FIRST FINANCIAL BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS AS PART OF ITS CONTINUED SUCCESSION PLANNING

Core Viewpoint - First Financial Bank has announced several key promotions as part of its ongoing management succession plan, aimed at strengthening leadership and positioning the organization for future growth [1][4]. Promotions and Leadership Changes - James Alexander has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Head of Commercial Banking, previously held by David Bailey [2]. - Chris Evatt has been promoted to Senior Banking Executive, providing leadership for the Bank's Southern regions [2]. - Rick Vaughan has been promoted to Chairman and CEO of the West Texas Region, a role previously held by Chris Evatt [2]. - Luke Uherik has been promoted to Market President of San Angelo and Senior Relationship Manager for the West Texas Region [3]. Background of Promoted Individuals - James Alexander has over 20 years of experience in commercial banking, having held various roles including President of the Greater Houston Region [5]. - Chris Evatt has been with First Financial since 2001, progressing through various positions and has a deep understanding of the Bank's culture [7]. - Rick Vaughan brings over 30 years of banking and wealth management experience, previously serving as Regional Banking President for Wells Fargo [9]. - Luke Uherik has over 17 years with First Financial, having advanced from Junior Commercial Relationship Manager to Executive Vice President [11]. Company Overview - First Financial Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Financial Bankshares, Inc., headquartered in Abilene, Texas, operating multiple banking regions with 79 locations across Texas [13].