Management ChangeApr 9, 2026, 05:17 PM
Wintrust Financial Announces Board Leadership Transition: Brian A. Kenney to Succeed H. Patrick Hackett Jr. as Chairman
AI Summary
Wintrust Financial Corporation announced that H. Patrick Hackett Jr., Chairman of the Board, and William J. Doyle will not seek re-election at the upcoming Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 28, 2026. Brian A. Kenney, a Wintrust Board member since 2023, is anticipated to succeed Hackett as Chairman, pending his re-election. This transition comes as Wintrust has grown to a $71 billion bank, with CEO Tim Crane emphasizing Kenney's valuable experience leading a global, publicly traded company to guide the financial organization forward.
Key Highlights
- H. Patrick Hackett Jr. and William J. Doyle will conclude their service on the Board of Directors at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 28, 2026.
- Hackett joined the Board in 2008 and has served as Chairman since 2017, providing nine years of leadership in that role.
- Brian A. Kenney, a Wintrust Board member since 2023, is expected to become Chairman of the Board, pending his re-election.
- Kenney previously retired as Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of GATX Corporation in 2022 and currently chairs Wintrust's Risk Management Committee.
- Wintrust Financial Corporation currently manages $71 billion in assets.
- The remaining 12 Board members are seeking re-election at the upcoming Annual Meeting.