Albert C. Kelly

Albert C. Kelly is president and CEO of SpiritBank in Bristow, Okla. During his more than 25-year tenure, SpiritBank has grown from a $40 million institution to assets exceeding $1 billion with 18 branches in 12 markets.

Mr. Kelly has a diverse and strong background in the banking industry serving as past chairman of the Oklahoma Bankers Association and currently serving as their banking advocacy coordinator. He is also co-chairman of TRUST, (Transportation Revenue Used Strictly for Transportation). Mr. Kelly has been very active within the financial services industry having served in various capacities with the ABA.

American Bankers Association
      • Chairman-elect of the American Bankers Association
      • Former chairman of the ABA Community Bankers Council
      • Member of the ABA Government Relations Council
      • Previously served on the ABA Board of Directors

Mr. Kelly is involved with numerous other organizations. He serves on the boards of the Oklahoma State Chamber, Tulsa Chamber of Commerce, Oklahoma Policy Institute, Oklahoma Center for Non-Profits, Salvation Army and Opportunity Oklahoma.

Mr. Kelly received his B.S. degree in Business Administration from the University of Oklahoma in 1977 and a Juris Doctorate for OU College of Law in 1980. Prior to his banking experience, Kelly was an assistant district attorney for Creek and Okfuskee counties, a partner in the law firm of McMillan, Vassar & Kelly, and served in the U.S. Army Reserve, attaining the rank of Captain.

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