(Source: PRNewswire-FirstCall)LAKEWOOD, Colo., July 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Solera National Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Solera National Bancorp, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SLRK) , announced today that it has hired Larry E. Heesch, a veteran Denver banker, as its Chief Credit Officer. Mr. Heesch brings over 35 years of banking experience to his new position. He has extensive local market experience in various lending disciplines including commercial and industrial, leasing, asset-based lending, commercial real estate, and construction. Over the course of his career, he has worked in both super-regional financial institutions as well as local, independent community banks.

"Larry is a welcome addition to the Solera team," commented Doug Crichfield, President & CEO of Solera National Bank. "We will benefit greatly from his extensive experience as we continue to develop the loan portfolio while preserving the safety and soundness of the institution. He enjoys a strong reputation among his peers and bank regulators alike."

Larry Heesch remarked, "I am excited to have the opportunity to be associated with a young, healthy, growing financial institution which is making a significant impact on the community."

Solera National Bank is a traditional, community commercial bank with a core-competency in understanding and servicing the culturally diverse and dynamic Hispanic market.

   For more information, please contact:    Mr. Doug Crichfield, President & CEO   Solera National Bank   Tel: 303-937-6429   Email: DCrichfield@SoleraBank.com  

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