Fidelity D & D Bancorp Announces Director Richard Hotchkiss' Retirement.

Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. has announced the retirement of Director Richard Hotchkiss effective September 16, 2025. Hotchkiss was appointed to the Fidelity Bank Board of Directors on May 5, 2020, following the merger with MNB Corporation and Merchants Bank. He has served as a member of the board for nearly five years.

Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FDBC) has announced the retirement of Director Richard Hotchkiss effective September 16, 2025. Hotchkiss, who joined the board in May 2020 following the merger with MNB Corporation, will continue to serve as Chair of the Lehigh Valley Advisory Board. His tenure as a director has been marked by significant contributions to the bank's governance and organizational structure.

Prior to joining Fidelity Bank, Hotchkiss had a distinguished career at MNB Corporation and Merchants Bank of Bangor, where he served as Director and Vice President of Administration and Internal Affairs since 1981. He later became Chairman of the Board in 1997. Hotchkiss' diverse background includes experience in pharmaceutical research, military service, and business leadership across various industries.

"Richard’s leadership has been a key part of our journey," remarked Daniel J. Santaniello, President & CEO of Fidelity Bank. "I’m thankful for the opportunity to work with an individual whose insight and dedication made a lasting impact. His legacy will continue to influence our organization for years to come."

Brian J. Cali, Chairman of the Board, also expressed gratitude for Hotchkiss' service. "On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Richard for his dedicated service to the Bank. Richard’s unwavering commitment as a Director has been instrumental in shaping Fidelity Bank’s governance and organizational structure. We wish him a well-earned and fulfilling retirement and thank him for the lasting impact he’s made on Fidelity Bank."

Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. has built a strong history as a trusted financial advisor to its clients. The company continues its mission of exceeding client expectations through a unique banking experience. It operates 21 full-service offices throughout Lackawanna, Luzerne, Lehigh, and Northampton Counties and a Fidelity Bank Wealth Management Office in Schuylkill County. Fidelity Bank provides a digital banking experience online and through mobile apps, along with full-service Wealth Management & Brokerage Services, a Mortgage Center, and a full suite of personal and commercial banking products and services.

Forward-looking statements
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The Company’s actual results may differ materially from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation:

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Contacts:
Daniel J. Santaniello
President and Chief Executive Officer
(570) 504-8035
Salvatore R. DeFrancesco, Jr.
Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer
(570) 504-8000