Amir Darabi Joins as Vice President and Branch Manager

Santa Rosa, CA – (June 10, 2026) – Summit State Bank is pleased to announce that Amir Darabi has joined the Bank as Vice President and Branch Manager of its Petaluma branch.

With a Bachelor of Science in Finance from California State University, Northridge and more than 20 years of banking experience, Darabi has built a career spanning wealth management, private banking, business banking, mortgage lending, legacy planning, and relationship management. His diverse perspective and deep industry knowledge enable him to provide comprehensive financial guidance to businesses and nonprofit organizations.

"We are excited to welcome Amir to our branch leadership team," said Brian Reed, President and CEO of Summit State Bank. "His extensive industry experience, commitment to relationship banking, and passion for serving local businesses and nonprofit organizations make him a valuable addition to our team. We look forward to the positive impact he will have on our customers and the Petaluma community."

As Petaluma Branch Manager, Darabi will oversee branch operations, lead business development efforts, and continue the Bank’s tradition of delivering exceptional service and personalized banking solutions. A strong advocate for community engagement, he is involved with local nonprofit organizations including 10,000 Degrees and the Elsie Allen High School Foundation. Darabi lives in Healdsburg with his family and enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, gardening, and exploring different cultures.

About Summit State Bank

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Sonoma County, Summit State Bank is an award-winning community bank serving the North Bay. The Bank serves small businesses, nonprofits, and the community, with total assets of $996 million and total equity of $103 million as of March 31, 2026. The Bank has built its reputation over the past 40 years by specializing in providing exceptional customer service and customized financial solutions to aid in the success of its customers.

Summit State Bank is committed to embracing the diverse backgrounds, cultures and talents of its employees to create high performance and support the evolving needs of its customers and community it serves. Through the engagement of its team, Summit State Bank has received many esteemed awards including: Top Performing Community Bank by American Banker, Best Places to Work in the North Bay and Diversity in Business by North Bay Business Journal, Corporate Philanthropy Award by the San Francisco Business Times, and Hall of Fame by North Bay Biz Magazine. Summit State Bank’s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol SSBI. Further information can be found at www.summitstatebank.com.