HBT Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: HBT), the holding company for Heartland Bank and Trust Company, announced the appointment of Michael J. Morton to its Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2026. This decision was made by the Boards of Directors of HBT Financial and Heartland Bank on March 24, 2026, following a recommendation from the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Mr. Morton, who has nearly 40 years of banking experience, most recently served as Vice Chair of U.S. Commercial Banking at the Bank of Montreal from 2020 to 2023. His extensive background in banking and leadership is expected to be a significant asset to the company as it continues to grow its franchise. Mr. Morton's initial term will expire at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, where he will be eligible for re-election. He will be compensated in accordance with HBT Financial's non-employee director compensation program. The appointment is seen as a strategic move to enhance the governance and leadership of the company, which is crucial for its operational execution and strategic outlook. The company issued a press release on March 25, 2026, to announce this leadership change, which is expected to have a positive impact on the company's future performance.

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