40th Anniversary

Celebrating the past as we look forward to the future

For 40 years, Bonvenu Bank has been proud to grow alongside the communities we serve. Built here and committed to here, we’ve spent four decades putting people first, supporting local businesses, and helping our neighbors move forward with confidence. 

Born & Built in Louisiana

1980s

  • 1985: We opened for business on Oct. 7

1990s

  • 1995: Formation of one-bank Holding Company 
  • 1996: Groundbreaking of the new Main Office in Bossier City 

2000s

  • 2002: Mortgage Division opens

2010s

  • 2010: Bank becomes the #1 Bank in Bossier Parish 
  • 2011: Consummates merger of Citizens and Trust of Springhill in March 
  • 2011: Investment Services Division opens 
  • 2016: Jason Smith becomes President and CEO 
  • 2018: Voted Best Banks to work for by American Banker 
  • 2019: Employee Volunteer Program launched 
  • 2019: Bank celebrates reaching a billion dollars in total assets

2020s

  • 2021: Expansion to South La Metairie 
  • 2021: Jim Hudson named President of the New Orleans Region 
  • 2022: New branch location in Mandeville Louisiana 
  • 2022: Opened the Bonvenu Community Room at Beaird Tower 
  • 2022: Awarded Business of the Year by the Bossier Chamber of Commerce 
  • 2023: Implemented the Jana B. Johnston Employee of the Year 
  • 2024: Citizens National Bank became Bonvenu Bank April 
  • 2024: Grand openings of our Gretna and Baton Rouge Branch locations 
  • 2025: New Mandeville Branch grand opening 
  • 2025: Celebrating 40 Years of Service

Honoring the original Board of Directors whose guidance shaped our beginnings.

Save the Dates

40th Anniversary Branch celebrations in 2026

  • Main Branch: January 7, 2026
  • Metairie Branch: February 5, 2026
  • Baton Rouge Branch: March 5, 2026
  • South Bossier Branch: March 11, 2026
  • Haughton Branch: April 15, 2026
  • Northshore Branch: April 30, 2026
  • E. 70th Branch: May 13, 2026
  • Desoto Branch: June 17, 2026
  • Springhill Branch: July 15, 2026
  • Mansfield Rd. Branch: August 19, 2026
  • Gretna Branch: September 3, 2026
  • Minden Branch: September 16, 2026
  • Downtown Shreveport Branch: October 14, 2026

The Bonvenu Experience

"I believe that Bonvenu Bank has been here for 40 years because of the strength and stability of the company as well as its commitment to the community. " - Marissa Bates

  "I saw how the bank grew through the years and feel it was the people that came through the doors, the customers and employees. I watch the employee's willingness to help when there's questions and stop to take the time to assist the customer. I'm glad to be a part of that. " -John Evans


We’re proud of where we’ve been and even more excited for what’s next.
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