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First Business Financial appoints David R. Seiler as CEO effective May 3, 2026
FIRST BUSINESS FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
- Seiler, previously President & COO, succeeds Corey A. Chambas who announced retirement in May 2025.
- Seiler also appointed to Board as Class III director until 2028 annual meeting.
- Employment agreement provides base salary of at least $600,000, annual cash incentive, and RSU grant of $215,000 vesting over 5 years.
- Severance includes 2x base salary plus prorated target bonus and 18 months COBRA on qualifying termination without cause or for good reason.
- Agreement effective May 3, 2026, initial term of five years with automatic one-year renewals.