Ben Hopper Joins First Horizon Bank as Senior Vice President, Head of Consumer Distribution and ATM Strategy

Rhea-AI Summary

First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN) announced that Ben Hopper joined as Senior Vice President, Head of Consumer Distribution and ATM Strategy effective Jan. 8, 2026.

Hopper will lead efforts to optimize the bank's physical branch and ATM network, align channels with where clients live and work, invest in reliability and convenience, and better connect physical and digital channels to deliver faster, more personalized service. Hopper brings 20+ years of retail and consumer banking strategy and operations experience.

News Market Reaction – FHN

-1.13%

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-1.13% News Effect

On the day this news was published, FHN declined 1.13%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Industry experience: more than 20 years

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Industry experience more than 20 years Ben Hopper’s prior retail and consumer banking roles

Market Reality Check

Price: $24.10 Vol: Volume 5,464,941 is rough...

normal vol

$24.10 Last Close

Volume Volume 5,464,941 is roughly in line with the 20-day average (0.97x). normal

Technical Price 24.75 is trading above the 200-day MA at 21.25 and slightly below the 52-week high of 24.89.

Peers on Argus

FHN gained 0.65% while peers were mixed: SSB up 2.19%, WBS up 2.21%, EWBC up 2.0...

FHN gained 0.65% while peers were mixed: SSB up 2.19%, WBS up 2.21%, EWBC up 2.03%, but BSAC and WF down 0.28% and 0.81%, indicating a stock-specific move around this leadership announcement.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 07 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 07	Leadership promotions	Positive	-0.3%	Reassigned regional and market presidents across multiple Gulf and Atlanta markets.
Dec 15	Leadership hire	Positive	-0.3%	Appointed new Charlotte Market President to drive regional growth and engagement.
Dec 12	Earnings timing update	Neutral	+0.6%	Announced date and access details for Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings release.
Dec 11	Employer award	Positive	+0.4%	Recognized as a 2025 Forbes Best-in-State Employer for Tennessee.
Dec 11	Employer award	Positive	+0.4%	Named to Forbes America’s Best Employers for Women 2025 list.

Pattern Detected

Recent leadership and employer-recognition news produced small, mixed price moves, with both modest gains and declines following generally positive announcements.

Recent Company History

Over the past several months, FHN has highlighted leadership changes and employer recognition alongside routine disclosures. On Jan 7, 2026, regional leadership promotions in key markets saw a -0.32% move. A new Charlotte Market President announcement on Dec 15, 2025 coincided with a -0.25% move. By contrast, news of upcoming Q4 2025 results on Dec 12, 2025 saw a 0.59% gain. Forbes employer awards on Dec 11, 2025 each aligned with 0.38% gains. Today’s senior leadership hire fits this pattern of management- and franchise-focused updates.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement adds another leadership-focused update as FHN trades near its 52-week high of 24.8...

Analysis

This announcement adds another leadership-focused update as FHN trades near its 52-week high of 24.89. The appointment of a Senior Vice President to lead consumer distribution and ATM strategy follows recent regional leadership promotions and employer recognition. Investors may track how execution on branch and ATM optimization, alongside upcoming Q4 2025 results, complements these organizational moves and supports client service and growth initiatives across key markets.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN or "First Horizon") announced today Ben Hopper has joined the organization as Senior Vice President, Head of Consumer Distribution and ATM Strategy. Hopper will lead a team focused on optimizing First Horizon Bank's physical and ATM network.

The Nashville-based banker has more than 20 years of previous industry experience focused on retail and consumer banking strategy and financial center operations for USAA, First Horizon Bank and Wells Fargo.

"We are proud to have Ben on our consumer banking leadership team," said Shaun McDougall, Executive Vice President, Head of Consumer Banking for First Horizon Bank. "His expertise in branch strategy and design and his deep understanding of consumer banking make him an ideal fit as we elevate how we serve clients."

"I am excited to lead consumer distribution and ATM strategy at First Horizon Bank," said Ben Hopper, Senior Vice President, Head of Consumer Distribution and ATM Strategy. "Our focus is simple: make banking easier for clients and more effective for associates. We will align our branch and ATM network to where clients live and work, invest in reliability and convenience, and better connect physical and digital channels to deliver faster and more personalized service. I look forward to partnering with Shaun and our consumer team to expand access and grow with our communities."

About First Horizon
First Horizon Corporation (NYSE: FHN), with $83.2 billion in assets as of September 30, 2025, 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

Who is Ben Hopper and what role did he take at First Horizon (FHN) on Jan. 8, 2026?

Ben Hopper joined First Horizon Bank as Senior Vice President, Head of Consumer Distribution and ATM Strategy on Jan. 8, 2026.

What will Ben Hopper oversee in his FHN role?

He will lead the team optimizing First Horizon's physical branch and ATM network and aligning channels with where clients live and work.

How much industry experience does Ben Hopper have according to First Horizon (FHN)?

He has more than 20 years of industry experience in retail and consumer banking strategy and financial center operations.

What are Hopper's stated priorities for consumer distribution and ATMs at FHN?

Priorities include investing in reliability and convenience, better connecting physical and digital channels, and delivering faster, more personalized service.

How does First Horizon (FHN) describe the expected impact of this hire on customers?

The hire is described as intended to expand access, make banking easier for clients, and improve effectiveness for associates through network alignment and investments.