Claypool has nearly thirty years of successful experience in wealth-management, investment-banking, and financial-services leadership. As the co-Founder of Bridgepoint Investment Banking and the Managing Principal of BP Growth Partners he has deep experience managing capital and providing trusted financial services advice to clients in highly-regulated environments.
In addition to serving on the FCT board for the past four years, Claypool has served on numerous boards including BirdDogHR, (nka Arcoro), GCommerce, (nka SPS Commerce), and the EveryStep Foundation, among others. He has been committed to fostering innovation within the industry through his Governor appointment to the Iowa Innovation Corporation and his mentorship with the Global Insurance Accelerator. These experiences highlight his dedication to driving progress and excellence in Iowa’s financial sector.
“FCT has a tremendous history and tradition. I’m humbled and honored to partner with the FCT team and board as we collectively move forward and advance our service mission,” said Claypool. “FCT is the gold standard in providing clients with trusted, relationship-first advice and service. We have been doing so successfully for more than twenty years. It’s our privilege and duty to continue this service excellence for our current and new clients.”
“Adam is intimately familiar with our company’s values and history of providing exceptional and trusted client service,” said FCT Board Chairman, Murray Williams. “His passion for delivering the highest standard of care to our clients aligns perfectly with our mission, and we are thrilled to welcome him as our new CEO.”
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First Community Trust (FCT) is a nationally-chartered trust company offering trust, investment, and retirement services, primarily through credit unions. FCT’s trust and investment professionals have more than 200 years of collective trust and financial experience. FCT manages over $1 billion in assets and serves both individuals and businesses across the country. Founded in 2001, FCT helps clients achieve their personal financial and estate-planning goals and objectives.
