A Decade of Client-first Service in Music, Sports and Entertainment at First Horizon Bank

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First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN) announced the upcoming 10th anniversary of its Music, Sports and Entertainment Group, founded in 2016 in Nashville by industry leader Andrew Kintz. The team has grown to more than 20 specialists serving clients nationwide from Nashville, Miami and Atlanta.

Leadership includes Nashville-based EVP Andrew Kintz, Managing Director Bryan Bolton, who was promoted to lead the music vertical in 2024, and Managing Director Ben James, who oversees the Atlanta and Coral Gables offices, all focused on client-first, tailored banking solutions.

News Market Reaction – FHN

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In the Jul 17 session, FHN gained 1.57%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

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Market Context

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Analysis

Platform history lists news_id 1081936 as a recent earnings event, adding a company-specific reference point to this anniversary announcement. Low short positioning is the sourced risk context; investors can watch whether specialty-platform growth becomes quantified.

Key Figures

Group anniversary: 10th anniversary Group founded: 2016 Team size: more than 20 industry experts +5 more

8 metrics

Group anniversary 10th anniversary Music, Sports and Entertainment Group

Group founded 2016 Nashville

Team size more than 20 industry experts Current specialty division

Operating locations 3 locations Miami, Atlanta and Nashville

Miami-based leader joined 2020 Alex Hernandez joined the group

Bolton experience more than 20 years Music banking experience

Bolton promotion 2024 Promoted to managing director of the music vertical

James experience more than 24 years Banking experience

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jul 15 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jul 15	Q2 earnings	Positive	-3.0%	Strong Q2 earnings growth and EPS increase were followed by a negative 24-hour reaction.
Jul 13	Community award	Positive	-0.5%	United Way recognition highlighted First Horizon's community partnership and support.
Jul 13	Regional appointment	Positive	+0.3%	Craig Netterville was appointed Baton Rouge president after two decades of local leadership.
Jul 10	Market leadership changes	Positive	+0.2%	Multiple leaders received new regional and private-banking responsibilities in Tennessee.
Jul 02	Finance innovation honor	Positive	+0.7%	First Horizon's chief information officer received an American Banker innovation recognition.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Positive corporate updates produced mixed reactions, with three aligned gains and two divergences, including a -3.03% response to strong second-quarter results.

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NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN) (or "First Horizon") today announced the upcoming 10th anniversary of its Music, Sports and Entertainment Group. Founded in 2016 by Music Finance leader Andrew Kintz in Nashville and joined in 2020 by Miami-based Alex Hernandez, the specialty division has expanded to a collaborative team of more than 20 industry experts, strategically located in Miami, Atlanta and its Nashville headquarters, serving clients coast to coast. 

The current leadership team comprises three industry veterans dedicated to supporting Music, Sports and Entertainment companies and individuals, with a blend of deep experience and full-service capabilities guided by Nashville-based executive Kintz. His leadership and client-first approach continue to drive the group's exposure and momentum with owners and decision makers at the industry's largest and most respected firms. 

Based in Nashville, Managing Director Bryan Bolton brings more than 20 years of music banking experience. He joined First Horizon in August 2016 to assist Kintz in expanding the Music Industry Group. Now marking its 10^th anniversary, the group has grown into a specialty platform delivering consistent year-over-year growth. In 2024, Bolton was promoted to Managing Director of the music vertical. He remains focused on strengthening long-standing client relationships, pairing capital with counsel and helping clients plan with confidence.

Managing Director Ben James is based in Atlanta and leads the group's Atlanta and Coral Gables offices. With more than 24 years of banking experience, most spent serving music, sports and entertainment, he brings a client-focused mindset and practical expertise. He and his associates work with corporate and private banking clients, leveraging the group's specialty platform and First Horizon's full suite of capabilities to deliver tailored solutions and responsive service.

"Decades in this space have taught us relationships drive outcomes. With our combined leadership experience, we deliver tailored strategies and responsive service so our clients can focus on what they do best," said Andrew Kintz, EVP of Music, Sports and Entertainment for First Horizon. "Bryan Bolton and Ben James have brought strong leadership to our team, and we are proud of our accomplishments of the past decade and the role our group plays in the expansion strategy of First Horizon."

About First Horizon
First Horizon Corp. (NYSE: FHN), with $84.4 billion in assets as of June 30, 2026, is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states concentrated in the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com.

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FAQ

What did First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN) announce about its Music, Sports and Entertainment Group on July 17, 2026?

First Horizon Bank announced the upcoming 10th anniversary of its Music, Sports and Entertainment Group. According to First Horizon, the division has expanded since its 2016 founding into a nationwide specialty platform with more than 20 industry experts based in Nashville, Miami and Atlanta.

When was First Horizon Bank’s Music, Sports and Entertainment Group founded and where is it based?

The Music, Sports and Entertainment Group at First Horizon Bank was founded in 2016 in Nashville. According to First Horizon, the group remains headquartered in Nashville while also operating from Miami and Atlanta to serve clients across the United States.

Who leads First Horizon Bank’s Music, Sports and Entertainment Group and what are their roles?

The group is guided by Nashville-based EVP Andrew Kintz, with Managing Director Bryan Bolton leading the music vertical and Managing Director Ben James heading Atlanta and Coral Gables offices. According to First Horizon, all three bring decades of banking and sector-specific experience.

How large is First Horizon Bank’s Music, Sports and Entertainment Group and where are its offices located?

First Horizon’s Music, Sports and Entertainment Group comprises more than 20 industry experts. According to First Horizon, these specialists are strategically based in Nashville, Miami and Atlanta, serving music, sports and entertainment clients from coast to coast through a collaborative team structure.

What experience do the leaders of First Horizon’s Music, Sports and Entertainment Group bring to FHN clients?

Leaders Andrew Kintz, Bryan Bolton and Ben James contribute decades of banking and industry-focused experience. According to First Horizon, they combine music, sports and entertainment finance expertise with a client-first, relationship-driven approach to provide tailored strategies and responsive service for corporate and private banking clients.

What role does the Music, Sports and Entertainment Group play in First Horizon Bank’s broader strategy?

The group supports First Horizon’s expansion strategy within music, sports and entertainment. According to First Horizon, its specialty platform, leadership team and nationwide reach help extend the bank’s full-service capabilities to key industry owners, decision makers and companies across these sectors.