The Whittier Trust Company of Nevada, Inc. (WTCN) Celebrates 10th Anniversary

WTCN Office in Reno Manages Nearly $1 Billion in Family And Personal Wealth For Clients Located In 19 States

Reno, NV (June 15, 2005) – The Whittier Trust Company of Nevada, Inc, an independent private trust and wealth management company, and wholly owned subsidiary of Nevada based Whittier Holdings Inc, today announced that the firm is celebrating its 10th anniversary of serving clients from its Reno, NV, office location.

Established in 1995, the Reno office now manages nearly $1 billion in wealth for clients located in 19 states.

“We are particularly proud of our Reno office location,” said Michael J. Casey, president and CEO. The Whittier Trust Companies, with more than 70 years experience in family and personal wealth management, manages $4 billion for clients located in 20 states and three countries. Mr. Casey added, “Our Reno location has experienced strong growth and is an integral part of The Whittier Trust Companies’ offices which are strategically situated in Reno, Seattle, San Francisco and Southern California. The Nevada trust company also offers our qualified clients the added benefit of a state income tax favorable status.

Located at 100 W. Liberty Street in Reno, The Whittier Trust Company of Nevada, Inc. is managed by William E. Ramsey, vice president and manager. Mr. Ramsey, and a staff of professionals, serves families with more than $5 million in managed assets.

“We have built the Reno office one relationship at a time,” said Mr. Ramsey. “Ours is a very personal business as we manage the private wealth of families over multiple generations.” Mr. Ramsey added, “We earn our client’s trust professionally by delivering a comprehensive suite of premier wealth management services with the highest regard for confidentiality.”

To celebrate its first decade in Reno, The Whittier Trust Company of Nevada, Inc hosted a private reception for clients, business leaders, and community leaders at its Reno office. The Reno office may be contacted at 775-686-5400.

About The Whittier Trust Companies

Established 70 years ago as the family office to the Whittier family, known for their role in the development of Beverly Hills, and for the management and operation of Belridge Oil Company, the modern Whittier Trust Companies now are recognized for their unique offering of personal wealth management services. These services include a uniquely comprehensive and coordinated approach to disciplines that will protect wealth, create asset growth, and provide an orderly transition of assets to future generations. Enveloped into these investment philosophies is The Whittier Trust Companies commitment to assigning an average of only 15 client relationships to each client contact officer. This ensures frequent communication and individual service at a level rarely matched by other firms that offer wealth management services.

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