Park National Corporation (PRK) announces retirement of veteran director DeLawder

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Park National Corporation reported that long-time director and former chief executive officer C. Daniel DeLawder will retire from its Board of Directors and will not stand for re-election at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. His term as director will end immediately before that meeting. In connection with his retirement, he will also step down as Chair of the Executive Committee of both Park National Corporation and Park National Bank, as well as Chair of the Park National Bank Wealth Management Committee.

The company highlighted Mr. DeLawder’s 55-year career with the organization, including a 15-year term as CEO, noting his long-standing advocacy for the bank. The Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee will evaluate its recommendation to fill the board vacancy created by his retirement at its next meeting.

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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) December 29, 2025

PARK NATIONAL CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Ohio			1-13006			31-1179518
(State or other jurisdiction			(Commission			(IRS Employer
of incorporation)			File Number)			Identification No.)

50 North Third Street,

P.O. Box 3500,

Newark,

Ohio

43058-3500

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(740)			349-8451
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

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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 shares, without par value			PRK			NYSE American

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

On December 29, 2025, C. Daniel DeLawder, who currently serves in the class of directors of Park National Corporation (“PRK”) and Park National Bank (“PNB”), (collectively ”Park”) whose term will expire at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Park (the "2026 Annual Meeting"), notified Park that he has decided to retire and not stand for re-election to the Board of Directors. Mr. DeLawder’s term as a director will expire immediately prior to the 2026 Annual Meeting. In addition to stepping down from his role as director, Mr. DeLawder will conclude his service as Chair of the Executive Committee of both PRK and PNB as well as Chair of the PNB Wealth Management Committee.

Mr. DeLawder has demonstrated tremendous commitment and service to PRK and PNB, having served in many roles over his 55-year career, including a 15-year term as Park’s CEO. Mr. DeLawder was an advocate for PRK and PNB throughout his time with the bank.

The Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, on behalf of the Board of Directors of Park, will evaluate its recommendation for the vacancy created by Mr. DeLawder at its next meeting.

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SIGNATURE

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.

 

			PARK NATIONAL CORPORATION
Dated: January 5, 2026			By:			/s/ Brady T. Burt
						Brady T. Burt
						Chief Financial Officer, Secretary and Treasurer

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FAQ

What leadership change did Park National Corporation (PRK) disclose?

Park National Corporation disclosed that long-time director and former CEO C. Daniel DeLawder has decided to retire and will not stand for re-election to the Board of Directors at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

When will C. Daniel DeLawder’s term as a director of PRK end?

C. Daniel DeLawder’s term as a director will end immediately prior to the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Park National Corporation.

What additional roles is C. Daniel DeLawder leaving at Park National (PRK)?

In addition to his director role, C. Daniel DeLawder will conclude his service as Chair of the Executive Committee of both Park National Corporation and Park National Bank, and as Chair of the Park National Bank Wealth Management Committee.

How long has C. Daniel DeLawder served Park National Corporation (PRK)?

Park National noted that C. Daniel DeLawder has had a 55-year career with the organization, including a 15-year term as CEO, and has been an advocate for both Park National Corporation and Park National Bank.

How will Park National Corporation (PRK) fill the board vacancy created by this retirement?

The Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, on behalf of the Board of Directors, will evaluate its recommendation for filling the vacancy created by Mr. DeLawder’s retirement at its next meeting.

Does this filing mention any impact on Park National Corporation’s (PRK) financial results?

The disclosure focuses on board and committee leadership changes related to C. Daniel DeLawder’s retirement and does not discuss financial results.