The Board of Directors of Cardinal Bank (NASDAQ: CFNL) is pleased to announce the election of Donna D. Avery to Compliance Officer. Avery will oversee the bank's efforts to ensure compliance with consumer regulatory requirements to include Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA), and deposit and lending regulations.

Donna D. Avery, Cardinal Bank Compliance Officer (Photo: Mattox Photography)

Donna D. Avery, Cardinal Bank Compliance Officer (Photo: Mattox Photography)

Avery's career has spanned more than 30 years in the financial sector, most recently with a local community bank in Prince George's County, Maryland. Avery brings more than a decade of particular strength to the BSA and regulatory compliance functions of her new position.

"We are excited to welcome Donna to our compliance team," said Eleanor D. Schmidt, EVP and Chief Compliance Officer. "Her skills and experiences in the current regulatory climate will be a valuable asset as Cardinal continues to refine its efforts in light of ever-changing regulations."

A longtime resident of Waldorf, Maryland, Avery serves in the community as President of the Kiwanis Club of LaPlata, Maryland.

About Cardinal Financial Corporation: Cardinal Financial Corporation, a financial holding company headquartered in Tysons Corner, Virginia, serves the Washington Metropolitan region through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Cardinal Bank, with 29 conveniently located banking offices. Cardinal also operates George Mason Mortgage. The Company's stock is traded on NASDAQ (CFNL). For additional information, visit our Web site at www.cardinalbank.com or call 703.584-3400.

Cardinal Bank
Christopher W. Bergstrom, Regional President
703-584-3400