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In early 2003, a diverse group of business and
community leaders in Wilson County began to visualize a new bank
in Lebanon and Mt. Juliet – a bank that would be known for
returning to the simple basics of banking:
– friendly, experienced bankers
– conveniently delivering superior services and products
– to individuals and businesses in the communities they
serve.
Another aim of the organizing group of men and women was to provide
a realistic opportunity for all interested people in the community
to own stock in the bank. Thus, a minimum initial investment of
$1,000.00 was chosen, allowing individuals with different financial
resources the opportunity to own stock in the proposed bank.
Almost a year later, the original goals of the founders have been
realized in CedarStone Bank. A team of experienced,
professional, and yes, friendly bankers are in place to serve their
customers – customers that in all likelihood may be initial
shareholders as well. Over 800 people representing a true cross
section of our community have chosen to subscribe to the stock offering.
April 19, 2004 was a historic day for CedarStone Bank
as we officially opened both our Lebanon and Mt. Juliet Offices.
However, in many ways, our history lies before us as we seek to
be the type of bank our founders originally envisioned. We would
consider it an honor to earn your business and confidence in the
months and years ahead.
The primary mission of CedarStone Bank is to simply
be the best bank in the markets we serve. We will always seek to
fulfill that mission by consistently focusing on our:
- Customers – Delivering
excellent services and products
- Employees – Providing
rewarding and enjoyable careers
- Shareholders – Generating
above average returns on investment
- Communities – Helping
to make them even better
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