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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):
May 9, 2022
BM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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001-38633 |
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82-3410369 |
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of incorporation) |
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Identification No.) |
201 King of Prussia Road, Suite 350
Wayne, PA 19087
(Address of principal executive offices, including
zip code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including
area code: (877) 327-9515
(Former name or former address, if changed since
last report)
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b)
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BMTX |
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NYSE American LLC |
| Warrants to purchase Class A Common Stock |
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BMTX.W |
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NYSE American LLC |
Item 5.02(d) Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election
of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers
On and effective May 9, 2022, the Board of Directors
(the “Board”) of BM Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously adopted resolutions taking the following action:
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Increasing the number of directors of the Company from seven to eight; |
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Appointing John J. Dolan as director, who qualifies as independent within the meaning of the independent director guidelines of the NYSE American; and |
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Appointing Mr. Dolan to the Audit Committee of the Board as its chairperson. |
Since 2018, Mr. Dolan has served as Founder and
Manager of Dolan Financial Solutions, LLC, a business strategy and financial consulting firm and loan broker. From 2015 to 2017, Mr. Dolan
was the Founder and Managing Member of Dolan Finance, LLC, the general partner for Dolan Real Estate Finance, LP, a private investment
fund that deals in financing short-term commercial real estate transactions. Mr. Dolan was Chairman of the Board of Directors of Atlantic
Coast Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: ACFC) from 2016 until its acquisition by Ameris Bancorp in 2018. During that time, he also served
as Chairman of ACFC’s Audit Committee.
From 1980 to 2011, Mr. Dolan was employed by First
Commonwealth Financial Corporation (NYSE: FCF) and its predecessor (First Commonwealth) headquartered in Indiana, Pennsylvania. Mr. Dolan
most recently served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of First Commonwealth after serving as its Chief Financial Officer for
twenty years and was also a director from 2007 to 2011. In these roles, he helped transform First Commonwealth from a bank with $200 million
in assets to a publicly traded bank holding company with $6 billion in assets.
Throughout his banking tenure, Mr. Dolan was active
in industry groups such as the Financial Services Roundtable, Pennsylvania Bankers Association, and the American Bankers Association.
Mr. Dolan is an active angel investor and is experienced
in economic development and assisting early-stage companies during their development. He serves on the board of directors of Pratter,
Inc., an early-stage company that provides transparency to reduce healthcare costs and has served on several not-for profit boards. Mr.
Dolan earned his B.S. in Business Administration with a specialization in accounting from West Liberty University.
Mr. Dolan brings to our Board extensive financial
expertise and experience as the strategic and financial leader of a community bank, including raising capital, preparing financial reports,
developing strong internal controls, development of executive management teams, and achieving growth through acquisitions.
As a non-employee director on the Board, Mr. Dolan
will be compensated for service as a director in accordance with the Company’s Compensation of Directors policy. There are no arrangements
or understandings between Mr. Dolan and any other person pursuant to which he was selected as a director. Mr. Dolan has no direct or indirect
material interest in any transaction or proposed transaction required to be reported under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K or Item 5.02(d)
of Form 8-K.
The press release issued by the Company on May
13, 2022 announcing Mr. Dolan’s appointment to the Company’s Board is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein
by reference.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits
SIGNATURES
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 hereunto duly authorized.
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BM Technologies, Inc. |
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/s/ Luvleen Sidhu |
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Luvleen Sidhu |
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Chief Executive Officer |
Exhibit 99.1
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bm technologies (bmtx)
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CONTACT: BRIGIT HENNAMAN 212-805-3005
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BM Technologies, Inc.
(BMTX) Announces John Dolan as New Board Member
RADNOR, PA, May 13, 2022
(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: BMTX), one of the largest digital banking platforms and Banking-as-a-Service
(BaaS) providers in the country, is proud to announce the expansion of its Board with the naming of John Dolan to the Audit Committee
and as its chairperson.
Dolan has worked in the banking world for more
than 30 years, as both a CFO and then CEO of First Commonwealth Financial Corporation (NYSE
American: FCF). Before becoming CEO of First Commonwealth, Dolan served as the company’s CFO for more than 20 years. As CFO, he
directed financial accounting and reporting, management and regulatory reporting, budgeting, tax planning, and all internal controls,
as well as a broad range of M&A activity. During his tenure as a member of the executive team, he helped transform the bank from a
$200 million asset institution to a publicly traded bank holding company with $6 billion in assets.
“We
are delighted to welcome John Dolan to the Board,” stated Luvleen Sidhu, Chair, CEO, and Founder of BMTX.” Mr. Dolan
brings to our Board extensive financial and regulatory expertise and experience as the strategic and financial leader of a community bank,
including raising capital, preparing financial reports, developing strong internal controls, developing executive management teams, and
achieving growth through acquisitions. As a newly formed public company and as we navigate our transition
to a true fintech bank, his experience is invaluable.”
John is also the founder of Dolan
Financial Solutions, a consulting firm helping entities discover appropriate financing options to execute their strategic and growth
plans. Reflecting his passion for public service and community building, Dolan has been active in economic development and assisting early-stage
companies during their development. He is an experienced angel investor and a member of the board of directors of Pratter,
Inc., an early-stage company that provides transparency to reduce healthcare costs. Dolan also served as the Non-Executive Chairman
of the Board and Audit Committee Chair of Atlantic Coast Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: ACFC), beginning in late 2013 until its successful turnaround
and sale in 2018.
Dolan remained active
in industry groups throughout his banking tenure, including the Financial Services Roundtable (now the Bank Policy Institute), the Pennsylvania
Bankers Association, and the American Bankers Association. Dolan resides in Indiana, PA, and has served on several not-for-profit boards.
He is currently the Board Chair for West Liberty University Foundation, Inc. and on the McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine advisory
board in Pittsburgh, PA.
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He earned his B.S. in
Business Administration with a Specialization in Accounting in 1978 from West Liberty University in West Virginia.
“I am honored and delighted to be joining
the Board,” said Dolan. “BMTX represents the future of banking, and I am excited to add my expertise and collaborate with
other board and executive committee members to ensure the best interests of our shareholders.”
Launched in 2015, BMTX is one of America’s
largest digital financial services platforms with approximately two million accounts. BMTX is on a mission to financially empower millions
of Americans by providing a more affordable, transparent, and consumer friendly digital banking experience. BMTX is a pioneer in the BaaS
sector, powering non-banks to expand access to digital banking products through its award-winning technology. BMTX also currently provides
disbursement services at approximately 750 college and university campuses (covering one out of every three college students in the U.S.)
through BankMobile Disbursements. BMTX recently announced the signing of a definitive agreement
to merge with First Sound Bank, a Seattle, Washington-based business bank. The combined company will be a fintech-based bank focused on
serving customers digitally nationwide. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions and
is expected to close in the second half of 2022.
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About BM Technologies, Inc.
BM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: BMTX)—formerly
known as BankMobile—is among the largest digital banking platforms and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) providers in the country, providing
access to checking and savings accounts, personal loans, credit cards, and financial wellness. It is focused on technology, innovation,
easy-to-use products, and education with the mission to financially empower millions of Americans by providing a more affordable, transparent,
and consumer-friendly banking experience. The BM Technologies (BMTX) digital banking platform employs a multi-partner distribution model,
known as “Banking-as-a-Service” (BaaS), that enables the acquisition of customers at higher volumes and substantially lower
expense than traditional banks, while providing significant benefits to its customers, partners, and business. BM Technologies (BMTX)
currently has approximately two million accounts and provides disbursement services at approximately 750 college and university campuses
(covering one out of every three college students in the U.S.). BM Technologies, Inc. (BMTX) is a technology company and is not a bank,
which means it provides banking services through its partner bank. More information can also be found at www.bmtx.com.
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