ROGER Bank is proud to announce the appointment of retired Army Lt. Col. Marcus Castilla as Director of the new digital bank designed for the new recruit and optimized for the military community.“Marcus’ proven track record in corporate management coupled with his commitment to excellence cultivated from his 25 years in the U.S. Army align perfectly to lead ROGER’s mission of serving the military community,” said Jill Castilla, President and CEO of Citizens Bank of Edmond and founder of ROGER. “Built and led by veterans and award-winning fintech leaders, ROGER Bank is delivering the banking experience that service members deserve. Marcus is the right leader to accelerate our impact.”With more than 25 years of military service and an illustrious career as an executive leader in medical sales, Marcus Castilla will play a pivotal role in fostering growth for the digital bank and developing innovative strategies to generate a competitive advantage for customers. As Director, Marcus Castilla will lead ROGER in its objectives to deliver a streamlined banking experience, empower financial health, and elevate financial freedom for America’s military members.“ROGER Bank exists to revolutionize the banking experience for our nation’s service members, their families and those who support our military,” said Marcus Castilla. “We are laser focused on supporting those newly enlisted by removing all possible barriers so they can chart this new chapter with peace of mind and financial security. Founded and led by veterans, ROGER will be bullish in its mission to be accessible, secure and the most convenient form of banking for America’s men and women in uniform.”Marcus Castilla’s journey to ROGER is deeply intertwined with his family’s legacy. During his military service that included the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve, Marcus Castilla held leadership positions globally and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Military Police Corps. There he met his wife, Jill, who also served in the U.S. Army and the Oklahoma Army National Guard. Today, two of their children are serving on active duty.“Marcus brings an extensive network and an impressive reputation of leading teams to achieve record-setting sale goals,” Jill Castilla continued. “He will be instrumental in driving the growth of ROGER nationwide and enhancing our support for those who serve our country.”The family’s intergenerational support for the military is matched by their generational involvement in the banking industry, as Jill’s family established Citizens Bank of Edmond in 1901, the longest-serving community bank in Edmond. Under Jill’s leadership, Citizens Bank of Edmond became designated in 2023 as a minority depository institution (MDI), a qualification achieved by guiding the bank’s employee stock ownership program to become Citizens’ biggest shareholder.“Anchored by the award-winning Citizens Bank of Edmond and leaning into modern technology, ROGER brings the values and benefits of community banking to active military members – no matter where they live. Both new service members and those near the end of their military career can count on ROGER to put their financial interests first,” Marcus continued.Launched in August 2023, ROGER is a digital bank established by Citizens Bank of Edmond in partnership with Nymbus, a leading fintech provider renowned for its digital banking solutions. This strategic collaboration empowers Citizens Bank of Edmond to bring ROGER to life, catering to the distinctive financial requirements of military service members.About ROGER Bank:ROGER Bank is a leading financial institution dedicated to serving the needs of the military community. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on providing tailored financial solutions, ROGER Bank empowers service members, veterans, and their families to achieve their financial goals with confidence. Visit us at roger.bank.About Citizens Bank of Edmond:Founded in 1901 in the same intersection where it stands today, employee-owned Citizens Bank of Edmond is proud to be one of only 14 women-led financial institutions in the US. With 65 employees and one location, the small but mighty bank is nationally renowned. While personalized service is a trademark, Citizens Bank of Edmond is very innovative, with all the conveniences of a larger financial institution. Citizens Bank of Edmond hosts Heard on Hurd, the largest monthly food truck and music festival in the US, offers a co-working space at Vault 405, launched ROGER Bank aimed at serving the military, and owns the patent to the nation's first unmanned banking facility at Midtown Bank. Based in Edmond, Oklahoma, Citizens Bank of Edmond is FDIC insured with total assets exceeding $360 million. For more information, visit mycitizens.bank.
