Paul Holewinski is the President and CEO of Dickinson Financial Corporation, the parent company for Academy Bank and Armed Forces Bank. With over two decades in banking and a JD/MBA from Saint Louis University, he focuses on strategic growth, risk management, and client relationship-driven community banking.
Paul is actively involved in the Kansas City community, serving on the boards of the KC Civic Council and the Police Athletic League of Kansas City. He and his wife, Amy, are philanthropic supporters of local organizations, including Goodwill and the Kansas City Symphony.
He has a stated passion for supporting military members and their families through dedicated banking services.
Paul Holewinski
CEO at Armed Forces Bank
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Bank Growth Strategy
He frequently discusses growth through strategic acquisitions and the addition of new branch locations in high-growth markets like Denver and Arizona.
Military Banking
As CEO of Armed Forces Bank, he expresses a strong, unwavering commitment to meeting the distinct financial needs of military service members and their families globally.
Kansas City Community
He is active in local philanthropy and serves on the board of the KC Civic Council and as treasurer for the Police Athletic League of Kansas City.
Media Appearances
Armed Forces Bank Launches “Militarily Speaking” Podcast Series Dedicated to Helping the Military Community Navigate Finances and Military Life. Featured in Armed Forces Bank (official press release)
Armed Forces Bank Launches “Militarily Speaking” Podcast Series Dedicated to Helping the Military Community Navigate Finances and Military Life. Featured in U.S. Veterans Magazine
August 28, 2025 Paul Holewinski Chief Executive Officer Armed Forces Bank Overdraft Letter. Featured in U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
Work History
12-2010
CEO at Armed Forces Bank
7-2009
President & CEO at Dickinson Financial Corporation
7-2009
President & CEO at Academy Bank
7-2009 - 12-2010
CEO at Bank Midwest
1995 - 1999
Attorney at Bryan Cave
Education
1991 - 1994
JD/MBA from Saint Louis University School of Law
1987 - 1991
B.S. from Saint Louis University
More Information
Social Presence :
Prographics :
Exp : 21
Location : Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : CEO at Armed Forces Bank
