Charles Dampier II has joined Pinnacle Bank as senior vice president, senior relationship manager.

“It is with great pleasure that we announce the hiring of Charles Dampier. We are pleased to have a banker with his experience that fits so well with our relationship approach to banking. Mr. Dampier will focus on building new relationships as we increase our presence in Silicon Valley,” said Jeffrey D. Payne, president and chief executive officer.

Dampier has more than 25 years of banking experience in the South Bay, CA market. He previously worked for U.S. Bank in Cupertino as VP, Business Banking sales manager.

Pinnacle Bank is a full-service community business bank dedicated to providing quality depository and credit services in California’s Santa Clara, San Benito, and Monterey counties.