California-based Fremont Bank has appointed Oscar Harrison as vice president of wealth management services.

Harrison, who has 14 years of experience in the financial sector, has held a number of positions at firms including Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley and Banc of America Investments.

As well as leading the bank's team of wealth management advisors, in his new role, Harrison will be responsible for the development of a full spectrum of products and services that will be available to banking clients.

Founded in 1964, Fremont Bank is family-owned and operates 18 branches in the Greater Bay Area.