The Citizens Bank: Solid Traditions Smart Solutions.

An old-fashioned style of service coupled with modern day financial products; that's who we are. When you bank with us you get the best of both worlds.

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Since 1943, The Citizens Bank has provided individuals and commercial customers with the best old-fashioned style service coupled with modern-day financial products. Following the traumatic years of The Great Depression, the citizens of Olanta, South Carolina, were eager to pursue their dreams and set new financial goals, but they needed a bank nearby. The practical name for the bank once it was established was The Citizens Bank, representing the unique style of personal, courteous, and efficient service the local citizens received. On the cusp of celebrating 80 years, The Citizens Bank (TCB) still operates on these same principles while maintaining consistent growth. In 2022, TCB merged with Sandhills Bank expanding its customer relationships to the eastern part of South Carolina. Today, TCB operates 25 locations throughout South Carolina. TCB’s President, Thomas Bouchette, described

the merger as, “the perfect partnership.” He continues, “With size comes additional resources and the ability to handle larger loans and banking products. The additional branches provide an increase in ATM coverage and also allow us Thomas Bouchette, to invest more in technology President of that further enhances our The Citizens Bank customer’s banking experience.” The Citizens Bank is known for its local management and decision-making ability at customer level. “We understand the local market and strive to empower our bankers with the autonomy they need to be responsive and use good judgment based on individual circumstances. Decisions are made by using a simple and straightforward process,” explains Bouchette. TCB operates on “Solid Traditions. Smart Solutions.” While the bank has nearly doubled in size over the last few years, they still maintain their unique style of hometown services for all of its customers' financial needs. When asked what 2023 brings, Bouchette is excited about the continued growth for customers and career advancement for TCB’s bankers. “Their [bankers'] commitment to our customers and the communities they serve are unparalleled. Even though we have increased our footprint with new locations and more employees, we have been able to maintain our culture which is predicated on small-town bank core values. This culture and core values have served us well over the last 80 years and we have no plans of changing it regardless of size,” says Bouchette. “Watching the TCB ‘family’ grow personally and professionally by building long-term and sustainable relationships with the TCB brand is the most exciting part of what motivates me and our team to do better every day.” Whatever your financial needs, TCB is ready to serve you. The Citizens Bank is here to help you and your business grow.