MUNCIE, IN— First Merchants Bank and First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors are pleased to announce Doug Miltenberger's addition to their team as Regional Managers for the West Region. Miltenberger will assume his new role based in the Indianapolis headquarters on August 12, 2024. He will oversee operations in Muncie, Indianapolis, Lafayette, and Lakeshore.

With over 24 years of experience in the financial services industry, Miltenberger brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to First Merchants. Before joining First Merchants, he served as Indiana Market Manager for Huntington Private Bank, leading a team of professionals in providing comprehensive private banking services.

“We are excited to welcome Doug to the First Merchants team,” said Michael Joyce, President of First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors. “His proven leadership and deep industry knowledge will be invaluable as we continue to expand our private wealth management services.”

Miltenberger holds a B.A. in Finance from Ball State University’s Miller College of Business and is a proud United States Marine Corps veteran. He is actively involved in the community, serving on Wheeler Mission and Ball State University Alumni Council boards.

About First Merchants Corporation:

With $18.3 billion in assets¹, First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ: FRME) is a registered bank holding company offering a full line of commercial and consumer banking services and wealth management services through First Merchants Bank and First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. With more than 130 years of enhancing the financial wellness of the diverse communities it serves, First Merchants makes meaningful contributions through Employee Empowerment, Philanthropy and Charitable Giving, Financial Wellness, Community Home and Business Lending, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The company has been honored for its attentive and knowledgeable service and culture by Forbes, Time Magazine, American Banker, Comparably, and S&P Global Intelligence “Best Banks” awards. First Merchants Bank attributes this recognition to a mission-driven team that is passionate about “helping you prosper” through attentiveness as its genuine and unique approach to customer service. To see how First Merchants Bank is making a difference, go to https://www.firstmerchants.com/.

¹ As of July 25, 2024