Auburn National Bancorporation elects Walt Conn as new director.

Auburn National Bancorporation has elected Walt Conn to its Board of Directors. Conn has extensive experience in public accounting and risk management, as well as community and Auburn University connections. His appointment brings valuable insight and knowledge to the board, according to Chairman Robert W. Dumas.

Auburn National Bancorporation, Inc. (Nasdaq: AUBN), the parent company of AuburnBank, has elected Walt Conn to its Board of Directors. This appointment reflects the company's commitment to enhancing its governance and strategic direction. Conn brings a wealth of experience in public accounting and risk management, having served as Global Chief Operating Officer – Quality, Risk & Regulatory for KPMG International from 2015 until his retirement in 2023 Auburn National Bancorporation, Inc. Elects New Director^[1].

Prior to his role at KPMG, Conn held various positions, including Global Head of Audit Methodology and Implementation from 2008 to 2015. He also represented KPMG on the PCAOB’s Standing Advisory Group and the Auditing Standards Board. Conn holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Auburn University, where he continues to serve on the board of directors for the Arnold & Winnie Palmer Foundation and has previously held director roles for the Auburn University Foundation and Auburn Alumni Association Auburn National Bancorporation, Inc. Elects New Director^[1].

Chairman Robert W. Dumas expressed his enthusiasm for Conn’s appointment, highlighting his extensive experience and community connections as valuable assets to the board. "His experience in public accounting and risk management, along with the relationships he has developed in the community and with Auburn University, will bring valuable insight and knowledge to the board," Dumas stated Auburn National Bancorporation, Inc. Elects New Director^[1].

Auburn National Bancorporation, Inc. is an Alabama state-chartered bank that has operated continuously since 1907. With total assets of approximately $1.0 billion, the bank operates seven full-service branches in Auburn, Opelika, Valley, and Notasulga, Alabama, as well as a loan production office in Phenix City, Alabama Auburn National Bancorporation, Inc. Elects New Director^[1].

For additional information, contact David A. Hedges, President and CEO, at (334) 821-9200.