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152005 Annual Report
A Tribute to William A. Cooper
TCF Chief Executive Officer
1985-2005
Whereas,Bill Cooper retired on December 31, 2005, after more than 20 years of service to TCF as its Chief Executive Officer; and
Whereas, during that period and under his leadership TCF, which had limited financial capacity and prospects when he joined TCF in
1985, has become one of the best performing banks in the United States, with branches in Minnesota, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin,
Colorado and Indiana; and
Whereas, Bill Cooper has developed a management team that will allow TCF to continue its successful growth and achievements; and
Whereas, BIll Cooper will continue to serve as non-executive Chairman and in that capacity will make available to the TCF Board his
talents, experience and expertise; and
Whereas, the Board wishes to record, acknowledge and recognize Bill Cooper’s contribution to TCF’s success,
Now, therefore, on behalf of TCF’s employees, customers and stockholders, the Board of Directors of TCF Financial Corporation hereby
recognizes and acknowledges with the greatest appreciation the contribution of Bill Cooper as its Chief Executive Officer. His vision,
energy, integrity, passionate commitment to excellence, dedicated service to the community, high ethical standards and leadership
have been central to the success and prosperity of TCF both financially and as a respected institution in the communities which it serves.
excellence
in service