2004 Annual Report > Southwest > East Valley Community Bank

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Our bank achieved record commercial loan growth and profitability last year. This success is credited to the hard work of our team members as well as business referrals from our current customers and bank directors.

“The customer service at East Valley Community Bank is outstanding! Every time I call I get the distinct feeling that whoever answers the phone is waiting for my call. It is my pleasure to refer associates and clients to the bank. Every report I get back has been quite positive.”

- Carolyn J. Brown, Owner, The Accountant’s Office, LLC

Last year, we expanded our mortgage department to include land loans and construction financing for custom home builders and home owners. We have also added payroll processing and employee leasing services to our platform of products and services for business clients.

We bolstered our strong board by appointing two more local business leaders as directors, Mark Moreno and Don Carroll.

Our staff was involved in numerous volunteer activities and we improved the bank’s visibility by sponsoring several business and community events.

In 2005, we plan to increase our business development activities in the East Valley, especially in Chandler and Gilbert, Arizona. These are two of the fastest growing communities in the nation and present exceptional opportunities. We’re looking for another solid year as we build on our achievements.

Gerry J. Smith
President