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About Us
At Country Club Bank, we believe banking is about more than transactions—it’s about relationships, trust and a shared commitment to the communities we serve. As a three-generation family-led, Kansas City-based financial institution, we offer the best of both worlds: the expertise and innovative solutions of a large financial organization with the personal service and local decision-making that only a community bank can provide.
Our Story
Founded in 1953 as Ward Parkway Bank, Country Club Bank has been a cornerstone of the Kansas City community for more than seven decades. In 1963, we adopted the name Country Club Bank and established our holding company, CCB Financial Corporation, in 1968 to support our long-term growth.
Our transformative journey began in 1985 when the late Byron Thompson, a visionary Kansas City entrepreneur, acquired majority ownership. Under his leadership, the bank experienced remarkable growth, expanding from a single-location $42 million institution to a multifaceted financial entity with more than $2.13 billion in assets. This expansion included the addition of a trust company, investment services, insurance, wealth management, mergers and acquisitions, and asset and liability management for community banks nationwide—alongside the growth to 20 locations across Greater Kansas City.
Family-Led, Community-Focused
Today, under the guidance of Chairman and CEO Paul Thompson, Byron's son, Country Club Bank continues its legacy of community-focused banking. Our leadership team includes eight members from the second and third generations of the Thompson family.
Together with our 450+ associates, we remain deeply invested in Kansas City’s growth and success. Our focus has never changed: putting clients and community first, offering tailored financial solutions and fostering economic vitality in the region we call home.
Our Culture and Values
Our mission is to fuel the economic success and vitality of the individuals, businesses and communities we serve. Our vision is to be the premier relationship-based financial institution in the Kansas City area, guided by the core values upheld by every member of our team:
Achievement
Compassion
Enthusiasm
Integrity
Teamwork
At Country Club Bank, we pride ourselves on offering high-tech solutions with a high-touch approach. Local decision-making ensures responsiveness, while our breadth of financial expertise provides the innovation and strategic insight our clients need to succeed. Whether financing a first home, growing a business or preserving wealth for future generations, we are committed to helping our clients find a financial path that aligns with their goals, values and aspirations.
Beyond Banking
Country Club Bank’s team doesn’t just serve Kansas City—we are part of it. We actively invest in the community through philanthropy, volunteerism and support for local businesses and organizations.
In addition to managing money, we build relationships, strengthen our home town and help our clients navigate their financial journey with confidence. That’s what has defined us for more than 70 years. It is, quite simply, what sets us apart. By reinvesting in the people and places that make this city thrive, we ensure Kansas City remains a vibrant, opportunity-rich home for future generations.