Our History

A lot has changed in Milwaukee over the last 100 years. One thing that hasn't is Park Bank's enduring dedication to serving its valued customers and its steadfast determination to building a stronger community.

A Foundation Built on Relationships

Back in 1915, the world looked very different. Business and banking transactions were done face-to-face, with a handshake. And despite the tremendous impact technology has on everything we do today, Park Bank continues to operate under our same 100-year-old principles – forming deep, personal relationships with our customers so that we can share their vision of success. Becoming their trusted, local banking partner, we are able to stand by them every step of the way, earning their loyalty, day in and day out.

1921 — The 34th & Lisbon location opening day
1921 — The 34th & Lisbon location opens across the street from Park Savings Bank’s original building on 33rd Street.

Growing with the community

A look back. Here are some milestones for Park Bank since 1915.

1915 - 1930s

Jesse Cappon

1915—Jesse Cappon is named the bank's first president as Park Savings Bank opens.

Lisbon building

1921—Grand opening of new bank building at 34th and Lisbon.

F.G. Exner

1926—F.G. Exner becomes the bank's second president.

collection of photos of Park Bank employees in uniform. Buy war bonds advertisement on side of trolley bus circa 1941.

Collection of bank employees in uniform. "Buy War Bonds" advertisement on the side of a trolley bus, Milwaukee.

1930s - 1950s

1941
Numerous bank employees leave their positions to serve in the military.

1947
Paul H. Wendt becomes the bank's third president.

1951
Harold F. Van Beckum becomes the bank's fourth president.

1950s - 1980s

Park State Bank logo

1955—The bank's name is officially changed to Park State Bank.

1965—50th anniversary, new location on Capitol Drive.

Spencer Van Ess

1967—Spencer Van Ess becomes the bank's fifth president.

Billboard advertisement for Park Bank

Billboard advertisement for Park Bank.

1980s - 2000s

1982
John H. Kelly becomes the bank's sixth president and also CEO.

1983
P. Michael Mahoney becomes the bank's seventh president.

1987
The bank's name is officially changed to Park Bank.

2000s - Today

2010
David P. Werner becomes the bank's eighth president.

2015
Park Bank celebrates its 100th anniversary.

November 7, 2018
Park Bank reaches the $1 billion mark in total assets.

Park Bank—Brookfield branch

Park Bank—Brookfield branch

Today

We look forward to serving you for another 100 years with the same level of commitment that has become the standard for everything we do.

Here's our plan for the future:

  1. Maintain our agility and anticipate ever-changing customer needs to get results faster.
  2. Stay committed to helping local businesses grow by taking the time to see what success looks like through their eyes.
  3. Never stop innovating, using our experience, knowledge and dedication to local business to drive us to get better every day.