Why "it" Matters
Citizens Bank of Ada
"it" Does Matter Where You Bank
Citizens Bank of Ada was founded in 1967 by four of Ada's finest business and civic leaders, who between them had over 35 years of banking experience. They believed a bank should strengthen the surrounding community, and we still believe that today.
Mission
"Empowering our neighbors to reach their dreams while honoring God by the way we serve."
Our mission at Citizens Bank of Ada is simple. We want to be good stewards of all that God has entrusted us and make an impact in our community and beyond. We believe that "it" does matter where you bank.
"it" Factors
Service Minded
One of our top priorities is to meet the needs of our customers, neighbors, and community.
Relationship Focused
We believe in building an intentional and meaningful relationship with each of our customers.
Faith Driven
We pray before meetings and partaking in meals, and we seek the Lord’s will for our financial institution.
History
On November 19, 1965, the charter for Citizens Bank of Ada was granted by the Oklahoma State Banking Department. Organizers of the new bank wanted a locally owned bank, with local control and local decision making powers.
On February 19, 1967, Citizens Bank of Ada invited the community to an Open House at the Main Bank location, at 123 West 12th. A local contractor constructed the beautiful new building, and local materials, such as the brick, were used wherever possible, boasting that Citizens Bank of Ada is a "local bank."
As the town of Ada grew, so did Citizens Bank of Ada:
- 1978- The Motor Bank on the corner of 12th and Townsend was built.
- 1986- An upper level was added to the Main Bank which nearly doubled its size.
- Valentines Day, 2001- The Arlington Branch on the corner of Arlington and Country Club Road celebrated its Grand Opening.
- December 2008- The South Branch on Cradduck Road opened.
Board of Directors

Bill Clark
Chairman
President at Great Plains Inc.

Kassie Cothran
CEO at Citizens Bank of Ada

David Young
Board Member
CFO at Citizens Bank of Ada

C.C. Buxton III
Board Member
Buxton & Co, PC

Mike Cantrell
Board Member
Cantrell Investments, LLC

Jimmy Eppler
Retired President
CEO at Citizens Bank of Ada

Mary Garber
Board Member
Financial Consultant

Wendell Godwin
Board Member
President at East Central University

Joe Landrum
Board Member
President at Black's Mens and Ladies Wear

Randall Pogue
Board Member
President at Arrow Operating Inc.

Michael G. Smith
Board Member
Retired Trial Lawyer

John Treat
Board Member
President at Treat's Solutions

Riley Young
Board Member
Citizens Ada Financial Corporation

Jenny Cypert
Advisory Board Member
Business and Industry Director at Pontotoc Technology Center

Alex Leach
Advisory Board Member
Chief Operating Officer at Leachco, Inc.

Scott Emerson
Advisory Board Member
Deputy Secretary of Operations and Services at The Chickasaw Nation