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Harris Names Two New Bankers

INDIANAPOLIS, February 19, 2008 – Harris today announced the appointment of a Business Banker in its Kokomo office and a Bank Manager for its Logansport branch.

Christine E. Riley has been named Assistant Vice President and Business Banker at Harris' Kokomo branch. She will work with local businesses in Kokomo, Tipton, Marion and Logansport. She has more than 10 years of financial services experience and was most recently a Human Resources Executive Recruiting Officer for 2 years. Prior to that, she was a Financial Center Manager for 8 years, and also served as a Commercial Loan Officer and Mortgage Officer for 8 years.

Riley's community involvement has included working with the Cass County Chamber of Commerce and many other organizations.

Jaime Morphet has been appointed Bank Manager at Harris'’ Logansport branch, where she will have responsibility for the overall operations of the branch, leading team members to anticipate customer needs and provide solutions across Harris' entire offering while continuing the Harris tradition of developing strong community partnerships.

Morphet has dedicated her career to banking since graduating from Indiana University, Kokomo in 2005. She's been with Harris in Logansport for two years, most recently serving as a Teller Manager. She is active as an ambassador for the Cass County Chamber of Commerce.

"We are thrilled to have these talented individuals join Harris, where they will be focused on building lasting relationships and understanding the unique needs of each of their customers," said John O'Donnell, Regional President, Harris. "As a result of their experience, they understand the challenges and opportunities for their clients and will have the ability to effectively deliver the full breadth of Harris solutions."

Harris has served customers in the Midwest for more than 125 years. In 2007, Harris expanded its physical presence into Central Indiana with the completion of its acquisition of First National Bank & Trust. The bank introduced its brand in the market in May of that year.

About Harris
Harris is an integrated financial service organization providing more than 1 million personal, business and corporate clients with banking, lending, investing and wealth management solutions. The organization is a member of the BMO Financial Group (NYSE, TSX: BMO), which also provides corporate and investment banking services in the U.S. under the BMO Capital Markets name. For more information, please visit www.bmocm.com or www.harrisbank.com.

Harris^® is a trade name used by various financial service subsidiaries of Harris Financial Corp. Banking products and services are provided by Harris N.A., The Harris Bank, N.A. and their bank affiliates. Members FDIC.

Brokerage products are offered through Harris Investor Services, Inc. (HIS), a registered broker/dealer, member FINRA/SIPC, and SEC registered investment adviser. Insurance and annuities are offered through Harris Bancorp Insurance Services, Inc. (HBIS). Securities are provided by BMO Capital Markets Corp. (BMOCM), a registered broker dealer and member NYSE, FINRA and SIPC. HIS, HBIS and BMOCM are affiliated companies and are wholly owned subsidiaries of Harris Financial Corp. Products offered by HIS, HBIS and BMOCM are Not Insured by the FDIC or any Federal Government Agency, Not a Deposit of or Guaranteed by Any Bank or Bank Affiliate, May Lose Value. The purchase of insurance or an annuity is not a condition to any bank loan or service. Financial planning and investment advisory services are provided by Sullivan, Bruyette, Speros & Blayney, Inc., an SEC registered investment adviser. Family Office Services are provided by Harris myCFO, Inc. Investment advisory services are offered by Harris myCFO Investment Advisory Services LLC, an SEC registered investment adviser and wholly-owned subsidiary of Harris myCFO, Inc. Not all products and services are offered in every state and/or location.