Bank OZK traces its origins back to its inception as a small community bank in Jasper, Arkansas, in 1903. However, its transformative journey began in 1979 when George Gleason, a visionary 25-year-old attorney, acquired controlling interest in Bank of the Ozarks. At that time, the bank had $28 million in assets and two locations in rural Arkansas. Today, Bank OZK has flourished into a financial powerhouse with $26 billion in assets, over 2,800 employees, and 240 offices across eight states. At Bank OZK, we honor our community bank heritage by blending high ethical standards with cutting-edge technologies to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities. Committed to fostering growth and prosperity, we support small businesses—the anchors of our economy—with customized lending, personalized services, and innovative tools. Our goal is to empower clients to reach their full potential and contribute to the vibrancy of local communities. While deeply rooted in community service, Bank OZK has also played a significant role in changing skylines across the United States. The establishment of Real Estate Specialties Group (RESG) in 2003 marked a pivotal step, focusing on high-quality commercial real estate and construction projects. RESG, based in Dallas, Texas, has become a national leader in construction lending, emphasizing quality and industry-leading standards. Under the leadership of Mr. George Gleason, who became Chairman and CEO in 1979, Bank OZK has achieved remarkable success. From aspiring to be the best bank in Arkansas, the institution has grown to become the largest bank in the state and has consistently been recognized as one of the top-performing banks in the entire country. Accolades, such as being named #1 in Bank Director’s Performance Powerhouse Study and inclusion in Forbes’ “America’s Best Banks” and “World’s Best Banks,” highlight Bank OZK’s strength, stability, and commitment to innovation. The foundation of our success lies in unwavering adherence to core values—personal commitment to excellence, fair dealing, and exceptional customer service. Every day, we strive to be the best banking organization and corporate citizen in each community we serve, embodying The OZK Way.