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USCB Financial Holdings, Inc. and U.S. Century Bank Add New Director to Board

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USCB Financial (NASDAQ: USCB) and its unit U.S. Century Bank announced that shareholders elected Ramon M. Rodriguez as an independent director of both entities at the May 26, 2026 annual meeting.

Rodriguez brings nearly 40 years of South Florida banking experience across commercial, retail, real estate, construction, international banking and risk management.

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  • Addition of independent director with nearly 40 years of South Florida banking experience
  • New director has led banks with assets growing from about $700 million to more than $1.1 billion
  • Background spans commercial and retail banking, real estate and construction lending, and risk management
  • Experience entering and expanding in the Miami-Dade banking market

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MIAMI, May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- USCB Financial Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDQ: USCB) and its wholly owned subsidiary, U.S. Century Bank, (the “Bank”) announced today the election of Ramon M. Rodriguez by shareholders at the annual meeting of shareholders held on May 26, 2026 as an independent director of both the Company and the Bank.

Ramon M. Rodriguez

Rodriguez is a seasoned banking executive with nearly four decades of banking experience in South Florida’s financial services industry. He most recently served as the Market President, Miami-Dade County, for Seacoast Bank, Stuart, Florida from October 2022 until his retirement in October 2024. Under his direction, Seacoast entered the Miami-Dade market following its acquisition of Apollo Bank, where Rodriguez was president.

“Ramon’s extensive experience in the South Florida banking market, spanning commercial and retail banking, real estate and construction lending, international banking and risk management, makes him an exceptional addition to our Board,” said Luis de la Aguilera, Chairman, President and CEO. “His proven leadership and deep understanding of our market will be invaluable as we continue to execute on our strategic priorities.”

Prior to joining Seacoast Bank, Rodriguez served as President of Apollo Bank where he led all commercial operations and played a key role in growing the institution from approximately $700 million to more than $1.1 billion in assets prior to its acquisition. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly two decades at TotalBank, beginning as Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending and later serving as Chief Lending Officer following the bank’s acquisition by Banco Popular Español. During his tenure, he was instrumental in driving significant asset growth and enhancing financial performance. He later served on the executive management team at City National Bank of Florida, overseeing Commercial Banking, Treasury Management and HOA Banking after it acquired Banco Popular Español.

“I’m honored to join U.S. Century Bank at a time of continued momentum,” said Rodriguez. “And I look forward to leveraging my experience to support the Bank’s growth and its focus on serving clients throughout South Florida.”

Rodriguez has been actively involved in the community, previously serving as a board member of Camillus House, a trustee for the Key Biscayne Police and Fire Pension Funds, and a board member of the Key Biscayne Yacht Club.

Rodriguez holds a Bachelor of Science in international finance and marketing from the University of Miami.

About USCB Financial Holdings, Inc.

USCB Financial Holdings, Inc. is the bank holding company for U.S. Century Bank. Established in 2002, U.S. Century Bank is one of the largest community banks headquartered in Miami, and one of the largest community banks in the state of Florida. U.S. Century Bank is rated 5-Stars by BauerFinancial, the nation’s leading independent bank rating firm. U.S. Century Bank offers customers a wide range of financial products and services and supports numerous community organizations, including the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and ChamberSouth. For more information or to find a U.S. Century Bank banking center near you, please call (305) 715-5200 or visit www.uscentury.com.

Contacts:

Investor Relations
InvestorRelations@uscentury.com

Media Relations
Martha Guerra-Kattou
MGuerra@uscentury.com
 

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/3fdbd278-8e5d-4afb-b50c-abe71a38877c


FAQ

What board change did USCB Financial (USCB) announce on May 27, 2026?

USCB Financial announced that shareholders elected Ramon M. Rodriguez as an independent director of both USCB Financial and U.S. Century Bank. According to USCB, the vote occurred at the annual meeting held on May 26, 2026.

Who is Ramon M. Rodriguez, the new director at USCB Financial (USCB)?

Ramon M. Rodriguez is a veteran South Florida banking executive with nearly four decades of experience. According to USCB, his background includes senior roles at Seacoast Bank, Apollo Bank, TotalBank and City National Bank of Florida.

What experience does Ramon M. Rodriguez bring to the USCB Financial (USCB) board?

Rodriguez brings extensive experience in commercial and retail banking, real estate and construction lending, international banking and risk management. According to USCB, he has held leadership roles that oversaw asset growth and financial performance across several South Florida banks.

How has Ramon M. Rodriguez contributed to bank growth before joining USCB Financial (USCB)?

Rodriguez previously led Apollo Bank’s commercial operations, helping grow assets from about $700 million to more than $1.1 billion. According to USCB, he also drove asset growth and financial performance at TotalBank during his nearly two-decade tenure.

What community involvement does new USCB Financial (USCB) director Ramon M. Rodriguez have?

Rodriguez has served on the boards of Camillus House and the Key Biscayne Yacht Club and as trustee for the Key Biscayne Police and Fire Pension Funds. According to USCB, he also holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Miami.