Associated Banc-Corp Finalizes American National Acquisition, Issues 23M Shares for Merger

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Associated Banc-Corp completed its acquisition of American National Corporation, issuing approximately 23 million shares and appointing a former American National executive to its board.

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• Acquisition Completed

  Associated Banc-Corp officially completed its merger with American National Corporation and its subsidiary, American National Bank, as previously announced.

• Significant Share Issuance

  Approximately 22,975,382 shares of Associated Banc-Corp common stock were issued to American National shareholders as consideration for the merger, resulting in substantial dilution for existing shareholders.

• Board Appointment

  Wende Kotouc, former Executive Co-Chairperson and CEO of American National Bank, was appointed to Associated Banc-Corp's board of directors, increasing the board size from 13 to 14.

• Consulting Agreement

  John F. Kotouc, former Co-Chairman and Co-CEO of American National, entered into a two-year consulting agreement with Associated Banc-Corp for an annual retainer of $400,000.

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This 8-K officially confirms the completion of Associated Banc-Corp's previously announced acquisition of American National Corporation. The merger involved the issuance of approximately 23 million new shares, resulting in substantial dilution for existing shareholders (approximately 13.84%). While the acquisition is strategically aimed at accelerating growth in key markets, the significant share issuance represents a notable capital event. The appointment of a former American National executive to the board, along with a consulting agreement for another former executive, aims to ensure integration and continuity.