Lakeland Financial (LKFN) Directors and Executive Officers

Officers & Directors

Blake W. Augsburger
Director

Emily E. Pichon
Director

David M. Findlay
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

A. Faraz Abbasi
Director

Darrianne P. Christian
Director

Robert E. Bartels, Jr.
Director

Brian J. Smith
Director

Michael L. Kubacki
Director

Steven D. Ross
Director

Bradley J. Toothaker
Director

Lisa M. O Neill
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Kristin L. Pruitt
President and Director

Brok A. Lahrman
Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Accounting Officer

M. Scott Welch
Director

Crowe LLP
Auditor ,

Lakeland Financial Corporation currently has 701 employees.

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Lake City Bank Elevates Stephanie R. Leniski Amid Booming Corporate Performance

In a strategic move that underscores both leadership development and business growth, Lake City Bank has announced the promotion of Stephanie R. Leniski to Executive Vice President, Chief Retail Banking Officer. The appointment, effective January 16, 2025, comes at a pivotal moment for Lakeland Financial Corporation, the parent company of Lake City Bank, which is witnessing a significant uptick in its market performance.The timing of Leniski s promotion is particularly noteworthy. As Lakeland Financial Corporation s shares trend higher, now just 5.9% below their 52-week high, investors are optimistic about the bank s trajectory. This surge in share value is paralleled by a robust financial performance; in th...

Lake City Bank Expands Downtown Campus with Building Acquisition to become the Innovation and Technology Center

Lake City Bank, a longstanding financial institution headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, has made a significant move to expand its downtown campus. The bank recently purchased a three-story office building located at 122 E. Center Street, Warsaw, IN, which spans an impressive 35,600 square feet. This strategic acquisition aims to support the continued growth of Lake City Bank and enhance its operations in the region.
Lake City Bank has been rooted in Warsaw since its establishment in 1872 and has steadily become a vital part of the local business landscape. With 279 employees currently based in the Downtown Warsaw Campus, the bank holds the distinction of being the largest employer in the area. The re...