Bank First Corp Appoints Steven Eldred to Board Following Centre 1 Bancorp Merger
BFC sits 38% above its 52-week low of $93.
Summary
Bank First Corporation has appointed Steven Eldred, a seasoned banking leader from the recently merged Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc., to its Board of Directors, enhancing post-merger integration and strategic oversight.
Key Events · Executive and Board Changes · BFC
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New Board Appointment
Steven M. Eldred was elected to the Board of Directors of Bank First and Bank First Corporation, effective January 13, 2026.
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Merger-Related Integration
Eldred's appointment is part of the company's merger with Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc., parent company of First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), which became effective January 1, 2026.
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Extensive Banking Experience
Eldred brings over four decades of community banking and financial services experience, including leadership roles at FNBT and three decades on the Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc. board.
Analysis · BFC · Finance
The appointment of Steven Eldred to Bank First's Board of Directors is a strategic move following its merger with Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc. Eldred's extensive experience in community banking and his prior leadership at FNBT are crucial for successful post-merger integration and leveraging the expertise from the acquired entity. This signals a commitment to continuity and strategic growth, providing valuable insight into the combined organization's operations and community relationships.
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At the time of this filing, BFC was trading at $128.44 on NASDAQ in the Finance sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $1.4B. The 52-week trading range was $93.00 to $139.71. This filing was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 7 out of 10.