About Us

People doing business with people.

We are committed to being the best community bank throughout Southern Oregon and Northern California, and we have the employees and no-hassle service to prove it.

What puts the community into a community bank? In short, It's People Doing Business with People! It's a friendly smile when you enter the bank and a thoughtful can-do attitude when you apply for a loan. It's somebody who remembers your name and approaches each transaction with a smile. It's the willingness to go the extra mile!

Our people make all the difference! We've combined the knowledge and experience of sound community banking -- along with our mortgage division, finance company, and investment services -- to reach a wider community of customers. Growth does not mean our community spirit has diminished, but that we have gained financial muscle and can be even more flexible in assisting our customers.

As our banking offices multiply, so does our commitment to providing exceptional customer service in each and every community. From savings and checking accounts to loan and investment opportunities, we provide a wide array of convenient, affordable financial services for individuals and business.

Come experience the convenience and strength of the community bank committed to serving you.

PremierWest Managing Committee

(Pictured from left to right, above): Richard Hieb, Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer; William Yarbenet, Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer; John Anhorn, Chairman of the Board, PremierWest Bank; Tom Anderson, Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer; James Ford, President and Chief Executive Officer; Mike Fowler, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer; Ken Wells, Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer; Joe Danelson, Executive Vice President, Chief Banking Officer