CIVISTA BANCSHARES, INC. 8-K

What Happened Civista Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: CIVB) filed an 8-K on March 2, 2026 (Item 5.02) announcing that Dennis Shaffer, President and Chief Executive Officer, will retire effective August 28, 2026. The company said Charles "Chuck" Parcher will assume Shaffer’s role. The filing includes a press release (Exhibit 99.1) announcing the change.

Key Details

• Filing date: March 2, 2026 (Form 8-K, Item 5.02).
• Effective retirement date: August 28, 2026.
• Outgoing executive: Dennis Shaffer, President & CEO.
• Successor: Charles "Chuck" Parcher named to assume the CEO role; press release attached as Exhibit 99.1.

Why It Matters A planned CEO retirement with a named successor is a material leadership change that affects management continuity and corporate direction. For investors, the key facts are the clear transition timeline and the immediate appointment of a successor, which can reduce uncertainty around executive leadership. The 8-K provides official notice and the company’s press release for further context.