ALPHARETTA, GA., Feb. 10, 2003 --- Jimmy Walker, Chairman and CEO of North Atlanta National Bank in Alpharetta, recently announced the hiring of Leslie Green to the position of Credit Administration Specialist. According to Walker, the creation of this new position was driven by the significant growth in the bank’s loan portfolio during the past year. "Not only has our loan volume increased, but the loans themselves have become more complex. When we first opened, our loan department was a one-person operation serving three lenders. Four years later, we have four individuals who spend all or part of their time supporting the nine banking professionals currently making loans. Our customers expect excellent service as well as products that meet their banking needs. Hiring Leslie to fill this new position enables us to continue to provide the outstanding customer service that we have become known for," Walker explained.

Green graduated from UNC Charlotte in December 1996 with a degree in Mathematics and a minor in African American and African Studies. After graduation, she worked in the insurance and banking industries in North Carolina. Green lives in Gainesville, Georgia with her husband Rodney, who is an Assistant Principal of White County High School.

North Atlanta National Bank is a community bank serving small businesses and individuals in the North Fulton market since November 1998. The bank has been a finalist for The Community Bankers Association of Georgia’s Quality Service Award & Georgia’s Community Bank of the Year in 2001 and 2002. The bank’s headquarters is located at 10500 Old Alabama Road Connector in Alpharetta. Please visit North Atlanta National Bank’s web site at www.nanb.com for more information.