Busey CEO Van Dukeman extends contract through July 2029; declares $0.26 dividend

FIRST BUSEY CORP /NV/

• CEO Van Dukeman's term extended to July 1, 2029; base salary, bonus, and equity unchanged.
• One-time retention RSU grant of $2,067,749.88 vesting on July 1, 2029, subject to continued employment.
• Quarterly dividend of $0.26 per common share declared, payable July 31, 2026 to holders of record July 24, 2026.
• Dukeman must hold at least 300,000 shares of BUSE common stock for two years after termination.
• Company cites strong profitability, quality balance sheet, and viable internal succession options.