Our Story

Founded in 1897, the North Carolina Bankers Association (NCBA) has been a pillar of support for North Carolina’s banking industry for over a century. From its earliest days, the NCBA has worked to bring together banking institutions of all kinds to foster collaboration and advocate for the interests of the state’s financial sector. As North Carolina has evolved, the NCBA has remained steadfast in its mission to provide leadership, guidance, and education for its members. Through its dedication to advocacy and professional development, the Association helps its members navigate the complexities of modern banking, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry trends and regulatory changes.


Strong Banks, Strong Communities

At its core, the NCBA is driven by a commitment to the people of North Carolina – both to our member banks and to the communities you serve. We achieve our goal of strengthening communities through banking while staying connected to our core values:

We are member driven in
all that we do.

We are the voice of North Carolina banking.

We are constantly seeking greater understanding.

We are honest and accountable in all we do.

We are committed to the communities we serve.