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Exhibit 99.1

Park Sterling Corporation 16th Annual Gulf South Bank Conference May 9-11, 2011


 

Forward Looking Statements This presentation contains, and Park Sterling and its management may make, certain statements that constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and often use words such as "may," "plan," "contemplate," "anticipate," "believe," "intend," "continue," "expect," "project," "predict," "estimate," "could," "should," "would," "will," "goal," "target" and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements express management's current expectations, plans or forecasts of future events, results and condition, including expectations regarding the proposed merger with Community Capital Corporation ("Community Capital"), the general business strategy of engaging in bank mergers, organic growth and anticipated asset size, anticipated loan growth, refinement of the loan loss allowance methodology, recruiting of key leadership positions, decreases in construction and development loans and other changes in loan mix, changes in deposit mix, capital and liquidity levels, emerging regulatory expectations and measures, net interest income, credit trends and conditions, including loan losses, allowance, charge-offs, delinquency trends and nonperforming loan and asset levels, residential sales activity and other similar matters. These statements are not guarantees of future results or performance and by their nature involve certain risks and uncertainties that are based on management's beliefs and assumptions and on the information available to management at the time that these disclosures were prepared. Actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, any of these forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statement and should consider all of the following uncertainties and risks, as well as those more fully discussed in any of Park Sterling's filings with the SEC: inability to obtain regulatory approvals of the Community Capital merger on the proposed terms and schedule; failure of Community Capital's shareholders to approve the merger; failure to realize synergies and other financial benefits from the proposed merger within the expected time frame; increases in expected costs or difficulties related to integration of the Community Capital merger; inability to identify and successfully negotiate and complete additional combinations with potential merger partners or to successfully integrate such businesses into Park Sterling, including the company's ability to realize the benefits and cost savings from and limit any unexpected liabilities acquired as a result of any such business combination; the effects of negative economic conditions, including stress in the commercial real estate markets or delay or failure of recovery in the residential real estate markets; changes in consumer and investor confidence and the related impact on financial markets and institutions; changes in interest rates; failure of assumptions underlying the establishment of our allowance; deterioration in the credit quality of our loan portfolios or in the value of the collateral securing those loans; deterioration in the value of securities held in our investment securities portfolio; legal and regulatory developments; increased competition from both banks and nonbanks; changes in accounting standards, rules and interpretations, inaccurate estimates or assumptions in accounting and the impact on Park Sterling's financial statements; Park Sterling's ability to attract new employees; and management's ability to effectively manage credit risk, market risk, operational risk, legal risk, and regulatory and compliance risk. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Park Sterling undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect the impact of circumstances or events that arise after the date the forward-looking statement was made. 2


 

Additional Information Certain financial measures contained herein represent non^GAAP financial measures. For more information about these non^GAAP financial measures and the presentation of the most directly comparable financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP and accompanying reconciliations, see the appendix in this presentation. In connection with the proposed merger between Park Sterling and Community Capital Corp. "Community Capital"), Park Sterling has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") a Registration Statement on Form S^4 that includes a Proxy Statement of Community Capital that also constitutes a Prospectus of Park Sterling, as well as other relevant documents concerning the proposed transaction. Once the Registration Statement is declared effective by the SEC, Community Capital will mail a definitive Proxy Statement/Prospectus to its shareholders. Shareholders are strongly urged to read the Registration Statement and the Proxy Statement/Prospectus regarding the proposed merger and other relevant documents filed with the SEC, as well as any amendments or supplements to those documents, because they will contain important information regarding the proposed merger. A free copy of the Proxy Statement/Prospectus, as well as other filings containing information about Park Sterling and Community Capital, may be obtained after their filing at the SEC's Internet site (http://www.sec.gov). In addition, free copies of documents filed with the SEC may be obtained on the respective websites of Park Sterling and Community Capital at www.parksterlingbank.com and www.capitalbanksc.com. This report does not constitute an offer to buy, or a solicitation to sell, shares of any security or the solicitation of any proxies from the shareholders of Park Sterling or Community Capital. Park Sterling and Community Capital and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Community Capital's shareholders in connection with the proposed merger. Information about the directors and executive officers of Park Sterling and Community Capital and information about other persons who may be deemed participants in this solicitation are included in the Proxy Statement/Prospectus. Information about Park Sterling's executive officers and directors can be found in Park Sterling's definitive proxy statement in connection with its 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders filed with the SEC on April 12, 2011. Information about Community Capital's executive officers and directors can be found in Community Capital's definitive proxy statement in connection with its 2010 Annual Meeting of Shareholders filed with the SEC on April 21, 2010. 3


 

Investment Opportunity 4 Our vision is to capitalize on a unique opportunity to create an $8 to $10 billion Carolinas and Virginia banking franchise that is A return to a model of soundness, profitability and growth Diversified by geography and business mix Noted for exceptional risk management, market management, relationship management, and client service The financial institution of choice for prospects, clients, employees, shareholders, and communities in the markets it serves To achieve our vision we plan to employ the following strategy: Focus on markets that are well known to management Utilize community banking model successfully executed by team Enter attractive de novo markets through recruitment of experienced market talent to accelerate organic growth Seize opportunity for traditional consolidator in the Carolinas and Virginia to acquire core deposits and expand product and line of business capabilities Embrace the highest standards of corporate governance Vision Strategy


 

Executive Officers and Directors 5 James C. Cherry Chief Executive Officer Bryan F. Kennedy, III President David L. Gaines Chief Financial Officer 23 years of banking experience including Chief Risk Officer for Corporate and Investment Banking, Senior VP and Comptroller, and Co-Manager of integration office for Wachovia Bank. Nancy M. Foster Chief Risk Officer 27 years of banking experience including Chief Risk Officer for CIT Group and Chief Credit Officer of Community Banking Group at LaSalle Bank. Leslie M. (Bud) Baker, Jr. Chairman Walter C. Ayers Director Larry W. Carroll Director Thomas B. Henson Director Jeffrey S. Kane Director 29 years of banking experience including President North Carolina, Regions Bank and Executive Vice President, Park Meridian Bank. Helped organize Park Sterling in October 2006. 31 years of banking experience including Chief Executive Officer of Mid-Atlantic Banking and Regional Executive / President of Virginia Banking, Wachovia Bank. Retired Chairman of Wachovia Corporation. Also served as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer as well as President of the North Carolina Bank and Chief Credit Officer. Retired President and Chief Executive Officer of the Virginia Bankers Association. Served as member of ABA's Communication Counsel, Government Relations Counsel and others. President and Chief Executive Officer of Carroll Financial Associates, Inc, a registered investment advisory firm. Helped organize Park Sterling in October 2006. Former CPA by background. President of Henson-Tomlin Interest, LLC and Senior Managing Director of Southeastern Private Investment Fund. Helped organize Park Sterling in October 2006. M&A attorney by background. Retired Senior Vice President in charge of Charlotte office of Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Also served as head of Banking Supervision and Regulation. Executive Officers Board of Directors Jean E. Davis Director Retired Senior Executive Vice President for Operations, Technology and eCommerce of Wachovia Corporation. Served as member of Financial Service Roundtable and director New York Clearing House.


 

6 Disclosure Policy: Management generally will not comment on specific M&A opportunities prior to execution of a merger agreement, nor on new hire opportunities prior to announcement. Charleston Columbia Greenville/ Spartanburg Wilmington Charlotte Research Triangle Piedmont Triad Richmond Hampton Roads Engaged in Mergers and Acquisitions Executing Organic Growth Received approval for de novo office in Charleston, SC and recruited additional bankers Recruited experienced bankers to lead new Research Triangle, NC initiative Actively recruiting additional bankers to accelerate growth in Greenville-Spartanburg, SC market Pipeline of opportunities across Virginia and the Carolinas remains extremely active Regulatory and economic environment likely to continue increasing pressure on community banks for some time Advancing Our Strategy Positioned Platform for Execution Completed $150.2 million public offering (NASDAQ: "PSTB") Expanded senior management team and reconstituted board Readied platform for execution Established due diligence approach and resources Formed bank holding company Adjusted management of loan portfolio


 

7 Financial Overview Will advance regional franchise objective across the Carolinas Will provide attractive source of core deposits Will expand current product capabilities Well positioned to support growth in targeted MSAs Financially attractive Acceptable risk profile Deposit Growth Source: SNL Financial and Company data. Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts. Data as of December 31, 2010 (unless otherwise noted). Merger Highlights Partnership with Community Capital


 

First Quarter Highlights 8 Key Activities Financial Highlights Entered into merger agreement with Community Capital Corporation (March 30, 2011) Will advance regional banking strategy Attractive financial transaction Compelling contribution to franchise Subject to customary closing conditions* Moved forward with growth initiatives and supporting infrastructure Received approval for de novo branch and added experienced bankers in Charleston, SC Recruited experienced banking team in Research Triangle, NC Expanded leadership in Risk and Finance Added Jean Davis to Board of Directors Completed review of loan portfolio with minimal resulting migration in pass grade credits Risk levels remain elevated, but declining NCOs down $3.8 million (43%) from 2010Q4 NPAs down $6.6 million (15%) from 2010Q4 (Unaudited, except 2010Q4 balance sheet; $ in thousands, except per share amounts) * Closing subject to customary closing conditions including regulatory approval and approval by Community Capital shareholders


 

9 Tangible Common Equity / Tangible Assets (%) Capital Peer group percentiles include depository institutions headquartered in Virginia and the Carolinas with $400 million to $4 billion in total assets. (Source: SNL) (Unaudited, except 2010Q4 balance sheet; $ in thousands) Liquidity Regulatory Liquidity Ratio (%) Strong Capital and Liquidity


 

10 2011Q1 Deposit Mix (%) Summary Total Deposits $421.5 million Brokered and Core Deposit Mix (%) (Unaudited, except 2010Q4 deposit mix and borrowed funds. $ in thousands) (Wholesale Funding includes brokered CDs and FHLB borrowings.) Improved Funding Profile


 

11 (Unaudited; $ in thousands) 2011Q1 Loan Portfolio Mix Gross Loans $388.2 million Improved Loan Mix Reduced C&D Mix Increased C&I/Owner-Occupied Mix


 

12 Loan Portfolio by Risk Grade (Unaudited; $ in thousands) (Grade distribution shown before deferred fees. Risk Grades: 5 - Lowest Pass, 6 - Criticized, 7 - Classified) ) Asset Quality Stabilizing Asset Quality by Type Allowance / Total Loans (%) Peer group percentiles include depository institutions headquartered in Virginia and the Carolinas with $400 million to $4 billion in total assets. (Source: SNL)


 

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14 Apendix: Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures (1) (Unaudited, except 2009Q4; $ in thousands) (1) Tangible assets, tangible common equity, tangible book value and related ratios, as used throughout this presentation, are non-GAAP financial measures. "Tangible assets" equals period end total assets less intangible assets. "Tangible common equity" equals period end common shareholders' equity less intangible assets. "Tangible book value per share" equals period end tangible common equity divided by period end dilutive common shares issued and outstanding. Special Note As contemplated during equity raise, Park Sterling awarded certain performance-based restricted shares to officers and directors following formation of bank holding company These 568,260 shares vest one-third each when stock price per share reaches the following performance thresholds for 30 consecutive trading days 125% of offer price ($8.13) 140% of offer price ($9.10) 160% of offer price ($10.40) These anti-dilutive restricted shares are issued (and thereby have voting rights), but are not included in EPS or TBV per share calculations until they vest (and thereby have economic rights)