FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 9, 2008
Sonoran Bank Executive to Speak at 25th Annual NALEO Conference
Phoenix- Frank X. Coumides, Senior Vice President of Lending for Sonoran Bank, will address one of the largest gatherings of Latino-elected and appointed officials in the United States at the 25th Annual NALEO Conference. More than 1,000 participants from around the country are expected to attend the four-day event of professional development seminars and public policy discussions relevant to the Latino population. Dynamic discussions and presentations are intended to enrich the skills of Latino professionals by providing information on community issues including education, health and economic development.
"This conference is important because influences the Latino business community but also explores the primary concerns affecting the Latino population as a whole", said Coumides. The NALEO Board of Directors has extended invitations to President George W. Bush and key members of his administration to attend the 25th Annual Conference. The event will take place in Washington, D.C. on June 25-28, 2008 at the Renaissance Washington DC Hotel.
Frank X. Coumides has over 14 years of experience in the financial services industry. As the Senior Vice President of Lending for Sonoran Bank, he is responsible for loan administration and assisting business owners with their total financial relationship. He is also responsible for structuring, negotiating, and underwriting financing agreements. Frank is an active member of the Arizona Mexico Commission, Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and is on the Small Business Finance CDC Loan Committee.
Sonoran Bank serves emerging and existing Hispanic and Non-Hispanic businesses (for profit and not for profit). Based on a foundation of relationship banking, Sonoran Bank specializes in commercial banking services for small to medium sized businesses. With a mission to value and respect its customers and employees, Sonoran Bank provides each customer with superior service that creates trust and focuses on total financial relationships.
For more information please contact Tracey Lewis at (480) 706-6880 ext. 128.














