Our History
The Citizens Bank was founded in February of 1946. The driving force behind this corporation was Walter Hubert Beall of Andalusia, Alabama. Mr. Beall, in conjunction with a number of local community leaders, organized The Citizens Bank as the second bank servicing the City of Enterprise. Mr. Beall maintained control of the Bank for several years until it was sold to one of the other original incorporators, Edward C. Sherling and an employee, D.F. Reaves. Mr. Sherling and Mr. Reaves maintained control of the bank until 1965.
The Citizens Bank was first located on the corner of Main and Grubbs Street with approximately 10 employees. On June 23, 1960, the Bank moved to 301 South Main Street of Enterprise. The Bank was one of the first banks of our size in the southeast to be computerized in December of 1969. In July of 1989, the Bank moved into its newest building on 301 South Edwards Street. The Bank opened a Loan Production Office in Fairhope, Alabama on May 27, 2015, which became a full-service office on February 1, 2016. A Loan Production Office was opened in Andalusia, Alabama on June 27, 2016.
The basic management philosophy of The Citizens Bank is based upon safety, soundness, and personal service. We are proud to have played a key role in the financial growth of our area, and we are looking forward to the continued growth and prosperity of our communities in the coming years.
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Mission Statement
The Citizens Bank is committed to providing safe, sound, and personalized financial services that strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by integrity, local leadership, and a dedication to building lasting relationships, we strive to help our customers, businesses, and communities achieve financial success while preserving the hometown values that have defined our bank since 1946.
Our Board of Directors
Every member of our board of directors has one goal in mind: Provide quality service to everyone in our communities. Those members include:
- James H. Weatherford, Jr. - Chairman
- Kelly F. Jones
- Shannon C. Chancey
- Martha W. Williams
- Paul H. Davis