“Choosing a great community bank such as American Marine Bank should be reassuring to anyone concerned not only with bank safety, but also with identity theft and privacy” declared Karen Dorway, president of the research firm. “Knowing that your name and face are recognized when you walk through the door somehow elicits a greater peace of mind. While no one can unconditionally guaranty your identity and privacy will be protected, community banks, like American Marine Bank, are certainly a good first line of defense.”

American Marine Bank was established in 1948 and has provided personalized banking services for the past 58 years. It operates through a Home Loan Center and 11 conveniently located offices throughout Clallam, Jefferson, Kitsap and North Mason counties as well as downtown Seattle and can be found on the Internet at www.americanmarinebank.com.

BauerFinancial Inc. of Coral Gables, Florida is the nation’s leading independent bank rating firm.