Bank holding company providing community banking and financial services through its subsidiary, Civista Bank.
Civista Bancshares, Inc. serves as the financial holding company overseeing Civista Bank, a prominent provider of community banking services. Established in 1884 and headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio, Civista Bancshares offers a comprehensive range of financial solutions tailored to meet the needs of its diverse customer base. The bank actively collects various customer deposits and extends a wide array of loans, including commercial, agriculture, real estate, construction, and consumer loans, alongside offering letters of credit to facilitate business and personal financial needs.
In addition to its lending and deposit-taking activities, Civista Bancshares engages in securities purchases and provides essential trust and third-party insurance services. The bank operates through approximately 42 locations strategically spread across Northern, Central, Southwestern, and Northwestern Ohio, as well as Southeastern Indiana and Northern Kentucky. This extensive network enables Civista Bank to maintain close connections with local communities while delivering personalized banking experiences and fostering long-term relationships with its customers.
Formerly known as First Citizens Banc Corp before rebranding in May 2015, Civista Bancshares continues to uphold its longstanding commitment to financial stewardship and community support. With over a century of experience in the banking industry, Civista Bancshares remains dedicated to enhancing financial well-being and driving economic growth across the regions it serves, embodying a tradition of integrity, innovation, and customer-focused banking solutions.