Park National Corporation names Matthew R. Miller Chief Executive Officer; David L.

Core Viewpoint - Park National Corporation has appointed Matthew R. Miller as the new Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2026, while he will continue to serve as president [1][2][3]. Leadership Transition - The board of directors conducted a thorough evaluation as part of its succession planning before proposing Miller for the CEO position, reflecting a commitment to strong governance and leadership continuity [2][3]. - Miller's appointment continues a successful leadership transition pattern established over the last 65 years at Park National Corporation [3]. Background of Matthew R. Miller - Miller has been with Park since 2009 and has held several key leadership roles, including Chief Accounting Officer and Executive Vice President, before becoming President in 2019 [5]. - He has a strong commitment to community service, having served on various nonprofit and civic boards over the past decade [6]. Company Overview - Park National Corporation, headquartered in Newark, Ohio, has total assets of $9.9 billion as of June 30, 2025 [7]. - The company's banking operations are conducted through its subsidiary, The Park National Bank, along with other subsidiaries including Scope Leasing, Inc., Guardian Financial Services Company, Park Investments, Inc., and SE Property Holdings, LLC [7].