Independent Bank promotes Christopher Michaels to COO effective Jan 2, 2025

INDEPENDENT BANK CORP /MI/

Christopher Michaels, 58, appointed COO and EVP, effective January 2, 2025.
Michaels previously served as CIO and SVP since January 2020; new role created.
CEO Brad Kessel cited Michaels' transformation track record and long-term growth focus.
Michaels has been with the organization for twelve years.

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Christopher Michaels

Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President

IBCP · INDEPENDENT BANK CORP /MI/

Effective: 2025-01-02
Filed: January 2, 2025, 6:59 PM ET

On December 17, 2024, the Board of Directors of Independent Bank Corporation (the “Company”) elected Christopher Michaels, age 58 , as the Company’s Chief Operating Officer, effective as of January 2, 2025.

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Executive change SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 1.0

Christopher Michaels was elected as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President at INDEPENDENT BANK CORP /MI/.

Action: elected
Role: Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President

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On December 17, 2024, the Board of Directors of Independent Bank Corporation (the “Company”) elected Christopher Michaels, age 58 , as the Company’s Chief Operating Officer, effective as of January 2, 2025.

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