Franklin Financial Services Promotes Charles Carroll to President & COO, Appoints to Board

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Franklin Financial Services Corporation announced the promotion of Charles B. Carroll, Jr. to President and Chief Operating Officer, effective April 28, 2026, and his appointment to the Bank's Board of Directors.

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• Executive Promotion

  Charles B. Carroll, Jr. has been promoted to President of the Corporation and President and Chief Operating Officer of the Bank, effective April 28, 2026.

• Board Appointment

  Mr. Carroll will also be appointed to the Board of Directors of the Bank.

• Leadership Continuity

  Craig W. Best will remain Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation and Bank, ensuring stable leadership.

• Incentive Compensation

  Mr. Carroll will receive $60,000 in restricted stock and an increase in his annual performance-based restricted stock grant percentages.

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This filing details a significant leadership transition at Franklin Financial Services, promoting a key internal executive, Charles B. Carroll, Jr., to President and Chief Operating Officer. This move signals continuity and strengthens the executive team, with Mr. Carroll also joining the Bank's Board of Directors. The CEO, Craig W. Best, will remain in his role, indicating a planned and stable succession strategy. The associated compensation package, including restricted stock and increased performance-based grants, further aligns Mr. Carroll's incentives with long-term shareholder value.