout Southern California. Headquartered in Tustin with additional 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.