First Farmers Financial Corp. announces leadership succession plan. OTCQX: FFMR Market Value ($M)238.01M Change $0.05 - 0.15% Volume 690 Stock Quote $ 34.30 As of July 27, 2026 Close Minimum 20 minute delay. First Farmers Financial Corp. Announces Leadership Succession Plan Company Release - 7/27/2026 10:41 AM ET Matthew Maher to become bank president of First Farmers Bank & Trust and a director of corporation effective January 1, 2027. Converse, Indiana, July 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - The board of directors of First Farmers Financial Corp (FFMR) announced that Matthew Maher will succeed Mark "Doc" Holt as president of the bank at the beginning of the new year. Maher's current position is Hamilton County Regional President, and he presently serves as an executive vice president of the bank. This appointment is part of a leadership succession plan as current First Farmers Financial President and CEO Keith Hill continues to serve in his role as CEO and President of First Farmers Financial Corporation. Mark 'Doc' Holt will continue to serve as CEO of First Farmers Bank & Trust and a director of both companies. Further details on the succession and transition schedule will be released at a later date. First Farmers Financial Corp is a $3.5 billion financial holding company headquartered in Converse, Indiana. First Farmers Bank & Trust has offices throughout Boone, Carroll, Cass, Clay, Grant, Hamilton, Howard, Huntington, Madison, Marshall, Miami, Starke, Sullivan, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Vigo and Wabash counties in Indiana and offices in Coles, Edgar and Vermilion counties in Illinois. First Farmers Financial Corp is traded on the OTC Markets Group, Inc. "OTCQX" exchange under the ticker symbol: FFMR. Tade J Powell First Farmers Financial Corporation 765-661-4160 [email protected] Source: First Farmers Financial Corporation. First Farmers Bank & Trust Serving individuals, families and businesses in Indiana and Illinois. Give First Farmers Bank & Trust Company a call: 800.371.3316 First Farmers Financial Corp is a $3.3 billion financial holding company headquartered in Converse, Indiana. First Farmers Bank & Trust has offices throughout Carroll, Cass, Clay, Grant, Hamilton, Howard, Huntington, Madison, Marshall, Miami, Starke, Sullivan, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Vigo and Wabash counties in Indiana and offices in Coles, Edgar and Vermilion counties in Illinois. First Farmers Financial Corp is traded on the OTC Markets Group, Inc. "OTCQX" exchange under the ticker symbol: FFMR.

First Farmers Bank & Trust promotes Erin Vitz to Branch Manager of Clay City office. First Farmers Bank & Trust announced the promotion of Erin Vitz to Branch Manager of its Clay City location. Vitz has been part of the First Farmers team as Assistant Branch Manager, where she has built strong relationships with customers and served as a trusted resource within the Clay City community. With more than 15 years of banking experience, she brings a deep commitment to providing personal, attentive service and supporting the financial goals of local residents and businesses. "Clay City is a small town with big pride," said Vitz. "As branch manager, I'm honored to serve our community and go above and beyond for our little town full of big dreams. I'm grateful to be part of a team that feels like home." Vitz began her banking career in 2008, taking intentional breaks throughout her journey to focus on family and personal growth. She and her husband, Brian, have three children, Ava Emmie, and Otto. Vitz is also an active member of Grace Chapel in Brazil, where she volunteers with the middle school ministry and enjoys giving back to her community through mentorship and outreach. To learn more about First Farmers Bank & Trust, visit ffbt.com or find First Farmers on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.