About Community Bank Services

Community Bank Services is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the North Carolina Bankers Association, designed to meet the unique needs of financial institutions across the state. Since its founding in 1981, CBS has established itself as a reliable partner for banks, offering access to exclusive products, services, and benefits through trusted vendor relationships. Additionally, CBS operates a full-service insurance agency, specializing in financial institution bonds and directors and officers liability coverage, ensuring your bank is prepared for today’s challenges.

What sets CBS apart is its commitment to reinvesting in the banking community. Revenue generated through service fees, royalties, and commissions directly supports the NCBA’s ability to maintain a low dues structure for its members. Over the years, more than $20 million has been upstreamed to the Association, reinforcing its mission of advocacy, education, and support for North Carolina’s banking professionals.


Lauren Perry

President

Janice Royster

VP, Director of Member Services

Ashley Wise

CBS Specialist

Why Choose CBS?

Choosing CBS means choosing a partner that understands your industry. Whether you’re selecting products to offer your customers or solutions to improve your institution’s daily operations, CBS ensures you have access to vetted, reliable options and a dedicated team of experts at your disposal. By leveraging the strength of CBS-endorsed vendor relationships, you’re not only gaining access to top-tier solutions but also contributing to the broader success of the banking industry in North Carolina.


CBS Board of Directors

Jonathan Krieps

North State Bank

Chair

Jeff Brinkman

New Republic Bank

Vice Chair

Kristen Brabble

First Carolina Bank

Brady Young

Bank of Oak Ridge

Dit Breault

KS Bank

Meredith Begley

Black Mountain Savings Bank

Bryan Maynor

Lumbee Guranty Bank

David Beaver

Uwharrie Bank

Caitlyn Holloway

Dogwood State Bank