IRVINE, CA--(Marketwired - Jul 3, 2014) - Plaza Bank (OTCBB: PLZB) (the "Bank") has further solidified its management team with the hiring of Amy Yeager as Vice President and Human Resources Business Partner.

"Our people are the key to Plaza Bank's growth and success, enabling us to build strong, personal relationships with our customers, shareholders and communities," said Gene Galloway, President and CEO of the Bank. "Amy's extensive experience managing human resources will help us continue to attract, hire, develop, and retain top-performing talent across our company."

Ms. Yeager has 25 years of experience in the banking industry, with the past 12 years in human resources. Most recently she served as Assistant Vice President and Human Resources Consultant in the Wealth Management Division of Wells Fargo Bank. Prior to that, she held various roles with Wells Fargo, spanning human resources, operations, and branch management.

Ms. Yeager will be responsible for enhancing Plaza Bank's HR strategies and tactics, administering key policies and procedures and advising leadership on various HR issues.

"My 'clients' are the managers and employees at Plaza Bank," Ms. Yeager said, who has recently obtained her PHR credential. "I look forward to consulting with them on a broad range of HR topics -- including recruiting, employee relations, development, compensation, and more -- to keep us at the forefront of community business banking in Southern California and Southern Nevada."

"I'm passionate about helping others," she continued. "I enjoy working in human resources because I'm able to solve problems, while at the same time supporting employees' career development and growth. It's proven that happier, motivated employees are more productive and deliver a better client experience. Plaza Bank offers me the opportunity to work in a people-focused culture, where I can apply my knowledge and experience to make a difference for our company and our customers."

Ms. Yeager lives in Trabuco Canyon with her husband, Mark, and their two children. She holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from Occidental College, and is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM).

About Plaza Bank
 Plaza Bank is full service community bank serving the business and professional communities in Southern California and Las Vegas, Nevada. The Bank is committed to meeting the financial needs of small to middle market businesses and professional firms with loans for working capital, equipment and owner-occupied commercial real estate financing and a full array of cash management services. Our bankers are experienced, professional and knowledgeable. For more information, visit www.plazabank.com or call President and CEO Gene Galloway at (949) 502-4309 or (702) 277-2221.

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