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Namestring
CommunityBank of Texas
Legal namestring
Stellar Bank
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
2007
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
101–250
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersHouston, United States
HQ citystring
Houston
HQ countrystring
United States
HQ regionstring
North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Keyword5 values
commercial banking services, business lending products, treasury management solutions, SBA loan financing, community bank services
Industry2 codes
1Mass-Market Consumer Deposit Banking (Checking/Savings)
CodeFSABAAAAPrimaryYes
2Digital Banking & Neobank Platforms
CodeBPAMAFADPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • Commercial Banking52211
  • Commercial Banking522110
  • Depository Credit Intermediation5221
SIC code2 codes
  • National Commercial Banks6021
  • State Commercial Banks6022
Product category
Commercial Banking
Marketing channels5 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels4 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
GTM typeB2B and B2C
B2B and B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Core offering1 text field

CommunityBank of Texas (operating as Stellar Bank) is a Houston-based commercial bank providing business banking, personal banking, private banking, and government and institutions banking services across Texas. Its core offerings include business checking, savings/money market/CD accounts, debit cards and digital wallets, business loans, SBA loans, business credit cards, factoring, and treasury management solutions covering fraud prevention, funds management, payables, and receivables. Customers access services through branch locations, online banking portals, and the Stellar Bank Mobile App available on iOS and Android.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

Stellar Bank is a commercial banking platform operating as a single unified offering rather than a modular architecture, providing a full suite of business banking products delivered through online, mobile, and in-person channels. The core banking portfolio spans business checking, savings, money market accounts, CDs, debit cards, digital wallets, and credit cards. Lending services include business loans, SBA loans, and factoring. Treasury management services — encompassing fraud prevention and security, funds management, payables, and receivables — are offered as distinct sub-products under the treasury management umbrella. A Stellar Bank Mobile App serves as the primary digital access channel, available on both iOS and Android platforms.

Product and service13 records
1Business Checking
CategoryCore Banking Product
Description

Core business checking account for Texas businesses, supporting day-to-day operating cash needs as part of the Stellar Bank Business Banking suite.

2Savings, Money Market and CD Accounts
CategoryCore Banking Product
Description

Business savings, money market, and certificate of deposit accounts for Texas businesses seeking to manage reserves and earn interest.

3Debit Cards and Digital Wallet
CategoryCore Banking Product
Description

Business debit cards and digital wallet access for Stellar Bank business customers to make payments via card and mobile wallets.

4Online Banking
CategoryDigital Banking Channel
Description

Web-based personal online banking service enabling account access, transactions, and self-serve enrollment for personal banking customers.

5Business Loans
CategoryLending Product
Description

Commercial lending products for Texas businesses to finance operations, growth, and capital needs through Stellar Bank's commercial banking team.

6SBA Loans
CategoryLending Product
Description

Small Business Administration loan products offered through Stellar Bank for eligible Texas businesses.

7Business Credit Cards
CategoryLending Product
Description

Business credit card products for Stellar Bank commercial customers to manage working capital and expenses.

8Factoring
CategoryLending Product
Description

Accounts receivable factoring service that allows businesses to convert receivables into immediate working capital through Stellar Bank.

9Treasury Management Services
CategoryTreasury Management Product
Description

Integrated treasury management offering for business clients, combining fraud prevention and security, funds management, payables, and receivables solutions to manage cash flow and operational risk.

10Government and Institutions Banking
CategoryCore Banking Product
Description

Banking services tailored for government entities and institutions in Texas, including deposit, payment, and treasury solutions designed for public-sector compliance needs.

11Stellar Bank Mobile App
CategoryDigital Banking Channel
Description

Mobile banking application available on Apple iOS and Android, enabling customers to make deposits, pay bills, and track account activity 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

12Personal Banking
CategoryPersonal Banking
Description

Personal banking services for Texas consumers, providing checking, savings, and lending products supported by branch access, online banking, and the Stellar Bank Mobile App.

13Private Banking
CategoryPrivate Banking
Description

Personalized private banking services for high-net-worth clients, offering customized banking relationships and tailored financial solutions.

Partnership1 partner
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Parent company Stellar Bancorp, Inc. has entered into a merger agreement with Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. This partnership is expected to provide an even better banking experience while maintaining exceptional service and strong community support. The combined entity will create a larger regional banking presence in Texas.

Recent move5 records

Each record includes

Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight4 records

Each record includes

Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Houston-based regional bank holding company with a comparable Texas-focused commercial and consumer banking franchise; most directly relevant because it is the announced merger partner for Stellar Bancorp.

2Cullen/Frost Bankers
TypeDirect peer
Description

Texas-headquartered regional bank serving commercial and consumer customers across the state; directly comparable in geography, commercial banking emphasis, and middle-market positioning.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Texas-based community/commercial bank with comparable deposit-gathering and commercial lending model serving similar SMB and consumer segments across Texas.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Dallas-headquartered commercial bank with significant Texas middle-market business; comparable in commercial banking focus, though meaningfully larger and with broader geographic reach.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Regional commercial bank with material Texas and Southeast presence offering commercial banking, treasury management, and consumer products — directly comparable business mix.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Texas-focused commercial bank serving businesses and high-net-worth individuals; comparable commercial banking emphasis and Texas regional concentration, though more business-only in orientation.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Dallas-based commercial bank holding company serving Texas businesses and consumers; similar community/commercial banking franchise with comparable product breadth and Texas-only footprint.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Texas community bank holding company with a multi-city branch network and commercial banking capabilities; comparable Texas regional franchise serving similar business and consumer customers.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Texas-based bank holding company operating community banks across East Texas; comparable in community/commercial banking model and Texas regional focus, though with smaller scale.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Largest U.S. bank with deep Texas commercial and consumer presence; comparable because it is the 'big bank' competitor Stellar Bank explicitly positions against, though scale, product breadth, and capital markets capabilities are materially larger.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat4 records

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Key risks5 records

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Key highlights6 records

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Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Segment4 records

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Ideal customer profile4 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
No
API detail
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Docs URL, Description

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Has app

Core technology
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Number of profiles
Profiles2 records

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Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

Each record includes

Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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M&A

Each record includes

Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment1 record

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CommunityBank of Texas

Commercial Bankingcommunitybankoftx.com

CommunityBank of Texas firmographics

Firmographics
Name
CommunityBank of Texas
Legal name
Stellar Bank
Website
https://communitybankoftx.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2007
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
101–250 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

CommunityBank of Texas industry classification

Industry
Product category
Commercial Banking
NAICS
Commercial Banking (52211), Commercial Banking (522110), Depository Credit Intermediation (5221)
SIC
National Commercial Banks (6021), State Commercial Banks (6022)
akta.pro primary industry
Mass-Market Consumer Deposit Banking (Checking/Savings) (FSABAAAA)
akta.pro secondary industry
Digital Banking & Neobank Platforms (BPAMAFAD)

Keywords

  • Commercial banking services
  • Business lending products
  • Treasury management solutions
  • SBA loan financing
  • Community bank services

Where CommunityBank of Texas is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Houston
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Markets served

CommunityBank of Texas business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B and B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

CommunityBank of Texas product offering

Product offering

Core offering

CommunityBank of Texas (operating as Stellar Bank) is a Houston-based commercial bank providing business banking, personal banking, private banking, and government and institutions banking services across Texas. Its core offerings include business checking, savings/money market/CD accounts, debit cards and digital wallets, business loans, SBA loans, business credit cards, factoring, and treasury management solutions covering fraud prevention, funds management, payables, and receivables. Customers access services through branch locations, online banking portals, and the Stellar Bank Mobile App available on iOS and Android.

Product overview

Stellar Bank is a commercial banking platform operating as a single unified offering rather than a modular architecture, providing a full suite of business banking products delivered through online, mobile, and in-person channels. The core banking portfolio spans business checking, savings, money market accounts, CDs, debit cards, digital wallets, and credit cards. Lending services include business loans, SBA loans, and factoring. Treasury management services — encompassing fraud prevention and security, funds management, payables, and receivables — are offered as distinct sub-products under the treasury management umbrella. A Stellar Bank Mobile App serves as the primary digital access channel, available on both iOS and Android platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Business Checking Core business checking account for Texas businesses, supporting day-to-day operating cash needs as part of the Stellar Bank Business Banking suite.
  • Savings, Money Market and CD Accounts Business savings, money market, and certificate of deposit accounts for Texas businesses seeking to manage reserves and earn interest.
  • Debit Cards and Digital Wallet Business debit cards and digital wallet access for Stellar Bank business customers to make payments via card and mobile wallets.
  • Online Banking Web-based personal online banking service enabling account access, transactions, and self-serve enrollment for personal banking customers.
  • Business Loans Commercial lending products for Texas businesses to finance operations, growth, and capital needs through Stellar Bank's commercial banking team.
  • SBA Loans Small Business Administration loan products offered through Stellar Bank for eligible Texas businesses.
  • Business Credit Cards Business credit card products for Stellar Bank commercial customers to manage working capital and expenses.
  • Factoring Accounts receivable factoring service that allows businesses to convert receivables into immediate working capital through Stellar Bank.
  • Treasury Management Services Integrated treasury management offering for business clients, combining fraud prevention and security, funds management, payables, and receivables solutions to manage cash flow and operational risk.
  • Government and Institutions Banking Banking services tailored for government entities and institutions in Texas, including deposit, payment, and treasury solutions designed for public-sector compliance needs.
  • Stellar Bank Mobile App Mobile banking application available on Apple iOS and Android, enabling customers to make deposits, pay bills, and track account activity 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
  • Personal Banking Personal banking services for Texas consumers, providing checking, savings, and lending products supported by branch access, online banking, and the Stellar Bank Mobile App.
  • Private Banking Personalized private banking services for high-net-worth clients, offering customized banking relationships and tailored financial solutions.

Companies that use CommunityBank of Texas

Customer profile

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

CommunityBank of Texas technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

CommunityBank of Texas partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • Prosperity Bancshares, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company Stellar Bancorp, Inc. has entered into a merger agreement with Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. This partnership is expected to provide an even better banking experience while maintaining exceptional service and strong community support. The combined entity will create a larger regional banking presence in Texas.

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

CommunityBank of Texas competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Prosperity Bancshares: Houston-based regional bank holding company with a comparable Texas-focused commercial and consumer banking franchise; most directly relevant because it is the announced merger partner for Stellar Bancorp.
  • Cullen/Frost Bankers: Texas-headquartered regional bank serving commercial and consumer customers across the state; directly comparable in geography, commercial banking emphasis, and middle-market positioning.
  • Independent Bank Group: Texas-based community/commercial bank with comparable deposit-gathering and commercial lending model serving similar SMB and consumer segments across Texas.
  • Comerica Incorporated: Dallas-headquartered commercial bank with significant Texas middle-market business; comparable in commercial banking focus, though meaningfully larger and with broader geographic reach.
  • Cadence Bank: Regional commercial bank with material Texas and Southeast presence offering commercial banking, treasury management, and consumer products — directly comparable business mix.
  • Texas Capital Bancshares: Texas-focused commercial bank serving businesses and high-net-worth individuals; comparable commercial banking emphasis and Texas regional concentration, though more business-only in orientation.
  • Veritex Holdings: Dallas-based commercial bank holding company serving Texas businesses and consumers; similar community/commercial banking franchise with comparable product breadth and Texas-only footprint.
  • First Financial Bankshares: Texas community bank holding company with a multi-city branch network and commercial banking capabilities; comparable Texas regional franchise serving similar business and consumer customers.
  • Southside Bancshares: Texas-based bank holding company operating community banks across East Texas; comparable in community/commercial banking model and Texas regional focus, though with smaller scale.

Broad incumbents

  • JPMorgan Chase: Largest U.S. bank with deep Texas commercial and consumer presence; comparable because it is the 'big bank' competitor Stellar Bank explicitly positions against, though scale, product breadth, and capital markets capabilities are materially larger.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

CommunityBank of Texas social profiles

Digital presence

CommunityBank of Texas compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance2 records

CommunityBank of Texas financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

CommunityBank of Texas leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

CommunityBank of Texas funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

CommunityBank of Texas M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments1 record

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about CommunityBank of Texas

What does CommunityBank of Texas do?

CommunityBank of Texas (operating as Stellar Bank) is a Houston-based commercial bank providing business banking, personal banking, private banking, and government and institutions banking services across Texas. Its core offerings include business checking, savings/money market/CD accounts, debit cards and digital wallets, business loans, SBA loans, business credit cards, factoring, and treasury management solutions covering fraud prevention, funds management, payables, and receivables. Customers access services through branch locations, online banking portals, and the Stellar Bank Mobile App available on iOS and Android.

Is CommunityBank of Texas a public or private company?

CommunityBank of Texas is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.

When was CommunityBank of Texas founded?

CommunityBank of Texas was founded in 2007. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is CommunityBank of Texas based?

CommunityBank of Texas is headquartered in Houston, United States, in the North America region.

Who are CommunityBank of Texas's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Prosperity Bancshares, Cullen/Frost Bankers, Independent Bank Group, Comerica Incorporated, Cadence Bank, Texas Capital Bancshares, Veritex Holdings, First Financial Bankshares and Southside Bancshares. JPMorgan Chase is listed as a broad incumbent.

Does CommunityBank of Texas have an API?

No public API is recorded for CommunityBank of Texas.

What industry is CommunityBank of Texas in?

CommunityBank of Texas's product category is Commercial Banking. Its primary akta.pro industry code is FSABAAAA, Mass-Market Consumer Deposit Banking (Checking/Savings), with a secondary code of BPAMAFAD, Digital Banking & Neobank Platforms. Its NAICS code is 52211 and its SIC code is 6021.

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GlobeNewswireAllegiance Bancshares, Inc. and CBTX, Inc. Complete Merger of Equals to Become Stellar Bancorp, Inc.Allegiance Bancshares, Inc. and CBTX, Inc. have completed their merger of equals to form Stellar Bancorp, Inc., effective October 1, 2022. The combined entity becomes the ninth-largest bank headquartered in Texas with the nineteenth-largest deposit market share in the state. Stellar's common stock is scheduled to begin trading on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol 'STEL' on October 3, 2022.GlobeNewswireAllegiance Bancshares, Inc. and CBTX, Inc. Announce FDICAllegiance Bancshares and CBTX announced they received regulatory approval from the FDIC for their proposed merger, following prior shareholder approval. The transaction remains subject to final approvals from the Federal Reserve and the Texas Department of Banking, with a closing expected in the third quarter. Allegiance is a $7.15 billion asset holding company based in Houston, while CBTX holds $4.45 billion in assets.GlobeNewswireIntroducing Stellar Bank: New Bank Resulting From the Merger of Equals Between CommunityBank of Texas, N.A. and Allegiance BankCommunityBank of Texas and Allegiance Bancshares announced a merger of equals to form Stellar Bancorp and Stellar Bank. The combined bank is expected to have over $11 billion in assets and the 6th largest deposit market share in Houston. The merger is expected to close in the second quarter, subject to regulatory approvals and shareholder votes.GlobeNewswireMilestone and CommunityBank of Texas, N.A. Announce Arrangement of Sustainability-Linked LoanMilestone Environmental Services and CommunityBank of Texas announced a $45 million sustainability-linked loan with Gulf Capital Bank participation. The loan's interest margin is linked to independently verified sustainability performance targets, and the funds will acquire an energy waste disposal facility and two additional permits.GlobeNewswireMilestone and CommunityBank of Texas, N.A. Announce Arrangement of Sustainability-Linked LoanMilestone Environmental Services secured a $45 million Sustainability-Linked Loan from CommunityBank of Texas, N.A., with participation from Gulf Capital Bank. The loan's interest margin is tied to Milestone’s achievement of independently verified sustainability performance targets. This financing enabled the company to acquire an energy waste disposal facility and obtain two additional permits for landfills in Texas.GlobeNewswireAllegiance Bancshares, Inc. and CBTX, Inc. to Combine to Create a Premier Texas Banking FranchiseAllegiance Bancshares and CBTX, Inc. announced a definitive all-stock merger of equals, with Allegiance shareholders receiving 1.4184 CBTX shares per Allegiance share, creating a combined company with roughly $11 billion in assets and a $1.5 billion market capitalization. The deal targets 40% and 17% EPS accretion in 2023 and $35.5 million in run-rate cost synergies, with closing expected in early 2022.PR NewswirePaySphere Payroll & HR and CommunityBank of Texas, N.A. Announce PartnershipPaySphere Payroll & HR announced a new partnership with CommunityBank of Texas N.A. on December 5, 2018, providing the bank's business customers access to PaySphere's all-in-one HR and payroll platform. The platform includes recruiting, hiring, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll processing, time and attendance tracking, and reporting and analytics services. The article notes a growing trend among small to medium-sized businesses of outsourcing payroll solutions to Human Capital Management systems to streamline workforce processes and reduce administrative costs.GlobeNewswireCommunityBank of Texas, N.A. Announces New Loan and Deposit Production Office in Dallas, TexasCommunityBank of Texas opened a new Dallas Loan and Deposit Production Office at 5956 Sherry Lane, Suite 1000. The bank appointed William Murphy as North Texas Regional Chairman, bringing over 46 years of Dallas business banking experience. The bank plans to seek additional growth opportunities in the Dallas market.GlobeNewswireEY Announces Robert R. Franklin, Jr. of CommunityBank of Texas, N.A. Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2018 Award Finalist in the Gulf Coast AreaEY announced Robert R. Franklin, Jr., chairman and CEO of CommunityBank of Texas, as a finalist for the Entrepreneur of the Year 2018 award in the Gulf Coast Area. The bank, with $3.1 billion in assets, operates 33 branches across Houston and Beaumont. Winners will be announced at a gala on June 14, 2018.