12/28/2025
For more than 21 years, Chris has led Meridian from its inception into a $2.5B full-service financial institution serving five states and growing each year. His visionary leadership has driven asset growth to $2.5 billion, which is a 21% compounded annual growth over our 20+ year period, and he has grown revenue to $200 million annually. He has done this successfully by expanding services, taking advantage of opportunities and by fostering a workplace continuously recognized for being a top place to work by our employees.
Beyond business success, Chris champions community investment by supporting affordable housing initiatives and contributing over $1M to local organizations in 2024.
Congratulations to Chris Annas and all of the other honorees in this year’s Philadelphia Business Journal class of 2025 Most Admired CEOs.