The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State (ALMBS) Bank serves as a cornerstone of the program’s hands-on government simulation, providing citizens with practical experience in financial services, leadership, and teamwork. Staffed entirely by Boys State participants, the bank handles simulated deposits, withdrawals, loans, and budget oversight for cities and state programs.

Bank staff members are selected through an interview-based hiring process conducted by ALMBS leadership. Each candidate is evaluated on professionalism, communication skills, and interest in business or finance-related fields. Roles include Bank President, Vice-President, Loan Officer, and multiple Teller positions.

Congratulations to the 2025 ALMBS Bank staff! Your selection reflects strong leadership potential and a commitment to learning valuable real-world skills.

Meet the 2024 ALMBS Banking Staff, who will lead our mock bank and provide citizens with invaluable hands-on experience in the financial industry. At ALMBS, participants can explore 10 different career paths, each playing an integral part in running a successful mock state.

Congratulations to the following citizens for being named part of the 2022 ALMBS Banking Staff

Full Time:

Randolph: Garrett Pritt (President)

Lewis: Ryan Bazzle (Vice President)

Panhandle: Wyatt Burns (Loan Officer)

Randolph: Chase Swearington (Teller)

Webster: James Radcliff

Part Time:

Kanawha – Reese Carpenter

Randolph: Markley Clum

Panhandle: Christopher May

Marion: James Armstrong

Monroe: Avery McDonald

Kanawha: Christopher Powers