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Charles B. Carroll, Jr., age 54, promoted from Senior EVP and COO of the Bank to President of Corporation and President/COO of Bank effective April 28, 2026.

Mr. Carroll appointed to Bank Board of Directors effective April 28, 2026.

Craig W. Best remains CEO of Corporation and Bank and on both Boards.

Promotion includes $60,000 restricted stock vesting pro-rata over three years.

Annual performance-based restricted stock grant percentages increased: threshold 15% to 20%, target 25% to 30%, outstanding 40% to 45%.

No other material compensatory arrangements, family relationships, or reportable transactions with Mr. Carroll.

Full analysis

The promotion of Charles B. Carroll, Jr. to President positions a seasoned executive with prior COO experience at the Bank since 2023—and earlier roles at S&T Bank—into a key leadership role reporting to CEO Craig W. Best, signaling continuity in top management while enhancing operational oversight. The restricted stock award and increased performance grant percentages align Mr. Carroll's incentives with shareholder interests through long-term vesting and performance hurdles. No other changes to contracts or arrangements were noted, and the absence of family ties or related transactions underscores clean governance. This internal promotion supports ongoing strategic execution at the $2.2 billion asset Bank without external search costs.

FRAF · Franklin Financial Services Corporation

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