Investar : Promotes Several Bank Associates to Key Roles

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Back to news Investar Promotes Several Bank Associates to Key Roles December 11, 2025 Baton Rouge, La. - Investar Bank, National Association ("Investar") is pleased to announce the promotion of existing talent into roles that provide a strong foundation for executing the organization's goals and objectives, furthering its focus on critical areas for future success. Renee Graff, our current Treasurer, is promoted to Chief Accounting Officer. Over more than 15 years with Investar, Renee contributed significantly across Audit, Deposit Operations, Mortgage, Treasury Management, Retail Banking, and most recently, Accounting & Finance. Photo Caption : Renee Graff, Chief Accounting Officer, Baton Rouge, LA Byron Breaux is promoted to EVP and will serve as the Western Regional President. Since joining Investar in 2020, Byron strengthened both the Acadiana and Texas Markets through his leadership and market-expansion efforts. Photo Caption : Byron Breaux, Western Regional President, Lafayette, LA Paul Judice, currently the C&I Group Manager, will step into the role of Baton Rouge Market President. Since 2018, Paul advanced the growth of the C&I portfolio and elevated the bank's presence throughout the Baton Rouge area. Photo Caption : Paul Judice, Baton Rouge Market President, Baton Rouge, LA Mary Guidry, Commercial Group Manager, is promoted to Lafayette Market President. Since joining Investar in 2021, Mary drove the expansion of the bank's Public Finance initiatives and will continue to guide that area as Director of Public Finance. Photo Caption : Mary Guidry, Lafayette Market President, Lafayette, LA Beau Phares, C&I Market Manager for Lafayette, will now oversee additional direct reports in the Evangeline and Lake Charles markets. Since 2018, Beau distinguished himself by accelerating business development across Acadiana and nearby regions. Photo Caption : Beau Phares, C&I Market Manager, Lafayette, LA "These promotions are a key aspect of Investar's growth strategy and showcase our commitment to nurturing leadership from within. The collective efforts of our team members have been vital, and we believe they will excel in their new roles, using their expertise to drive the ongoing growth of the company," said John D'Angelo, President and Chief Executive Officer. Investar Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: ISTR), the parent company of wholly-owned subsidiary Investar Bank, National Association ("Investar"), had total assets of approximately $2.8 billion as of September 30, 2025. Investar is a full-service community bank headquartered in Baton Rouge, La., offering extensive banking products and services for individuals and businesses for 19 years. The Bank has 29 branches serving several markets across south Louisiana, Texas, and Alabama. Investar Bank NMLS ID# 481188. Equal Housing Lender. Member FDIC. To learn more, visit www.InvestarBank.com .

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