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BankingCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
Bank of the Sierra is a banking institution based in Porterville, California, founded in 1977. It positions itself as the largest community bank headquartered in California's Heartland and has built a presence across Tulare, Kern, Kings, Fresno, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties. The bank emphasizes sound banking practices and financial strength and participates in the FDIC and Equal Housing Lender programs. The bank serves a regional customer base with a focus on commercial financing opportunities in the Central Valley, supported by leadership and governance capacity. In 2023, Bank of the Sierra expanded its leadership with the appointment of a Chief Risk Officer, and in 2024 it announced the expansion of offices to Valley, Alabama, signaling growth outside its California base. It maintains a community orientation through various local initiatives.