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Bridge Bank Provides $3.5 Million Financing for Menlo Park Project

San Jose, CA - May 11, 2010 - Bridge Capital Holdings (NASDAQ: BBNK), whose subsidiary is Bridge Bank, National Association, a full-service business bank headquartered in the Silicon Valley region of California, announced today, it has provided construction financing to Noel Chamberlain, President of NexGen Builders, Inc., to acquire land and construct a four unit project in Menlo Park.

“NexGen has hit the ground running and plans on breaking ground within 90 days,” said Noel Chamberlain, President and Founder of NexGen Builders, Inc. "I was pleased with the responsiveness of Bridge Bank and their willingness to structure a loan that made sense in what is still a tough marketplace.”

In response to a deteriorating real estate market, the Bank reported that in 2009 it reduced exposure to construction and land loans by 72%. Exposure to residential and commercial real estate is limited, however they will continue to lend to creditworthy borrowers to enable them participation in the emerging economic recovery.

“This construction loan provides an experienced developer and builder with the funds needed to complete this up-scale project in Menlo Park” said John Carroll, Bridge Bank Vice President. “We are impressed with Noel’s personal track record as a developer as well as the quality of the projects NexGen Builders has completed.”

Bridge Bank specializes in providing superior service and customized banking solutions to small and middle-market, and emerging technology businesses in Silicon Valley, California and the Nation. The Bank’s product offerings include 24/7 internet-based business cash and treasury management, online account statement and item imaging, remote deposit capture, commercial lines of credit, growth capital financing, commercial real estate financing, international Export-Import financing and foreign exchange payment services, Small Business Administration 7(a) and 504 loans as an SBA Preferred Lender Participant-accredited direct lender, and factoring and asset-based loans through its Bridge Capital Finance Group.

About NexGen Builders, Inc.
NexGen Builders, Inc. has been providing construction, project management, and engineering services to clients throughout the Bay Area for the past 15 years. NexGen Builders, Inc. is an experienced general contractor in residential and commercial development and public works projects with a management team focused on high quality and timely completion of projects.

About Bridge Capital Holdings
Bridge Capital Holdings is the holding company for Bridge Bank, National Association. Bridge Capital Holdings was formed on October 1, 2004 and holds a Global Select listing on The NASDAQ Stock Market under the trading symbol BBNK. For additional information, visit the Bridge Capital Holdings website at www.bridgecapitalholdings.com.

About Bridge Bank, National Association
Bridge Bank, National Association is Silicon Valley's full-service professional business bank. The Bank is dedicated to meeting the financial needs of small, middle market, and emerging technology businesses. Bridge Bank provides its clients with a comprehensive package of business banking solutions delivered through experienced, professional bankers. For additional information, visit the Bridge Bank website web at www.bridgebank.com.

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