Isabella Bank (NASDAQ: ISBA) appoints independent director Brian Tessin to its board

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Isabella Bank Corporation reported a board change, appointing Brian Tessin to the Boards of Isabella Bank Corporation and Isabella Bank effective October 6, 2025. He will serve as a director until the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

The Board determined that Tessin qualifies as an independent director under applicable SEC rules. The company also issued a press release dated October 9, 2025 to publicly announce his appointment.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 6, 2025

ISABELLA BANK CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan

000-18415

38-2830092

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

401 North Main Street

Mt. Pleasant

Michigan

48858-1649

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (989) 772-9471

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common stock, no par value per share			ISBA			The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Section 5 - Corporate Governance and Management

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

(d)    Appointment of Brian Tessin as a Director for Isabella Bank Corporation and Isabella Bank

On October 6, 2025, the Board of Directors of the Corporation appointed Brian Tessin to the Board of Directors of Isabella Bank Corporation and to the Board of Directors of Isabella Bank. Mr. Tessin will serve a term as a director until the Corporation's Annual Meeting of Shareholders in 2026. The Board has determined that Mr. Tessin is an "independent director" within the meaning of applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The Corporation issued a press release dated October 9, 2025 announcing Mr. Tessin's appointment to the Board of Directors of Isabella Bank Corporation and to the Board of Directors of Isabella Bank.

Section 9 - Financial Statements and Exhibits

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d)    Exhibits:

Exhibit No.						Description
99.1						Director appointment press release issued October 9, 2025
104						Cover page interactive data file - the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document

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.

ISABELLA BANK CORPORATION

Dated:

October 9, 2025

By:

/s/ Jerome E. Schwind

Jerome E. Schwind, President & CEO

INDEX TO EXHIBITS

Exhibit No.						Description
99.1						Director appointment press release issued October 9, 2025
104						Cover page interactive data file - the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document

FAQ

What board change did Isabella Bank Corporation (ISBA) disclose in this 8-K?

Isabella Bank Corporation disclosed the appointment of Brian Tessin to the Boards of Isabella Bank Corporation and Isabella Bank. His service as a director begins October 6, 2025 and continues until the company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, subject to standard governance processes.

How long will Brian Tessin serve as a director at Isabella Bank Corporation (ISBA)?

Brian Tessin will serve as a director until Isabella Bank Corporation’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. After that meeting, his continued service would typically depend on shareholder elections or further board actions, consistent with the company’s normal governance and director nomination procedures.

Is Brian Tessin considered an independent director at Isabella Bank Corporation (ISBA)?

Yes, the Board of Directors determined that Brian Tessin is an independent director under applicable Securities and Exchange Commission rules. This means he meets regulatory independence standards, which typically focus on avoiding material relationships that could impair objective judgment on behalf of shareholders.

When did Isabella Bank Corporation (ISBA) publicly announce Brian Tessin’s appointment?

Isabella Bank Corporation publicly announced Brian Tessin’s board appointment in a press release dated October 9, 2025. The press release serves as the primary public communication of his joining the Boards of Isabella Bank Corporation and Isabella Bank following the October 6, 2025 board action.

Does the Isabella Bank Corporation (ISBA) 8-K include any financial results?

No, this 8-K focuses on corporate governance, specifically the appointment of a new director, Brian Tessin. It does not present revenue, earnings, or other operating performance metrics, instead concentrating on board composition and the related press release as supporting disclosure.

What exhibits are attached to Isabella Bank Corporation’s (ISBA) 8-K filing?

The filing includes Exhibit 99.1, a director appointment press release dated October 9, 2025, and Exhibit 104, the cover page interactive data file with inline XBRL tags. These exhibits provide the formal public announcement and the structured data required for electronic reporting.