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First Business Bank Announces 2026 CEO Succession Plan
MADISON, Wis., May 05, 2025--First Business Financial Services, Inc. (the "Company", the "Bank", or "First Business Bank") (Nasdaq:FBIZ) announced that Corey A. Chambas intends to retire from his role as Chief Executive Officer on May 2, 2026. The Company will name President and Chief Operating Officer David R. Seiler to succeed him as CEO effective the same date. Mr. Chambas will remain on the boards of directors of the Company and First Business Bank.
About this update from First Business Financial Services, Inc.
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