Bridgewater Bancshares, Inc._2024 Proxy Statement

PROPOSAL 1

Lisa Salazar

Background: Ms. Salazar has been with the Company since 2018, serving as Chief Deposit Officer since September 2019. Prior to her current position, Ms. Salazar was the Senior Vice President of Deposit Services and Emerging Products. She is responsible for driving accountability and results through initiatives that deliver revenue growth, market share, new business opportunities and market penetration, including oversight of all deposit operational systems and processes. In addition to leading a talented team of deposit services professionals, she is responsible for driving the strategic direction of the Bank’s product offerings by maintaining awareness of industry trends to enhance the overall client experience. Ms. Salazar has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, focused primarily on all aspects of deposit and fee income generation for commercial banking. She was recognized as a Notable Leader in Banking & Finance in 2023 by Twin Cities Business and as one of the Top Women in Finance in the Twin Cities by Finance & Commerce in 2021 and currently serves on the board of UMACHA. Prior to joining the Bank, Ms. Salazar was with TCF National Bank where she worked for 23 years, most recently working as National Sales Manager of Treasury. She received her B.A. from Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Age: 51 Position: Chief Deposit Officer

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