Bank Expands Customer Service Department

ALPHARETTA, GA., Jan. 27, 2003 ---  Jimmy Walker, Chairman and CEO of North Atlanta National Bank in Alpharetta, recently announced the hiring of Sara Evans as a Client Service Representative. Walker said that the hiring of Evans was driven by an increased demand for client services due to the bank’s continued growth. "Our growth has been strong and steady since we opened our doors four years ago. Our customers have rewarded us for helping them Experience the Difference in banking. Our exemplary customer service combined with competitive rates and products have enabled us to develop a very loyal and strong base of satisfied customers."

Evans, a native of Spartanburg, South Carolina, graduated from Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina in May 2002 with degrees in Sociology and Religion. When asked about her expectations Evans said, "I believe that working at North Atlanta National Bank will truly be an educational experience for me. Not only will I have the opportunity to learn about the technical aspects of banking, but I will also be exposed to many other aspects of the bank’s operations."

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.