A Century of Community Roots
SSB Bank, formerly Spiro State Bank, has been serving the needs of LeFlore County and Eastern Oklahoma since 1913. In 1966, William F. Schmidt, Jr. purchased Spiro State Bank. The bank moved from downtown Spiro to its current location in 1974. In 1988, Spiro State Bank purchased deposits and certain assets of the former First State Bank of Talihina from the FDIC. The Talihina branch continues to serve the region.
2024: A New Era of Growth and Expansion
Spiro State Bank was acquired by Prairie Bell Holdings, Inc. in March 2024. This strategic move, led by Mr. Mark Richey (Chairman and CEO) and Mr. Justin Lee (Executive Vice President and CLO), positions the bank for a bold new chapter of growth and modernization, including a name change to “SSB Bank” reflecting the new Tulsa metro location. The leadership team brings fresh energy and vision to the bank’s long-standing tradition of trust and community service.
SSB Expands to Tulsa
In May 2024, SSB Bank opened its third location in Tulsa, Oklahoma, bringing more than a century of community banking values to a growing metropolitan customer base. With this expansion came the launch of significantly enhanced online and mobile banking capabilities, offering customers modern tools for managing their finances with ease and security, no matter their location. The Tulsa branch also brings new commercial banking solutions and personalized service tailored to meet the evolving needs of urban and small business clients.
A Century of Trust, A Future of Innovation
As we look to the future, SSB Bank remains grounded in the values that have guided us for more than 100 years—integrity, service, and community commitment. From our roots in Spiro to our newest presence in Tulsa, we are proud to continue delivering personalized banking built on lasting relationships. At the same time, we’re investing in advanced digital tools, enhanced online services, and modern conveniences to meet the evolving needs of today’s customers. With “Modern banking. A century of trust.” as our guiding message, SSB is more committed than ever to serving our communities with both tradition and forward-thinking solutions.
Modern Banking. A Century of Trust.
