Commencement Bank President & COO, Nigel L. English, Appointed to the CBW Board of Directors

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Commencement Bank (OTCQX:CBWA) announced that Nigel L. English, President & COO, was appointed to the Community Bankers of Washington (CBW) Board of Directors effective April 15, 2026.

English joins 12 peers on the CBW board, bringing over 30 years of Washington state banking experience and a stated focus on community banking advocacy and regulatory navigation.

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TACOMA, WA / ACCESS Newswire / April 15, 2026 / Commencement Bank, a subsidiary of Commencement Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX:CBWA), is pleased to announce that the Community Bankers of Washington (CBW) have appointed Nigel L. English, Commencement Bank President & Chief Operating Officer, to the Board of Directors. The CBW Executive Committee appointed him to the board effective immediately, where he will serve alongside 12 of his peers from various financial institutions across Washington state.

"I am honored to have joined the Community Bankers of Washington Board of Directors. This opportunity reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the communities we serve and provides our stakeholders with access to industry advocacy and educational resources that are imperative in navigating the regulatory landscape and the dynamic financial services industry. I look forward to working alongside my fellow board members to support our industry and to continue advocating for strong, relationship-focused banking across Washington state," said Nigel L. English, President & COO.

The CBW, which was formed in 1989, is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the value of Washington State's community-based financial institutions for the benefit of consumers and businesses. With over 30 years of banking experience in Washington state, English will contribute his deep expertise, strategic vision, and commitment to community. As a board member, he will help ensure that vital community banks continue to thrive in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.

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Nigel L. English, Commencement Bank President & COO and CBW Board Member

About Commencement Bank
Commencement Bank, a subsidiary of Commencement Bancorp, Inc., headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, was formed in 2006 to provide traditional, reliable, and sustainable banking in Pierce, South King, Thurston counties and the surrounding areas. Their team of banking experts focuses on personal attention, flexible service, and building strong relationships with customers through state-of-the-art technology as well as traditional delivery systems. As a local bank, Commencement Bank is deeply committed to the community. For more information, please visit www.commencementbank.com. For information related to the trading of CBWA, please visit www.otcmarkets.com.

For further discussion, please contact the following:

John E. Manolides, Chief Executive Officer | 253-284-1802

SOURCE: Commencement Bank

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FAQ

Who is Nigel L. English and what is his role at Commencement Bank (CBWA)?

Nigel L. English is the President & Chief Operating Officer of Commencement Bank (OTCQX:CBWA). According to Commencement Bank, he has over 30 years of Washington state banking experience and leads operations and strategic initiatives for the bank.

What does Nigel English's appointment to the CBW board mean for Commencement Bank (CBWA) shareholders?

The appointment increases executive visibility for Commencement Bank (OTCQX:CBWA) within state banking circles. According to Commencement Bank, it aims to strengthen community banking advocacy and provide access to industry education and regulatory resources beneficial to stakeholders.

When did Nigel L. English join the Community Bankers of Washington board for CBWA?

Nigel L. English was appointed to the CBW Board of Directors effective April 15, 2026. According to Commencement Bank, the CBW Executive Committee made the appointment and he will serve alongside 12 fellow board members.

What is the Community Bankers of Washington and how does CBWA benefit from membership?

The CBW is a trade organization focused on protecting and enhancing community financial institutions in Washington. According to Commencement Bank, membership offers advocacy and educational resources that help banks navigate regulatory and industry changes.

How will Nigel English contribute to CBW initiatives as a Commencement Bank (CBWA) board member?

Nigel English will contribute strategic vision and industry expertise to CBW initiatives supporting community banks. According to Commencement Bank, his experience will help advocate for relationship-focused banking and support regulatory and educational efforts across Washington state.