SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report: November 22, 2000
FIRSTBANK CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as
specified in its charter)
Michigan 0-14209 38-2633910
(State or other (Commission (IRS Employer
jurisdiction of File Number) Identification no.)
incorporation)
311 Woodworth Avenue
Alma, Michigan 48801
(Address of principal executive office) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number,
including area code: (517) 463-3131
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Item 5. Other Events.
On November 22, 2000, Firstbank Corporation issued the press release
attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K. The press release is incorporated
herein by reference.
Item 7. Financial Statements, Pro Forma Financial Information, and Exhibits.
(c) Exhibits:
99.1 Press Release dated November 22, 2000
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
Dated: November 29, 2000 FIRSTBANK CORPORATION
(Registrant)
By: /s/ Thomas R. Sullivan
Thomas R. Sullivan
President and Chief Executive Officer
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EXHIBIT INDEX
Exhibit Number Document
99.1 Press Release Dated November 22, 2000
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EXHIBIT 99.1
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tom Sullivan
Date Submitted: November 22, 2000 President & CEO
OTCBB: FBMI (517) 466-7347
FIRSTBANK CORPORATION NAMES SAMUEL G. STONE
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Tom Sullivan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Firstbank Corporation,
announced that the Board of Directors has appointed Samuel G. Stone as Vice
President and Chief Financial Officer of Firstbank Corporation.
Stone has an extensive financial and banking background. Since 1998, he has
served as Senior Vice President - Corporate Planning of National City
Corporation (successor to First of America). Previous positions Stone held
during his 28-year tenure with First of America included Senior Vice President
and Treasurer, Vice President - Director of Corporate Planning, and Vice
President - Trust Investments.
Tom Sullivan stated, "We are extremely pleased that Sam Stone has elected to
join Firstbank Corporation. Sam's depth of experience in the strategic planning,
capital management and merger and acquisition areas, will certainly be an asset
to our company as we focus our efforts on expanding our family of banks while
increasing shareholder value."
Stone commented, "I am very enthusiastic about joining Firstbank Corporation
because of its strong community banking philosophy. This innovative and growing
company provides a unique opportunity to utilize the experience and skills
acquired during my tenure with First of America and National City."
Stone's education credentials include earning a B.A. degree in economics from
Duke University and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago. Stone has also
obtained the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification.
Dedicated to community involvement, Stone has been involved in the Boy Scouts of
America, served as past Chapter Chairman of the American Red Cross and was
Company Campaign Director for the Greater Kalamazoo United Way.
Firstbank Corporation, headquartered in Alma, Michigan is currently a five bank
financial services company with assets of $712 million and 35 offices located in
central and northeast Michigan. Bank subsidiaries include: Firstbank - Alma;
Firstbank (Mt. Pleasant); Firstbank - West Branch; Firstbank - Lakeview, and
Firstbank - St. Johns. Other corporate affiliates include 1st Armored, Inc.; 1st
Collections, Inc.; 1st Title; Gladwin Land Company, Inc.; and 1st Real Estate.
Investment services are available through affiliations with Raymond James
Financial Services Inc., SunAmerica Securities Inc. and SII Investments.
