05/22/2026
Charlie Cross, Chief Executive Officer, CS Bank, is pleased to announce CS Bank President, Jason Tennant, has been appointed as Chairman of the Arkansas Bankers Associationโs Board of Directors. The Arkansas Bankers Association is an organization that is committed to serving and advocating for Arkansas banks statewide. As Chairman, Jason will provide leadership and strategic direction for the organization and its member banks across the state while elevating Arkansas banking on a national stage. In this role, he will work closely with the ABA Board of Directors and leadership to advance key industry priorities, strengthen advocacy efforts, and represent Arkansas bankers in critical conversations with policymakers, regulators, and national banking organizations. His leadership will help ensure the voice of community banking in Arkansas is not only heard, but influential, driving decisions that directly impact the consumers, and businessโ banks serve on a daily basis. From expanding access to financial services and advancing fraud protection to supporting innovation in digital banking, Tennantโs role will help shape a stronger, more responsive banking experience for individuals, families, and businesses across Arkansas.
Cross stated, โI know I speak for our entire CS Bank family when saying how tremendously proud we are of Jason and his leadership within the Arkansas Bankers Association. His advocacy for our industry will be paramount to Arkansas banking and the foundation of the financial services field. Being fortunate enough to work alongside Jason daily, I can attest to how deserving he is to be elevated into this statewide leadership role. Our company is blessed to have his affiliation.โ
Please join us in congratulating Jason on this huge moment for not only CS Bank but for banks across our great state of Arkansas!
Arkansas Bankers Association