Independent
Tenure on this board
5.6 yrs
Meeting calendar
THFF · Annual meeting · Wednesday, April 15, 2026
First Financial Corp
5 nominees · 3 ballot items.
Election of five directors; advisory (non-binding) vote to approve named executive officer compensation (say-on-pay); and ratification of Crowe LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.
Market cap
$909M
1Y TSR
+40.0%
Board grade
C+
Record date
Feb 25, 2026
Filing
DEF 14A
Meeting concluded · Apr 15, 2026
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Proposals
On the ballot3
- 1
Election of Directors
ManagementBoard: FORElect five nominees (Mark J. Blade, Gregory L. Gibson, Norman D. Lowery, Paul J. Pierson, Richard J. Shagley) to the Board for three-year terms expiring in 2029.
- 2
Non-Binding Advisory Vote to Approve the Compensation Paid to Named Executive Officers (Say-on-Pay
ManagementBoard: FORNon-binding advisory vote to approve the 2025 compensation of the CEO and other Named Executive Officers as disclosed in the proxy statement.
More detail
The proposal seeks an advisory approval of the Company’s 2025 executive compensation program for Named Executive Officers, as detailed in the Compensation Discussion and Analysis and compensation tables. Management argues the program emphasizes pay-for-performance, with significant at-risk compensation through STIP and performance-based LTIP tied to net income, efficiency, ROA, ROE, tangible book value and EPS, and that it aligns executive incentives with shareholder value while not encouraging excessive risk. The Compensation Committee used peer benchmarking and engaged an independent consultant (Pearl Meyer) and reports strong shareholder support historically (approx. 96% in 2025). The board recommends a FOR vote noting these practices and that the vote is advisory; management will consider shareholder feedback if substantial opposition arises. The context includes strong 2025 financial performance, record net income, and ongoing M&A activity; the proposal has no binding effect but informs compensation governance and shareholder engagement.
- 3
Ratification of Appointment of Crowe LLP as Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for 2026
ManagementBoard: FORRatify the Audit Committee’s appointment of Crowe LLP as the Corporation’s independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026.
Director elections
Nominees on the ballot5
Independent
Tenure on this board
32.5 yrs
Not independent
Tenure on this board
5.7 yrs
Independent
Tenure on this board
6.8 yrs
Not independent
Tenure on this board
5.7 yrs
Ownership
Latest 13F quarterTop institutional holders10
| # | Owner | % of shares | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP | 5.7% | 681,716 | $43M |
| 2 | FIRST FINANCIAL CORP /IN/ | 5.4% | 640,273 | $40M |
| 3 | BlackRock, Inc. | 4.8% | 566,030 | $36M |
| 4 | VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC | 4.0% | 478,087 | $30M |
| 5 | BlackRock, Inc. | 4.0% | 476,460 | $30M |
| 6 | STATE STREET CORP | 3.9% | 464,443 | $29M |
| 7 | CHARLES SCHWAB INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC | 3.6% | 428,376 | $27M |
| 8 | LSV ASSET MANAGEMENT | 3.3% | 396,261 | $25M |
| 9 | AMERICAN CENTURY COMPANIES INC | 3.1% | 371,491 | $23M |
| 10 | VANGUARD PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT LLC | 2.4% | 280,522 | $18M |
Peers
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Reference
Frequently asked questions
- When is the First Financial Corp 2026 annual meeting?
- First Financial Corp (THFF) holds its 2026 annual shareholder meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
- What is the record date for the First Financial Corp 2026 meeting?
- The record date for the First Financial Corp 2026 meeting is Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Shareholders of record on or before that date are eligible to vote.
- Who are the director nominees for First Financial Corp's 2026 meeting?
- The board is presenting 5 director nominees at the First Financial Corp 2026 meeting, listed with their independence status and background.
- What proposals will shareholders vote on at the First Financial Corp 2026 meeting?
- Shareholders will vote on 3 proposals at the First Financial Corp 2026 meeting, each tagged with who proposed it and the board's recommendation.
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