Friendly Hills Bancorp announced that the planned departure of its Chief Executive Officer, Jeffrey Ball, to pursue other business opportunities. The bank entered into a mutual Separation Agreement with Jeffrey K. Ball, Chief Executive Officer, in connection with his desire to pursue other business opportunities. Mr. Ball will remain in his position as President and Chief Executive Officer until the end of the year and intends to continue serving as a director of Friendly Hills Bancorp and Friendly Hills Bank after the completion of his employment.