Recent Updates — CIVB
Chuck Parcher assumes the role of President and Chief Executive Officer at Civista Bancshares, Inc., following a planned 19-month succession process. The leadership change marks the culmination of an internal development strategy designed to ensure continuity within the financial holding company's executive team. Parcher previously served as President of Civista Bank since January 2025 and brings nearly four decades of banking experience to the top role. Dennis G. Shaffer continues in his capacity as Chairman of the Board during this transition period. The filing also includes an investor presentation for the Hovde Group Financial Services Conference, highlighting third-quarter financial results including $16.0 million in net income and a 3.93% net interest margin. Civista Bancshares operates as a community banking franchise providing full-service retail and commercial banking services across Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.
Civista Bancshares appointed Jeremy Normington-Slay, President and CEO of Firelands Health, to its board effective October 21. The company cited his executive leadership experience in the regional healthcare sector as a valuable addition to the board's capabilities. Civista Bancshares is a $4.3 billion financial holding company providing full-service banking, commercial lending, mortgage, and wealth management services through its subsidiary Civista Bank.
Civista Bancshares, Inc. announced preliminary unaudited earnings for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, reporting net income of $16.0 million, or $0.77 per diluted share, a 25.5% increase from $12.8 million in the prior-year period. Net interest margin expanded 35 basis points year-over-year to 3.93%, while the efficiency ratio improved to 55.3%. Pre-provision net revenue reached $21.1 million, and total loans grew by $38.0 million during the quarter. The company also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share. Civista Bancshares operates as a financial holding company providing full-service banking, commercial lending, mortgage, and wealth management services.
The board approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per common share, consistent with the prior quarter. The payout totals approximately $3.7 million and carries an annualized yield of 2.73% based on the September 30 closing price. Shareholders of record as of November 3, 2026 will receive payment on November 17, 2026. Civista Bancshares is a financial holding company providing banking, lending, and wealth management services through its subsidiary Civista Bank.
Civista Bancshares, Inc. announced the appointment of Mark J. Sams as Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer on October 1, 2026. Mr. Sams will serve on the executive leadership team for both the parent company and its primary subsidiary, Civista Bank. He oversees Treasury Management, Wealth Management, Private Banking, Healthcare Solutions, and strategic growth initiatives, having led these lines since his promotion in January 2026. Sams brings over 25 years of banking experience, previously serving as Chief Credit Officer at United Community Bank before joining Civista following its 2018 acquisition. Civista Bancshares is a $4.3 billion financial holding company headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio, operating 44 bank locations across Ohio, Southeastern Indiana, and Northern Kentucky.