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First Financial Bankshares Announces Promotion of Luke Longhofer to EVP Chief Lending Officer

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Monday, January 31, 2022
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ABILENE, Texas, Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) announced the promotion of Luke Longhofer to Executive Vice President, Chief Lending Officer.

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  • ABILENE, Texas, Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) announced the promotion of Luke Longhofer to Executive Vice President, Chief Lending Officer.
  • Longhofer replaces Gary Gragg, who previously announced his retirement after 31 years, including the last 16 as Chief Lending Officer.
  • "Luke is well prepared to take on Gary's position as Chief Lending Officer since they have worked in tandem for the past 11 years.
  • As Chief Credit Officer, Longhofer has played an integral role in the credit oversight of bank acquisitions, most recently Bryan/College Station in 2020.

First Financial Bankshares Announces Appointment of Eli Jones to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, January 25, 2022
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ABILENE, Texas, Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) announced today the appointment of Eli Jones, Ph.D. to the company's Board of Directors.

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  • ABILENE, Texas, Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) announced today the appointment of Eli Jones, Ph.D. to the company's Board of Directors.
  • Board of Directors and he currently serves on the Bryan/College Station Regional Board of First Financial Bank, N.A.
  • "Eli has served on our Bryan/College Station board for the last year and is a well-respected member of the academic and business community.
  • Among his professional associations, Jones serves on Invesco's Family of Funds Board of Directors, Trustee, and as director of the Insperity, Inc. (NYSE: NSP) Board of Directors.

First Financial Bank Names David Bailey as Executive Vice President for Commercial Banking

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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has promoted David Bailey to Executive Vice President for Commercial Banking, a newly created position within the bank.

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  • has promoted David Bailey to Executive Vice President for Commercial Banking, a newly created position within the bank.
  • In the new role, Bailey will lead the commercial banking line of business, working with each region to grow First Financial's commercial loan portfolio.
  • "I look forward to the opportunities this new position presents and am excited for the future of First Financial Bank.
  • Bailey has been with First Financial Bank for 18 years, starting his career as a teller while attending McMurry University in Abilene.

Chris Baughman Promoted To First Financial Bank Conroe Region President

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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has promoted Chris Baughman to President of the Conroe Region.

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  • has promoted Chris Baughman to President of the Conroe Region.
  • "Chris Baughman has been a wonderful asset to First Financial Bank for more than a decade and we look forward to his leadership in this well-deserved role," Dueser said.
  • Baughman is no stranger to First Financial Bank, having worked in the Conroe region the last 12 years as executive vice president.
  • A 39-year industry veteran, Baughman previously worked with Amegy Bank, First National Bank Texas, and American Bank Conroe, and was an examiner for the Texas Department of Banking.

First Financial Bank Served Nearly 100 Non-Profit Organizations In Sixth Annual Company-Wide Day Of Service

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Thursday, October 14, 2021
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ABILENE, Texas, Oct. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN), completed its sixth annual company-wide Day of Service on Columbus Day, October 11, 2021.

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  • ABILENE, Texas, Oct. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN), completed its sixth annual company-wide Day of Service on Columbus Day, October 11, 2021.
  • First Financial partnered with nearly 100 local non-profit organizations across the state to provide assistance and perform service projects in each of the communities it serves.
  • With more than 1,000 employees from 78 statewide branches participating on the federal holiday, Day of Service initiatives took place in many communities across First Financial's footprint.
  • For more information about First Financial's Day of Service, please visit the Company's website at www.ffin.com/dayofservice , follow First Financial on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn, or reach out to team members at any First Financial Bank location.

First Financial Bank Elects Maggie M. Tuschinski as Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer

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Friday, August 20, 2021
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ABILENE, Texas, Aug. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN), have announced the election of Maggie M. Tuschinski as Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer.

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  • ABILENE, Texas, Aug. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN), have announced the election of Maggie M. Tuschinski as Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer.
  • The announcement was made by John Ruzicka, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of First Technology Services, Inc., (FTS), the technology subsidiary of First Financial Bank, N.A.
  • "Maggie will work collaboratively with each line of business to promote a consistent experience for our customers across all digital channels.
  • Tuschinski comes to First Financial with 20 years of experience working in financial services, including ten years with Fortune 500 company USAA and most recently Frost Bank, serving as Senior Vice President and Director of Digital Services.

First Financial Bankshares Named No. 2 Bank In The Nation

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

ABILENE, Texas, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) was recently named the No.

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  • ABILENE, Texas, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) was recently named the No.
  • 2 top-performing publicly traded bank in the nation in the $5-$50 billion asset category by Bank Director Magazine.
  • First Financial Bankshares has appeared annually in the listing, since it was first introduced by Bank Director Magazine in 2009.
  • Last month, First Financial was named to Forbes' annual listing of America's Best Banks in Each State, which recognizes financial institutions that best serve their customers' needs.

First Financial Bank Announces Election Of Chris Cook As Executive Vice President Of Marketing

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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ABILENE, Texas, July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, N.A., have announced the election of Chris Cook as Executive Vice President of Marketing.

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  • ABILENE, Texas, July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, N.A., have announced the election of Chris Cook as Executive Vice President of Marketing.
  • The announcement was made by Ron Butler, Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer of First Financial Bankshares, Abilene.
  • "We are excited to welcome Chris Cook to First Financial.
  • "Chris will assist in strengthening the First Financial brand across the state of Texas by enhancing our communications, campaign strategies, media and public relations, and digital marketing efforts.

First Financial Bank Announces Promotion Of Nora P. Thompson To Chief Executive Officer Of Bryan/College Station Region

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of First Financial Bank, N.A., announced the promotion of Nora P. Thompson to Chief Executive Officer of First Financial Bank, Bryan/College Station Region.

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  • COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of First Financial Bank, N.A., announced the promotion of Nora P. Thompson to Chief Executive Officer of First Financial Bank, Bryan/College Station Region.
  • Thompson was promoted to President of the Region in 2021, and now has been elevated to CEO to replace Ivan M. Olson, who retired earlier this summer.
  • "We are proud to promote Nora with the additional title of Chief Executive Officer of First Financial Bank, Bryan/College Station Region," said F. Scott Dueser, Chairman, President, and CEO of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. "Nora is a proven leader with expertise in the banking industry and a great love for the Bryan/College Station market.
  • She is well respected by our customers and the community and we know she will do a fine job in leading the bank into the future."

First Financial Bank Southeast Region President Stephen Lee Named to Texas State University System Board of Regents

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Monday, July 26, 2021
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ABILENE, Texas, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Stephen Lee, Chairman, President and CEO of First Financial Bank, N.A., Southeast Region was recently appointed by Gov.

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  • ABILENE, Texas, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Stephen Lee, Chairman, President and CEO of First Financial Bank, N.A., Southeast Region was recently appointed by Gov.
  • Greg Abbott to the Texas State University System Board of Regents.
  • Lee received a degree in finance from Lamar University, which is a member of the Texas State System.
  • Lee serves as a director of the Lamar State College-Orange Foundation, chairman of the Lutcher Theater, Inc. Board, director of Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas Foundation and director of the 100 Club of Southeast Texas.