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Potomac Bank Achieves Recognition in 2026 Loudoun's Favorites Poll

Potomac Bank has once again proven its dedication to providing excellent financial services to the community by being voted the WINNER in multiple categories in the LoudounNow 2026 Loudoun's Favorites readers poll. Specifically, the bank secured wins in five key categories: Best Bank, Best Financial Planning Firm, Best Investment Company (for BCT Investments), Best Mortgage Company, and Best Mortgage Broker (for Steve Cowen). Additionally, Potomac Bank's Vice President Paul Bice was recognized as RUNNER-UP for Banker.

This year marks the third consecutive time that Potomac Bank has been honored in this annual poll, which highlights the bank's unwavering commitment to its clients and the community it serves. Alice P. Frazier, the bank's President and CEO, expressed her pride in the Loudoun team, stating, "Being a locally owned community bank means we have the privilege of knowing and serving our clients as neighbors and partners. Helping businesses thrive, supporting our communities, and making a positive impact on people's lives is what drives us every day. We are honored by this recognition, which reflects the dedication and care our team brings to those we serve."

The Loudoun's Favorites poll is an annual event organized by LoudounNow, a nonprofit news organization focused on Loudoun County, Virginia. Throughout a two-week voting period, residents cast their votes for their favorite local businesses, places, and individuals across more than 200 categories. The nominees are categorized into six main sections: Community, Food and Drink, Places, Health and Wellness, People, and Businesses.

For those interested in exploring the complete list of the 2026 Loudoun's Favorites winners, detailed information is available through LoudounNow's digital platform.

About Potomac Bank

Founded in 1871 as the Bank of Charles Town, Potomac Bank was renamed on November 3, 2025. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Potomac Bancshares, Inc., which trades under the symbol (OTCID:PTBS), the bank has emerged as a significant player in the financial landscape with total assets recorded at $981 million as of June 30, 2026. The bank favors community engagement as evidenced by its operations across nine branches and two loan production offices, serving the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Washington County in Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

Beyond its traditional banking services, Potomac Bank also provides a wide range of financial solutions through its various divisions, including consumer and commercial banking, Trust and Wealth Management, as well as BCT Investments. Furthermore, it is recognized as a Small Business Administration (SBA) Preferred Lender, having received numerous accolades over the years for its service quality and employee satisfaction. Some of these honors include being listed among American Banker's "Top Performing Banks" (for organizations with under $2 billion in assets) and winning the Journal-News