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FORM 8-K
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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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