FirstSun Capital Bancorp Finalizes Merger with First Foundation Inc., Expands Capital Structure and Board

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FirstSun Capital Bancorp officially completed its all-stock merger with First Foundation Inc., integrating operations, assuming $150 million in debt, and significantly expanding its authorized share capital and board of directors.

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• Merger Completion

  FirstSun Capital Bancorp officially completed its all-stock merger with First Foundation Inc. and the subsequent merger of First Foundation Bank into Sunflower Bank, N.A.

• Debt Assumption

  FirstSun assumed First Foundation's $150 million aggregate principal amount of 3.50% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2032.

• Capital Structure Expansion

  The company increased authorized common stock from 50 million to 80 million shares and created 20 million shares of new non-voting common stock, which was approved by stockholders on February 27, 2026.

• Board & Executive Changes

  Five former First Foundation directors were appointed to the board, increasing its size to 13, and Thomas C. Shafer was named Executive Vice Chairman with an annual base salary of $1.09 million.

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This 8-K filing provides the definitive details of the previously announced merger completion, which was reported in news on the same day. The merger significantly expands FirstSun's asset base and geographic footprint. Key financial implications include the assumption of $150 million in subordinated notes and a substantial increase in authorized common and non-voting stock, providing capital structure flexibility but also potential for future dilution. The extensive changes to the board of directors reflect the integration of First Foundation's leadership and investor representation. The new registration rights agreement also sets the stage for potential future share sales by former First Foundation stockholders.