Tampa, Fla., July 13, 2015 - NorthStar Bank is pleased to announce the opening of its new Loan Production Office in St. Petersburg, Florida. Pinellas County native and long time banker, Julie Stapf, will lead NorthStar Bank’s newly opened office located at 100 Second Ave S., St. Petersburg. Julie joined NorthStar Bank in 2013 and has more than 25 years of banking experience in the Tampa Bay Area serving the Corporate and Commercial Markets.

Julie is actively involved in the community and currently serves as a Board Member of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tampa Bay and has been active on the Board since 1999.

NorthStar Bank’s new Loan Production Office is a significant and exciting addition to its existing footprint in the Tampa Bay Market. David Stone, President & CEO commented, "…As part of our continued growth plan, we believe forming an LPO and having an experienced banker run it will further meet the lending needs of our clients and community."

NorthStar Bank, opened in 2007, is an independent community bank headquartered in Tampa, Florida with assets exceeding $200 million. NorthStar Bank provides the highest level of personal and commercial banking services by doing the unexpected to deliver unparalleled service quality and product value. It is the true alternative to mega-regional banks for anyone looking for cutting edge technology from a strong, stable community bank. NorthStar Bank is rated Five-Stars by