Warrenton, VA., January 3, 2017 -- Oak View National Bank (OTC Pink: OAKV) Oak View National Bank today announced it has hired Jeff Sisson as a Commercial Loan Officer. Sisson will be located in Oak View’s office at 450 James Madison Highway, Culpeper, until January 2018.

“The addition of someone of Jeff’s caliber and experience will surely enhance Oak View’s growth objectives, as well as our reputation for excellence in service to our customers and communities. We appreciate Jeff’s confidence in our way of banking and are thrilled to have him join the Oak View family” stated Michael Ewing, Vice Chairman and CEO.

Sisson is initially charged with assisting Justin McFarland, Market Leader, with new business development in the Culpeper community. “Jeff is a welcome addition to the Culpeper office and will be a great fit in the community. I know he will help drive significant loan and deposit growth which is in line with our strategic plan for that area,” said Kevin Lee, President and Chief Credit Officer.

Prior to joining Oak View National Bank, Sisson served in many capacities across his 30 year banking career, including Branch Manager, Commercial Lender, Chief Lending Officer and Senior Fauquier County Executive for The Fauquier Bank. Sisson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Bridgewater College and a Master of Science in Business Administration from Strayer College. He is also a graduate of the prestigious Louisiana State University Graduate School of Banking.

A lifelong resident of Fauquier County, Sisson previously served on the Boards of the Fauquier Chamber of Commerce, the Salvation Army, Community Touch and the Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier. He is also past President and Treasurer of the Fauquier Family Shelter and is currently a basketball coach for WSYC of Fauquier County.

Oak View National Bank is a locally owned and managed community bank offering a full range of financial services for commercial and retail customers, as well as not-for-profit entities. Oak View National Bank serves Fauquier, Culpeper and surrounding counties with offices in Warrenton, Marshall and Culpeper. Visit us at www.oakviewbank.com. Member FDIC.

Oak View National Bank was awarded a 5-star rating by BauerFinancial in January 2016, and as such is recognized as one of the strongest financial institutions in the country. BauerFinancial, Inc. is the nation’s leading independent bank and credit union rating firm. www.bauerfinancial.com 800.388.6686.

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For additional information, contact Jennifer Knighting, Senior Vice President/Director of Sales & Marketing, Oak View National Bank, at 540-825-2570.