Press Releases April 27, 2026 11:18 AM

Meridian Corporation Announces Appointment of Ken Warriner to Board of Directors

Meridian Corporation strengthens its Board with financial expert Ken Warriner

By Sofia Navarro MRBK
Meridian Corporation Announces Appointment of Ken Warriner to Board of Directors
MRBK

Meridian Corporation announced the appointment of Ken Warriner to its Board of Directors and Meridian Bank's principal subsidiary. Warriner brings extensive finance, operational, and strategic planning expertise from his roles in aviation and healthcare sectors, enhancing the bank's leadership amid its ongoing commitment to delivering long-term shareholder value.

Key Points

  • Ken Warriner appointed to Meridian Corporation's Board of Directors and its subsidiary, Meridian Bank.
  • Warriner's background spans aviation finance management and healthcare financial leadership, adding strategic value to Meridian.
  • Meridian Bank operates in multiple states with diverse services including business lending, real estate financing, and wealth management.
  • The banking and financial services sectors are directly impacted, while aviation and healthcare are indirectly related through Warriner's experience.

MALVERN, Pa., April 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meridian Corporation (NASDAQ: MRBK) today announced that Ken Warriner has been appointed to an open position on its Board of Directors and its principal subsidiary, Meridian Bank, effective immediately.

“Ken brings a strong background in financial leadership, operational oversight and strategic planning that will be a tremendous asset to our Board,” said Chris Annas, Chairman. “His prior service on the Advisory Council, combined with his deep financial expertise and experience across the healthcare and aviation sectors, will continue to support Meridian’s commitment to delivering long-term value for our customers and shareholders.”

Warriner currently serves as Senior Director of Finance and Administration of the Naples Airport Authority (NAA) in Naples, Florida, where he began his aviation career in 2018. In this role, he oversees accounting, information technology, procurement, risk management and investment activities for the Authority. Warriner has also served as a member of Meridian’s Advisory Council in Florida since 2022.

“I am honored to join Meridian’s Board of Directors and continue contributing to an organization with a strong reputation for relationship-driven banking and community commitment,” Warriner noted. “I look forward to working with the Board and management team to help advance the Bank’s strategic priorities.”


Prior to joining the NAA, Warriner spent 16 years in the healthcare industry with a Fortune 500 company, where he held roles as Assistant Corporate Controller and Chief Financial Officer for several hospitals in Florida and Mississippi. He began his career in public accounting with PricewaterhouseCoopers and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant, holding a degree from Baylor University.

About Meridian Bank 
Meridian Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of Meridian Corporation (Nasdaq: MRBK), serves Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Florida through a network of bank branches, mortgage and wealth management offices. Offering a full suite of financial products and services, Meridian specializes in business and industrial lending, retail and commercial real estate lending, electronic payments and wealth management solutions, along with a menu of high-yield depository products, all supported by robust online and mobile access. For additional information, visit www.meridianbanker.com. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

Contact: Christopher J. Annas
484.568.5001
[email protected]

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/5ac0587d-42b0-4ad2-bb74-e3b533cae4bb


Risks

  • The successful integration and impact of new board members on company strategy and governance remain uncertain.
  • Economic or regulatory changes affecting regional banks could influence Meridian's performance despite leadership enhancements.
  • Market competition in banking and financial services may limit the immediate tangible benefits of this appointment, affecting investor sentiment.

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