Bridgeview Bank Group

To Whom It May Concern,

Please accept this as a letter of reference for Mitch Gerson.  Mr. Gerson has been a commercial loan and depository customer of Bridgeview Bank Group for the last eleven years.  During this time, the Bank has provided financing for numerous projects including both ground-up construction and building rehabilitations.  Each of these projects has been completed in a professional manner with all loans paid as agreed.

We consider Mr. Gerson to be among our most valued customers and intend to continue to expand upon our already strong banking relationship with him.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at (773) 975-5304.

Sincerely,

Bryan P. Griffin
Senior Vice President
Bridgeview Bank Group