Santa Barbara, CA - October 28, 2003

The Pacific Coast Business Times named Kenneth R. Hyman, President and CEO of Partnervest Financial Group LLC, to their fourth annual 'Who's Who in Banking and Finance.' Hyman created Partnervest in 2001, and is responsible for the direction, and oversight, of the company's business, financial and operational affairs. Under Hyman's leadership, Partnervest has grown to over 35 registered representatives, the 6th largest brokerage firm in the Tri-county area. Prior to joining Partnervest, Hyman was the senior executive and financial officer for Integral Securities.


About the 'Who's Who in Banking and Finance'
The Who's Who recognizes the select individuals who provide the financial wisdom and leadership to all other industries in the region. Despite continuous changes in the banking and financial scene in the past few years, the one thing that has remained constant is need for professional leadership, and real relationships with investors and for B2B relations. The 'Who's Who in Banking and Finance' highlights the best of the best in the industry.


About Partnervest Financial Group
Partnervest Financial Group, headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, is a privately owned full-service financial services, technology and consulting company. Partnervest and its wholly owned subsidiaries, Partnervest Securities, Inc. (Member NASD/SIPC), Partnervest Advisory Services LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor, provide comprehensive customized solutions for financial professionals, and financial institutions, by offering a full spectrum of financial services and products, as well as back-office operations, compliance, and advanced advice. Partnervest Technology Group provides multi-tiered applications and for account aggregation, electronic imaging, portfolio reporting and reconciliation. Partnervest specializes in creating profitable solutions that are cost effective and uniquely tailored for each client.