Florida Citizens Bank

Florida Citizens Bank was established on December 23, 1998. Initially serving the financial needs of its community, the institution underwent several name changes and mergers throughout its history. On April 6, 2002, the bank moved its main office to 3919 West Newberry Road in Gainesville, Florida. In December 2015, Florida Citizens Bank merged with Harbor Community Bank located in Fort Pierce, Florida. The bank continued to evolve and, on January 1, 2018, it became part of CenterState Bank, National Association, based in Winter Haven, Florida. Following this merger, the institution's name was changed to South State Bank, National Association on June 8, 2020. The final name change occurred on November 5, 2021, solidifying its identity as SouthState Bank, National Association.

Below is a list of some important events in banks history, including mergers and acquisitions.

1998-12-23Institution established. Original name: Florida Citizens Bank.

2002-04-06Main Office moved to 3919 West Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32607.

2015-12-05Merged and became part of Harbor Community Bank in Fort Pierce, FL.

2018-01-01Merged and became part of CenterState Bank, National Association (33555) in Winter Haven, FL.

2020-06-08Changed Institution Name to South State Bank, National Association.

2021-11-05Changed Institution Name to SouthState Bank, National Association.