Nicole M. Kitowski Stock Purchase

Nicole M. Kitowski, Executive Vice President of ASSOCIATED BANC-CORP, acquired 30.3138 shares of common stock on March 16, 2026, through the company's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The purchase price was $24.918 per share, resulting in a total value of $755.06. Following this transaction, Ms. Kitowski directly owns 52,884.5695 shares. Additionally, she indirectly holds 3,216.87 shares through a 401(k) Plan. The transaction was reported on a Form 4, filed on March 17, 2026.