BMO Private Bank Announces Hiring of Michael Arbet as Vice President, Director of Investments

MADISON, Wis., Nov. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- BMO Private Bank announced today that it has hired Michael Arbet as Vice President, Director of Investments.  He will be focused on the wealth management needs of clients throughout Southwest Wisconsin.

"Michael's extensive financial experience, his local market knowledge and his passion for providing an exceptional client experience make him a welcome addition to the team," said John Sylla, Managing Director of the Southwest Wisconsin Region, BMO Private Bank.  "Michael is known in the area for his exceptional advice and guidance, and we are confident that our clients will benefit tremendously from his insights."

BMO Private Bank has a team of more than 1,250 professionals working out of 57 offices across 13 states, and its high net worth business has recently been ranked by Barron's Research as the 12^th largest in the U.S.

About Michael Arbet
Michael Arbet has over 25 years of financial experience, with a wide variety of expertise in portfolio management, mutual fund research, financial analysis and strategic planning. He holds his MBA from Marquette University.

About BMO Private Bank, a Part of BMO Financial Group:
BMO Private Bank offers a comprehensive range of wealth management services that include investment advisory, trust, banking and financial planning to meet the financial needs of high net worth clients. Through integrated teams of experienced financial professionals, BMO Private Bank helps its clients realize their financial and lifestyle goals with solutions that are custom tailored and delivered with the highest level of personalized service.

SOURCE BMO Private Bank