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Sound Community Bancorp, Inc. Announces Executive Leadership Transition

Core Viewpoint - The Board of Directors of Sound Financial Bancorp, Inc. has appointed Wesley Ochs as President, effective October 1, 2025, while Laurie Stewart continues as Chief Executive Officer, reflecting a strategic succession plan to ensure continuity in leadership and the advancement of the Bank's mission [1][2]. Leadership Transition - Wesley Ochs has over 23 years of banking experience, including roles in retail banking, mortgage banking, and commercial lending, and has been the Chief Financial Officer since 2021 [2][3]. - Ochs has focused on enhancing operational efficiencies, financial reporting, and client experience, with recent efforts in asset/liability management and credit loss modeling [3]. - Laurie Stewart, celebrating her 35th anniversary with the organization, has overseen its transformation from a credit union to a state-chartered, FDIC-insured commercial bank and will ensure a smooth transition of the President's duties [4]. Company Overview - Sound Financial Bancorp, Inc. is the parent company of Sound Community Bank, headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with full-service branches in multiple locations [5]. - The Bank is a Fannie Mae Approved Lender and Seller/Servicer, with a loan production office in Seattle [5].