MERCANTILE BANK CORP
For the period ended May 21, 2026. Filed Apr 2, 2026.
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May 21, 2026 · Filed Apr 2, 2026
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )
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SEC 1913 (02-02)
Notice of 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
To our Shareholders:
We are pleased to announce that the 2026 annual meeting of shareholders of Mercantile Bank Corporation will be held virtually, in lieu of an in-person meeting, on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., Eastern Time. Shareholders who wish to attend the meeting may do so via live webcast. Shareholders who attend the virtual meeting will be able to participate and submit questions prior to and during the meeting as described in more detail in the accompanying proxy statement. The meeting is being held for the purpose of considering and voting on the following matters:
| 1. | Election of twelve directors, each for a one-year term. |
| 2. | Ratification of the appointment of Plante & Moran, PLLC as our independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 (“Auditor Ratification”). |
| 3. | An advisory vote to approve the compensation of our named executive officers disclosed in this proxy statement (“Say-On-Pay”). |
| 4. | Any other business that may properly be brought before the meeting or any adjournment of the meeting. |
All shareholders of record at the close of business on Friday, March 27, 2026, are entitled to notice of the meeting, and any postponements or adjournments of the meeting. Shareholders of record will have the opportunity to vote on the matters to be presented at the meeting via proxy in advance of the meeting. In light of the virtual format, we will not receive in-person voting at this year’s meeting.
Your vote is important. We urge you to submit your proxy (1) over the internet, (2) by telephone or (3) by mail, in advance of the virtual meeting, whether or not you plan to attend. For specific instructions, please refer to the discussion beginning on the first page of the proxy statement and the instructions on the proxy card relating to the annual meeting. We would appreciate receiving your proxy by Friday, May 8, 2026.
By Order of the Board of Directors,
Michael H. Price
Chairman of the Board
Dated: April 2, 2026
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