Looking ahead.
Moving forward together.
People, communities and the possibilities we build around them.
Explore our priorities →There is more to banking than the transaction.
Meet the ideas behind KLASS BANK: clearer information, stronger relationships and a considered view of what comes next. Explore the people, responsibilities and conversations that shape the wider organisation.
Gerd Stieler
Gerd Stieler leads KLASS BANK as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, combining board leadership with executive responsibility for the organisation.
Franklin Erhmann Armah Sharp, the bank's founder, remains a controlling shareholder and President. Explore their distinct roles alongside the work of the board.
Our origins and financial perspective
Established in 2008 through a collaboration of five ventures, KLASS BANK's company history connects African roots, business relationships in Germany and headquarters in Victoria, British Columbia.
USD 460 billion — estimated assets
As of August 2026.
USD 8.22 billion — estimated quarterly revenue
Q3 2026, estimated in August 2026. Both figures are management estimates, not audited results.
Reporting basis and currency comparisons →A wider view of what matters.
Understand our focus and find the right starting point for your relationship with KLASS BANK.
Explore who we are →Pause. Check. Protect your information.
Recognise suspicious requests and know how to respond through a trusted channel.
Explore fraud awareness →Different perspectives. A shared sense of respect.
Explore inclusion across customer conversations, the workplace and supplier relationships.
Explore inclusion and belonging →Bring your perspective to the work.
Discover the skills and disciplines that contribute to a banking career.
Explore careers and skills →
Think beyond today.
Community needs, resources and long-term resilience deserve a place in the conversation.
Our sustainability perspective →Explore the wider organisation
Make a habit of checking.
Find clear answers to common phishing questions, practical security guidance and public banking tools.