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Premier Financial Corp. Announces Appointment of Nikki Lanier, JD to Its Board of Directors
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Premier Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: PFC) announced the appointment of Nikki Lanier, JD, to its Board of Directors, effective January 24, 2022. Lanier, founder and CEO of Harper Slade, brings over 25 years of leadership experience in banking, labor law, and human resources. Previously, she served as Senior VP at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. Lanier will serve on the Compensation and Risk committees, adding valuable perspective to the board as expressed by Executive Chairman Don Hileman and CEO Gary Small.
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Nikki Lanier's extensive experience in banking and human resources may strengthen the company's governance.
Her leadership at Harper Slade and background in employment law could enhance PFC's strategic initiatives.
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Concerns may arise regarding the continuity of leadership experience with the addition of a new board member.
Potential experience gaps in financial services oversight given Lanier's primary focus on HR and legal aspects.
DEFIANCE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Premier Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: PFC), the holding company for Premier Bank and First Insurance Group, today announced that Nikki Lanier, JD, will be appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors effective January 24, 2022.
Ms. Lanier is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Harper Slade, a racial equality advisory firm that began operations January 1, 2022. Prior to forming Harper Slade, Ms. Lanier was the Senior Vice President and Site General Manager of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (Louisville).
Don Hileman, Executive Chairman of the Board of Premier Financial, stated "I am delighted to welcome Ms. Lanier to our Board of Directors. We are confident that she will provide valuable perspective to the Board and look forward to her contributions."
Lanier is an accomplished leader with more than 25 years of experience in a variety of fields spanning banking, labor and employment law, collective bargaining, human resources, and state government. She is a seasoned Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) in both the private and public sectors, with expertise in a variety of HR disciplines. She has managed multi-site operations, ensured compliance with all federal and state employment laws, and implemented comprehensive approaches that effectively align human capital priorities with the overall organizational strategy. Lanier is a collaborative leader that excels at building synergetic high-performing teams in multi-cultural and cross-functional environments.
“We are extremely pleased to welcome Ms. Lanier to our Board of Directors,” said Gary Small, President and CEO. “We are delighted to add an accomplished leader of Nikki’s caliber to PFC’s Board. Her depth of knowledge and experience, coupled with her extensive industry background, will be an asset to the Board.”
Lanier also serves as an adjunct MBA professor at the University of Louisville College of Business, where she also serves on its Board of Advisors. She also serves as chair of the board of One West, a Louisville based community development corporation, and as secretary and audit committee chair of the Louisville Regional Airport Authority board. Lanier will serve on the Compensation and Risk committees as a Premier Financial Board Member.
About Premier Financial Corp.
Premier Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: PFC), headquartered in Defiance, Ohio, is the holding company for Premier Bank and First Insurance Group. Premier Bank, headquartered in Youngstown Ohio, operates 75 branches and 12 loan offices in Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania and West Virginia (West Virginia office operates as Home Savings Bank) and serves clients through a team of wealth professionals dedicated to each community banking branch. First Insurance Group is a full-service insurance agency with ten offices in Ohio. For more information, visit the company’s websites at PremierFinCorp.com.
Who is Nikki Lanier and what is her role in Premier Financial Corp.?
Nikki Lanier is a new board member of Premier Financial Corp., effective January 24, 2022. She is the founder and CEO of Harper Slade, bringing over 25 years of experience in banking and human resources.
What committees will Nikki Lanier serve on at Premier Financial Corp.?
Nikki Lanier will serve on the Compensation and Risk committees as a board member of Premier Financial Corp.
When is Nikki Lanier officially joining the Board of Directors of PFC?
Nikki Lanier will officially join the Board of Directors of Premier Financial Corp. on January 24, 2022.
What impact might Nikki Lanier have on Premier Financial Corp.?
Her extensive background in human resources and legal compliance could positively influence governance and strategic initiatives at Premier Financial Corp.
