Investor Presentation
Fourth Quarter 2023 Highlights
Forward Looking Statements
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We caution readers not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. They only reflect management's analysis as of this date. The
Corporation does not revise or update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or changed circumstances. Please carefully review the risk factors described in other documents the Corporation files from time to time with the SEC, including the Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly
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CEO Comments
2023 was a challenging year for financial institutions across the country, but we operated profitably, paid a solid dividend to our shareholders, and made investments that will support the future growth and continued success of Franklin Financial Services Corporation.
Some key changes during the year included the development of a data analytics team that will help improve decision-making and workflows, improving efficiencies that should be reflected in future earnings. Through a series of opportunistic hires, we expanded our trade area into southeastern Pennsylvania and northeast Maryland, which provides the opportunity for profitable growth, particularly in commercial lending and wealth management. We are in the process of updating and improving our retail infrastructure, which includes facility realignment and updated product sets, to continue to support and grow the strong retail deposit base that provides us with low-cost core deposits. Because credit quality remains very good, with no signs of significant deterioration, we have been able to focus on the future and take the necessary charges to adjust our investment portfolio and pay off a non-productive lease. While the combined cost of these moves to the bank in 2023 was $1.6 million, pre-tax, the adjustments will lead to improved performance by the company in future years.
Certainly, there are challenges ahead. Continuing to build new relationships, grow deposits, manage costs and liquidity, and remain vigilant for signs of credit quality issues will be important to the company in 2024. The successes of 2023, including solid loan growth, geographic expansion of markets, and investments in people and systems, while maintaining profitability and providing consistent dividends to our shareholders, help propel us forward as a strong financial services company. Your support continues to be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Mission, Vision & Core Values
Mission Statement
Delivering the right financial solutions from people you know and trust.
Vision
We are committed to remaining independent by growing our bank to meet the increasing needs of our employees, customers, communities, and shareholders.
We strive to be a financial services leader in the markets we serve.
Core Values
The employees, officers and directors are committed to the core values of integrity, teamwork, excellence, accountability, and concern for our customers and the communities we serve.
Overview of Franklin Financial
• Franklin Financial, which was formed in 1983, is a holding company headquartered in Franklin County, PA
• Franklin Financial's wholly-owned subsidiary, F&M Trust, was founded in Chambersburg, PA in 1906
• Total assets of the Company were $1.84 billion as of December 31, 2023
• As of December 31, 2023, Franklin Financial reported $1.23 billion in brokerage and trust assets under management
• Franklin Financial stock is trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market (NASDAQ: FRAF)
Trade Area ExpansionExperienced and Cohesive Executive Team
Years of BankingExecutive
Title
ExperienceJoined F&M Trust
Prior Experience
Timothy G. Henry
President & Chief Executive Officer
41 2016
Fulton, Centra Bank, BlueRidge Bank,
Susquehanna Bank, BB&T
Mark R. Hollar
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer
35 1994
ValleyBank & Trust
Charles B. Carroll, Jr.
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
29 2023
S&T Bank, FirstMerit / Huntington National Bank, BBVA Compass
Lorie Heckman
Senior Vice President, Chief Risk Officer
37 1986
Steven D. Butz
Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Services Officer
38 2013
PNC, Waypoint, Sovereign, Graystone
Tower, Susquehanna Bank
Scott Ehrig, CFP, CIMA
Senior Vice President, Chief Wealth Management Officer
30 2020
FMA Advisory, Wilmington Trust, M&T
Investment Group, JP Morgan
Experienced and Cohesive Executive Team
Years of BankingExecutive
Title
ExperienceJoined F&M Trust
Prior Experience
Louis J. Giustini
Senior Vice President, Chief Retail Services Officer
35 2022
Hagerstown Trust, Columbia Bank,
Fulton Bank
Karen K. Carmack, DM
Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
28 2000
ACNB
Matthew D. Weaver
Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer
23 2014
Susquehanna Bank, Clifton LarsonAllen, IMRE
David Long
Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer
16 2022
Howard Bank
A Year of Growth
SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS | GROWTH PERCENTAGE +8% +19.7% +20.6% | KEY STATISTICS |
Total Assets | $1.836 Billion as of 12/31/2023 $1.700 Billion as of 12/31/2022 | |
Net Loans | $1.240 Billion as of 12/31/2023 $1.036 Billion as of 12/31/2022 | |
Assets Under Management | $1.230 Billion as of 12/31/2023 $1.020 Billion as of 12/31/2022 |
Non-Interest Income (Dollars in thousands)
2023
1 Does not reflect $1,119 in losses on sales of debt securities.
2 Does not reflect $91 in losses on sales of debt securities.
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