Dominik Mjartan

Community Development Bankers Association operates as the national trade association of the community development bank sector. It educates policymakers, regulators, legislators and the general public on the importance of community development banks. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Part of SCCB Financial Corp. (South Carolina), Optus Bank is a community bank that was founded in 1921 by a group of African American leaders who believed in providing access to the American dream for all, regardless of their circumstances. The company is based in Columbia, SC and is a minority depository institution and a certified community development financial institution. Optus Bank's mission is to close the wealth gap created by systemic disparities in the financial industry by providing loans and banking services to local businesses and individuals. The company was built upon the foundation created by Victory Savings and Loan, established 100 years ago to provide access to capital to individuals and businesses excluded from the banking system. Dominik Mjartan has been the CEO of the company since 2017.

Climate First Bank is a community bank that offers a complete portfolio of traditional banking products powered by high technology. Climate First Bank is based in St. Petersburg, FL, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The bank places a special emphasis on non-governmental organizations and businesses committed to sustainability, offering dedicated loan options for solar photovoltaic, energy retrofits, and infrastructure to help combat the climate crisis. The company was founded by Kenneth E. Laroe, who has been the CEO since incorporation.

South Carolina Bankers Association engages in the provision of services for legislative, regulatory, educational, and value-added. It offers bank robbery posters, community investment corporation, thumbprint signature, and services offered by preferred vendors and associate members. The company was founded in 1901 and is headquartered in Columbia, SC.

Southern Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company that provides banking and lending services. It offers personal and business banking services. The company was founded by William Jefferson Clinton, Samuel Robson Walton and Mack McLarty in 1986 and is headquartered in Arkadelphia, AR.