Management ChangeJul 14, 2026, 05:02 PM
First Busey CEO Van Dukeman Extends Contract to July 2029
AI Summary
First Busey Corporation announced that Chairman, President, and CEO Van Dukeman will continue to lead the company and Busey Bank as CEO through July 1, 2029, following a contract extension. Dukeman, who has served as CEO for over 28 years, has overseen the company's growth from $4 billion to over $18 billion in assets. The company highlighted strong profitability, a quality balance sheet, and a disciplined relationship banking strategy, with internal succession options in place for future leadership transition.
Key Highlights
- CEO Van Dukeman's contract extended through July 1, 2029.
- Dukeman will continue as Chairman, President, and CEO of FBC and Chairman of Busey Bank.
- He has served as CEO for over 28 years, leading asset growth from $4B to over $18B.
- First Busey Corporation reported $18.04 billion in assets as of March 31, 2026.
- Wealth Management assets under care totaled $15.65 billion as of March 31, 2026.
- Dukeman will retain at least 300,000 shares of FBC common stock for two years post-CEO tenure.
- Company has viable internal succession options for leadership transition.
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