On February 15, 2024, Kenneth V. Krupinski notified the Board of Directors of Finward Bancorp of his intent not to stand for re-election as a Class III director of the Bancorp, and to retire from the Board, upon the expiration of his current term at the Bancorp?s 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Mr. Krupinski?s decision not to stand for re-election is not a result of any disagreement with the Bancorp on any matter relating to the Bancorp?s operations, policies, or practices. Mr. Krupinski will continue to serve as a director and a member of each committee of the Board to which he has been appointed until his current term expires at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

Mr. Krupinski has served as a member of the Board since 2003.