Wauchula State Bank opens for business on April 24, 1929.
While working for a Panama City bank, J.W. Crews, Sr. acquires controlling interest of Wauchula State Bank on May 25, 1932.
J.W. Crews, Sr. moves to Wauchula and becomes President of Wauchula State Bank. The October 1934 issue of The American Banker stated, Crews, age 26, was the youngest bank president in the U.S. at that time.
Our landmark clock was installed on the northwest corner of the bank building and is still operational today. It stands as a symbol of our tradition and history.
J.W. "Bill" Crews, Jr. continues the bank's philosophy and commitment to conservative, customer-focused service.
The bank opens its first branch office in Bowling Green.
The Crews family establishes a holding company, Crews Banking Corporation, that today includes Wauchula State Bank, Crews Bank & Trust, Charlotte State Bank & Trust and Englewood Bank & Trust.
The bank expands its service coverage area to Highlands County with a Lake Placid location.
J.W. "Bill" Crews Jr., Chairman of the Board, names Robert E. "Bob" Hanchey as President. (Pictured at right)
Wauchula State Financial Services is established to provide non-bank financial services to our customers and communities.
With a growing number of customers in Highlands County, we expanded into the Sebring market.
Jake joins our management team as a fourth-generation Crews family member.
After earning a Bachelor's Degree in Finance and spending three years as a bank examiner in Florida, Jake brought a fresh perspective to the organization.
Jake continues to build upon his family's heritage through his passion for technology and dedication to customer relationships.
Business Lounge opens in Downtown Winter Haven.
Donna began her career with the bank in 1980 and has been in senior management more than 20 years. Her dedication to the organization and passion for helping customers reinforce the culture of Wauchula State Bank in providing excellent service with trust and integrity.
J.W. "Jake" Crews IV moves from President to lead the bank as CEO, and J.W. "Bill" Crews, Jr. assumes the role of Vice Chairman of the Board.
After serving the Polk County market for many years from offices in neighboring Hardee County and Highlands County to the south, the bank opens a new Loan Office in Lakeland.
Wauchula State Bank opens a new location in the historic Nathan's Men's Store in the heart of Downtown Lakeland.
With 22 locations serving 13 counties throughout Central and Southwestern Florida, the Crews Banking Corporation family of banks gives world-class service with a community touch.
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