Cunningham Joins Citizens Bank for Expansion Leadership

EDMOND, Okla., Oct. 6, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- James Cunningham, a nationally experienced banking strategist and an enlisted U.S. Army combat veteran, has joined Citizens Bank of Edmond and ROGER Bank as Growth Officer. The appointment aims to accelerate the next era of expansion for both organizations, building on Citizens' 125-year legacy.

Founded in 1901, Citizens Bank of Edmond is Oklahoma County's oldest, continuously operating community bank. The bank has a rich history and is dedicated to serving customers through innovative banking solutions and exceptional service. With a legacy of 125 years and headquartered in Edmond, Oklahoma, Citizens Bank of Edmond combines relationship-driven service with forward-thinking innovation to meet the evolving needs of customers and the community.

ROGER Bank, a modern, veteran-founded digital bank, is dedicated to the financial well-being of U.S. military members and their families. Backed by Citizens Bank of Edmond in Oklahoma, ROGER is veteran-owned, led, and operated, and was created to revolutionize the banking experience for those in uniform. As one of the nation's fastest-growing military banks, ROGER Bank offers high-yield checking and savings accounts, zero overdraft fees, and early direct deposit of military pay. ROGER Bank's team is composed of 100% veterans or active service members, and its advisory board includes distinguished military and industry leaders.

Cunningham joins Citizens and ROGER from USAA, where he served as Head of Military Affairs Strategy and previously as a Bank Strategy Director. At USAA, he developed strategies spanning the organization's military engagement, marketing, and lines of business. His experience includes strategy and business development at Markley Group, investment banking at JPMorgan Chase, and portfolio strategy at Zions Bancorporation. Earlier in his career, Cunningham led the Military Skills Translator at Military.com, quadrupling the product's revenue during his tenure. He also managed and developed digital platforms for Hiring Our Heroes, an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce connecting veterans and military spouses with employment opportunities.

Cunningham previously worked at McKinsey & Company, advising clients across multiple markets on strategy, implementation, technology modernization, and digital business building. His experience also includes strategy and business development at Markley Group, investment banking at JPMorgan Chase, and portfolio strategy at Zions Bancorporation. Earlier in his career, Cunningham led the Military Skills Translator at Military.com, quadrupling the product's revenue during his tenure. He also managed and developed digital platforms for Hiring Our Heroes, an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce connecting veterans and military spouses with employment opportunities.

Cunningham began his career as an Airborne Calvary Scout in the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of sergeant in two and a half years. He earned an MBA from Harvard Business School and graduated cum laude from the University of Utah.