Private company

Women's Bank of Denver

American bank founded in 19751

The Women’s Bank N.A. of Denver was a nationally chartered bank focused on the financial needs of women. It was part of a broader movement to address the barriers to obtaining credit and financial services despite new laws, such as the Equal Credit Opportunity Act of 1974, which prohibited discrimination on the basis on sex or marital status.2 It was founded by Gail Schoettler.1 It ceased to exist in 1995.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1975Founded1

The Women’s Bank N.A. of Denver was a nationally chartered bank focused on the financial needs of women. It was part of a broader movement to address the barriers to obtaining credit and financial services despite new laws, such as the Equal Credit Opportunity Act of 1974, which prohibited discrimination on the basis on sex or marital status.2

The story

Founded by Gail Schoettler in 1975.1

Leadership

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Timeline

  1. 1995Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1975Founded Founded1

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