ADA, OK – Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led ribbon-cutting and sign unveiling ceremonies to dedicate an Ada branch of Chickasaw Community Bank. Anoatubby said the bank’s mission, “building better lives for everyone,” reflects the Chickasaw Nation’s commitment to the progress and prosperity of communities.
“By focusing on people and community, and by remaining rooted in the same fundamental principles that have kept Chickasaws united and thriving for centuries, Chickasaw Community Bank has grown to be a leading financial institution, and we are excited to extend that here as we begin this new chapter in the history of Chickasaw Community Bank,” said Governor Anoatubby.
Established in 2002 in Oklahoma City, Chickasaw Community Bank has served the financial needs of Oklahomans and First Americans across the country for the past two decades. In 2025, Chickasaw Community Bank acquired Oklahoma Heritage Bank, a well-established community bank serving the Ada, Stratford, Roff and Byng communities with a rich legacy of locally focused service.
“For the Chickasaw Nation, this bank is much more than a business. It is a homegrown institution that draws on traditional Chickasaw values and our long history of being a good neighbor and a willing partner in the progress and prosperity of our shared communities,” said Governor Anoatubby. “Since its beginning, the bank has been a resource for economic and community development, primarily in the Oklahoma City area. Now, we are excited to begin delivering those services and benefits here.”
Expanding the bank to Ada, home of the Chickasaw Nation’s headquarters, medical center and several facilities and businesses, represents an ongoing investment in the local community and contributes to the local economy and quality of life for the people who live and work in the Ada community.
The Chickasaw Nation has continually invested in Ada’s growth and progress to strengthen the city in a range of ways, including infrastructure improvements, enhanced public safety and educational opportunities, as well as partnerships with local businesses, local governments and various organizations.
“As a tribally-owned bank, we possess unique insights into the workings of federal loan programs, which enables us to develop customized approaches to services,” said Governor Anoatubby. “We make it a priority to offer financial services to tribes, tribal housing authorities and other tribal entities to help them meet the specific needs of their citizens.”
