Glacier Bancorp (GBCI) taps Pollan as deputy CFO ahead 2027 handoff
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (GBCI) announced a planned finance leadership transition. The Board appointed Byron Pollan as Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer of the company and Glacier Bank, effective September 1, 2026, a newly created role. Following Chief Financial Officer Ron Copher’s previously announced retirement, now expected in mid‑2027, Pollan will become Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Copher, who will remain in an advisory capacity for a period to support a smooth transition.
Pollan has 27 years of banking and financial services experience and has served as Senior Vice President and Treasurer of Glacier Bancorp since January 2017. His background includes treasury leadership at CIT Bank, portfolio management at Freddie Mac, a 1999 Bachelor of Science in International Finance from Brigham Young University, and status as a CFA® charterholder since 2003.
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8-K Event Classification
3 items: 7.01, 8.01, 9.01
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Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 8.01
Other Events
Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Effective date of Deputy CFO appointment: September 1, 2026
Planned retirement timing for CFO: mid-2027
Industry experience of Byron Pollan: 27 years
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Effective date of Deputy CFO appointment
September 1, 2026
Date Byron Pollan becomes Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Planned retirement timing for CFO
mid-2027
Expected timing of Ron Copher’s retirement as CFO
Industry experience of Byron Pollan
27 years
Experience in banking and financial services
Service as SVP and Treasurer
since January 2017
Tenure of Byron Pollan as Senior Vice President and Treasurer of Glacier Bancorp
Undergraduate degree year
1999
Year Byron Pollan graduated from Brigham Young University with a BS in International Finance
CFA charterholder since
2003
Year Byron Pollan became a CFA® charterholder
Press release date
August 31, 2026
Date of press release announcing Pollan’s appointment
Key Terms
Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Regulation FD Disclosure, ALCO Committee, CFA® charterholder, +1 more
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Deputy Chief Financial Officer financial
"appointed Byron Pollan to serve as Senior Vice President in the newly created position of Deputy Chief Financial Officer"
Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory
"Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure A copy of the press release"
Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.
ALCO Committee financial
"he established the Treasury Department and Chaired the ALCO Committee"
An ALCO committee is a bank or financial firm's Asset-Liability Committee that sets policies and oversees management of the balance sheet—mainly liquidity, funding, interest-rate and maturity risks. Think of it as the team that matches the firm’s money coming in and going out, deciding how much to lend, borrow, or hold in different instruments; its decisions affect the institution’s earnings stability, risk profile, and sensitivity to market rate changes, which investors watch closely.
CFA® charterholder financial
"and has been a CFA® charterholder since 2003"
A CFA® charterholder is a finance professional who has earned a globally recognized credential from the CFA Institute by passing a series of rigorous exams, meeting required investment-related work experience, and agreeing to a strict code of ethics. For investors, the designation acts like a quality seal — similar to a medical license for doctors — signaling that the person likely has strong skills in investment analysis, portfolio management and ethical conduct, which helps reduce uncertainty when choosing advisors or evaluating research.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
FAQ
What executive leadership change did GBCI announce in this Form 8-K?
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. announced that Byron Pollan will become Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer effective September 1, 2026, and is expected to succeed Ron Copher as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer upon Copher’s planned retirement in mid‑2027.
When will Byron Pollan officially assume the Deputy CFO role at GBCI?
Byron Pollan will assume the role of Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer of Glacier Bancorp and Glacier Bank effective September 1, 2026, according to the company’s disclosure and accompanying press release.
What is the planned timing of GBCI CFO Ron Copher’s retirement?
Chief Financial Officer Ron Copher’s retirement, which had been previously announced, is now planned for mid‑2027. After stepping down as CFO, he will remain with Glacier Bancorp in an advisory role for a period of time to support the finance leadership transition.
What experience does Byron Pollan bring to his new roles at GBCI?
Byron Pollan brings 27 years of banking and financial services experience. He has served as Senior Vice President and Treasurer of Glacier Bancorp since January 2017, previously served as Treasurer of CIT Bank, and earlier worked as a portfolio manager at Freddie Mac.
What are Byron Pollan’s educational and professional credentials mentioned by GBCI?
Glacier Bancorp reports that Byron Pollan earned a Bachelor of Science in International Finance from Brigham Young University in 1999 and has been a CFA® charterholder since 2003, reflecting formal training and a professional designation in finance.
Did GBCI provide any additional materials about the CFO transition?
Yes. Glacier Bancorp furnished a press release announcing Byron Pollan’s appointment as Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer as Exhibit 99.1, dated August 31, 2026, which is incorporated by reference into the current report.
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CURRENT REPORT
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Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 27, 2026
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Item 8.01 Other Events
On August 27, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”), appointed Byron Pollan to serve as Senior Vice President in the newly created position of Deputy Chief Financial Officer of the Company and Glacier Bank, effective September 1, 2026. Upon Ron Copher’s previously announced retirement, now planned for mid-2027, Mr. Pollan will become an Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company and Glacier Bank, succeeding Mr. Copher. Mr. Copher will remain with the Company in an advisory role for a period of time to support a smooth transition.
Mr. Pollan brings 27 years of experience in banking and financial services. He has served as Senior Vice President and Treasurer of the Company since January 2017. Prior to joining the Company, he served as Treasurer of CIT Bank, where he established the Treasury Department and Chaired the ALCO Committee. Earlier in his career, Mr. Pollan was a portfolio manager at Freddie Mac. He is a 1999 graduate of Brigham Young University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in International Finance, and has been a CFA® charterholder since 2003.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This current report on Form 8-K contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as “estimate,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “will,” and similar references to future periods. Such forward-looking statements include but are not limited to statements regarding the Company’s expectations concerning continued and future service arrangements with Messrs. Copher and Pollan. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made and reflect management’s current expectations and beliefs. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise or update the forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date of this report. For more information, see the risk factors described in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time.
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure
A copy of the press release announcing Mr. Pollan’s appointment as Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Offer is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report and incorporated by reference.
Item 9.01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
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99.1 Press Release dated August 31, 2026
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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NEWS RELEASE August 31, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Randall M. Chesler, CEO (406) 751-4722 Ron J. Copher, CFO (406) 751-7706 Glacier Bancorp Selects Byron Pollan to Become Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Succeed Ron Copher as CFO of Glacier Bancorp in 2027 KALISPELL, MONTANA - Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: GBCI) announced today that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) appointed Byron Pollan to serve as Senior Vice President in the newly created position of Deputy Chief Financial Officer of the Company and Glacier Bank, effective September 1, 2026. Upon Ron Copher’s previously announced retirement, now planned for mid-2027, Mr. Pollan will become an Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company and Glacier Bank, succeeding Mr. Copher. Mr. Copher will remain with the Company in an advisory role for a period of time to support a smooth transition. Mr. Pollan brings 27 years of experience in banking and financial services. He has served as Senior Vice President and Treasurer of the Company since January 2017. Prior to joining the Company, he served as Treasurer of CIT Bank, where he established the Treasury Department and Chaired the ALCO Committee. Earlier in his career, Mr. Pollan was a portfolio manager at Freddie Mac. He is a 1999 graduate of Brigham Young University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in International Finance, and has been a CFA® charterholder since 2003. “We conducted an extensive internal and external search for Ron’s successor and considered many highly qualified candidates from top financial institutions,” said Randy Chesler, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Byron’s exceptional track record, deep knowledge of Glacier and proven leadership across treasury and financial management made him the clear, unanimous choice to lead the Company’s finance organization.” “Byron has played a central role in Glacier’s financial performance and has developed strong relationships across the Company’s nine-state footprint,” said Ron Copher, Chief Financial Officer. “He also has extensive experience working with investors, equity research analysts, portfolio managers and shareholders, which will serve him well in his new role.” About Glacier Bancorp, Inc.: Glacier Bancorp, Inc. is the parent company for Glacier Bank and its bank divisions: Altabank (American Fork, UT), Bank of the San Juans (Durango, CO), Citizens Community Bank (Pocatello, ID), Collegiate Peaks Bank (Buena Vista, CO), First Bank of Montana (Lewistown,
MT), First Bank of Wyoming (Powell, WY), First Community Bank Utah (Layton, UT), First Security Bank (Bozeman, MT), First Security Bank of Missoula (Missoula, MT), First State Bank (Wheatland, WY), Glacier Bank (Kalispell, MT), Guaranty Bank & Trust (Mount Pleasant, TX), Heritage Bank of Nevada (Reno, NV), Mountain West Bank (Coeur d’Alene, ID), The Foothills Bank (Yuma, AZ), Valley Bank (Helena, MT), Western Security Bank (Billings, MT), and Wheatland Bank (Spokane, WA). Visit Glacier’s website at http://www.glacierbancorp.com