Woodlands Bank Announces Appointment of Jay B. Alexander as Chairman of the Board

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Woodlands Financial Services Company (WDFN) has appointed independent director Jay B. Alexander as Chairman of the Board of Directors for both the Company and Woodlands Bank, effective September 22, 2025.

The governance restructuring aims to strengthen corporate governance and align stakeholder interests amid growth opportunities in their markets. Alexander, who has served as an independent director since 2022, brings extensive leadership experience and a strong commitment to northcentral Pennsylvania's economic development.

The strategic appointment positions the company to execute initiatives focused on market share growth, earnings enhancement, and increasing long-term shareholder value. President and CEO Jon P. Conklin expressed enthusiasm about working with Alexander to establish Woodlands Bank as the community bank of choice in their current markets and beyond.

Positive

• Appointment of experienced independent director as Chairman strengthens corporate governance
• Strategic focus on growth opportunities in current markets
• Alignment of interests between shareholders, directors, and management

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• None.

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WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Effective September 22, 2025, the Board of Directors of Woodlands Financial Services Company (the "Company") and Woodlands Bank (the "Bank") are pleased to announce the appointment of independent director Jay B. Alexander to serve as Chairman of the Boards of Directors of both the Company and the Bank. This change in governance structure was made with a strategic focus on strengthening its overall corporate governance given the Company's growth trajectory as well as aligning the interests of the shareholders, directors, and management with respect to the significant opportunities that currently exist in its markets of operation. The addition of an outside Chairman position allows the Company and the Bank to position its resources in a way to most effectively and efficiently execute on its strategic initiatives aimed at seizing on these opportunities which, if successful, will generate significant growth in market share and earnings as well as increasing long-term shareholder value and return.

Mr. Alexander has served as an independent director of the Company and the Bank since 2022, bringing extensive leadership experience, having managed successful businesses as well as serving on several boards in various capacities over the course of his career.  His commitment to the economic development of northcentral Pennsylvania has been a constant focus in every position that he has held, and this focus will continue to be prevalent in his role as Chairman of the Boards of Directors of the Company and the Bank.

"I am honored to serve as Chairman of the Board.  I am confident that the leadership and business experience that I have attained over the course of my career coupled with my strong commitment to community involvement and unwavering support of the vital role served by community banks as the engine of economic development across the country will provide a perfect foundation for working with the Board and management to seize on these unique opportunities that exist to grow and broaden our positive impact on communities, customers, and shareholders alike," stated Alexander.

Jon P. Conklin, President and CEO of the Company and Bank, stated, "I welcome the appointment of Jay to the role of Chairman of the Board, and I look forward to working closer with him in that role to make Woodlands Bank the community bank of choice in our current markets and beyond.  I am excited about the opportunities that exist for us to achieve some really great results and to elevate the Woodlands brand to a place that will allow us to play an even bigger role in serving the needs of our communities, our customers, and our shareholders."

Woodlands Financial Services Company is a financial services holding company of Woodlands Bank and Woodlands Stock Corporation. The Company through its holdings provides commercial and consumer banking and trust services in Lycoming and Clinton Counties. 

FAQ

Who is the new Chairman of Woodlands Bank (WDFN)?

Jay B. Alexander, who has served as an independent director since 2022, was appointed as Chairman of the Board for both Woodlands Financial Services Company and Woodlands Bank, effective September 22, 2025.

What experience does Jay B. Alexander bring to Woodlands Bank as Chairman?

Alexander brings extensive leadership experience from managing successful businesses and serving on several boards. He has demonstrated a strong commitment to economic development in northcentral Pennsylvania throughout his career.

Why did Woodlands Bank (WDFN) appoint a new Chairman?

The appointment was made to strengthen corporate governance given the company's growth trajectory and to better align interests of shareholders, directors, and management to capitalize on market opportunities.

What are Woodlands Bank's strategic goals under the new Chairman?

Under the new Chairman, Woodlands Bank aims to increase market share, enhance earnings, improve long-term shareholder value, and expand its role in serving communities, customers, and shareholders.

What is Woodlands Financial Services Company's (WDFN) business structure?

Woodlands Financial Services Company is a financial services holding company that owns Woodlands Bank and Woodlands Stock Corporation, providing commercial and consumer banking and trust services in Lycoming and Clinton Counties.