NEWS

Multiple types of fraud are on the rise, especially through texts and mobile phones. Please be extra careful and aware. Beware of texts that appear to be from the bank and the sender later asks you for your account information, online banking credentials, or codes that are texted to you by First Merchants Bank.

MUNCIE, IN. -- First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ - FRME) is proud to announce Jadira Hoptry, Director of Community Lending and Development, as the 2021 Indiana Bankers Association (IBA) Woman of the Year. The award, sponsored by Krieg DeVault LLP, recognizes female professionals who best demonstrate professional excellence, community service and a passion for supporting other women to reach their full potential – whether in banking or other fields.

MUNCIE, IN. -- Newsweek has released the 2022 America's Best Bank rankings, and First Merchants Bank holds the top big bank spot for the second year in a row. This honor recognizes the bank’s work in Indiana. Newsweek also rated First Merchants as a leading bank in the U.S. for its service to clients during challenging times and ability to provide exceptional customer service built on long-lasting relationships.

MUNCIE, IN. -- First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ - FRME) today announced David Greene as the new Region President of Indianapolis. Greene will oversee all market operations and build upon the company’s recent growth in the city.

MUNCIE, IN. -- First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ - FRME) today announced Mike Hurst as President of Region Banking. Hurst’s role will span First Merchants’ territory in four states: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.