First Horizon Chief Communications Officer Named to Ragan's Top Women in Communications Class of 2026

Rhea-AI Summary

First Horizon (NYSE: FHN) announced on March 4, 2026 that Beth Ardoin, Senior Executive VP and Chief Communications Officer, was named to Ragan's Top Women in Communications Class of 2026 in the Change Agents category.

The Class of 2026 was honored in New York on March 3, 2026, and includes leaders from Dollar General, Ernst & Young and United Airlines.

Key Figures

Publication date: March 4, 2026 Honoree year: Class of 2026 Event date: March 3, 2026

3 metrics

Publication date March 4, 2026 Press release date for communications leadership recognition

Honoree year Class of 2026 Ragan's Top Women in Communications recognition year

Event date March 3, 2026 New York celebration honoring the Class of 2026

Market Reality Check

Price: $23.47 Vol: Volume 8,560,308 is about...

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$23.47 Last Close

Volume Volume 8,560,308 is about 1.24x the 20-day average of 6,907,144, indicating elevated trading ahead of this recognition announcement. normal

Technical Shares at $23.40 are trading above the 200-day MA of $22.41, sitting 11.9% below the 52-week high of $26.56 and 54.1% above the 52-week low of $15.19.

Peers on Argus

While FHN was down 3.15%, peers showed mixed moves: BSAC +2.55%, EWBC +2.35%, SS...

While FHN was down 3.15%, peers showed mixed moves: BSAC +2.55%, EWBC +2.35%, SSB +1.58%, WF +0.35%, and WBS -1.09%, suggesting more stock-specific pressure than a uniform sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 26 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 26	Conference participation	Neutral	-4.5%	Announcement of CEO presentation at RBC Global Financial Institutions Conference.
Feb 20	Conference participation	Neutral	-4.5%	Planned Raymond James conference appearance by CFO and Chief Credit Officer.
Feb 11	Executive appointment	Positive	-2.6%	Appointment of a new Chief Information Security Officer to lead cybersecurity.
Feb 02	Executive appointment	Positive	+3.6%	Hiring of a new Chief Investment Officer for wealth management.
Jan 29	Conference participation	Neutral	+0.3%	Notice of CEO and CFO participation in BofA 2026 Financial Services Conference.

Pattern Detected

Recent neutral-to-positive corporate updates and conference appearances have often coincided with negative next-day moves, with only one of the last five news items seeing a clearly positive price reaction.

Recent Company History

Over the past few months, FHN has focused on conferences and leadership appointments. Participation in events such as the RBC Capital Markets, Raymond James, and Bank of America 2026 conferences drew largely negative or muted 24-hour reactions, despite being standard investor-relations activity. In contrast, management additions in wealth management and cybersecurity on Feb 2, 2026 and Feb 11, 2026 were operationally positive, though only the CIO appointment saw a strong positive move. Today’s communications-leadership recognition fits within this pattern of non-financial, reputational updates.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights external recognition for First Horizon’s communications leadership, rei...

Analysis

This announcement highlights external recognition for First Horizon’s communications leadership, reinforcing brand and cultural positioning rather than changing fundamentals. In recent months, the company has emphasized executive appointments, conference participation, and governance disclosures, with mixed short-term price reactions. Investors assessing this type of news often pair it with updates from the latest 10-K, executive equity activity, and future earnings reports to gauge whether reputational gains align with measurable financial performance and risk management progress.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Horizon Corporation (NYSE: FHN or "First Horizon") announced today that Beth Ardoin, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, has been named to Ragan's Top Women in Communications Class of 2026, in the Change Agents category. Ragan is an industry-leading resource providing professional development, training and intelligence to communicators, marketers, HR professionals and business leaders worldwide.

"Beth's recognition as a Top Woman in Communications in the Class of 2026 speaks to the impact of her work and strength of her leadership," said Bryan Jordan, Chairman of the Board, President and CEO of First Horizon. "Her commitment to creative communications strategies and a client-first mindset empowers our associates to deliver for our clients and communities."

Ragan's Top Women in Communications Class of 2026 includes distinguished leaders from respected brands that include Dollar General, Ernst & Young and United Airlines. The Class of 2026 was honored during a New York celebration on March 3, 2026.

About First Horizon
First Horizon Corp. (NYSE: FHN), with $83.9 billion in assets as of December 31, 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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SOURCE First Horizon Corporation

FAQ

Who at First Horizon was named to Ragan's Top Women in Communications Class of 2026 (FHN)?

Beth Ardoin, First Horizon's Senior Executive VP and Chief Communications Officer, was named to the Class of 2026. According to First Horizon, she was recognized in the Change Agents category for her leadership and communications impact.

When and where was the Ragan Top Women in Communications Class of 2026 honored for First Horizon (FHN)?

The Class of 2026 was honored during a New York celebration on March 3, 2026. According to First Horizon, the event marked the recognition of leaders across major brands including Dollar General and United Airlines.

What category did Beth Ardoin win in Ragan's Top Women in Communications Class of 2026 for FHN?

Beth Ardoin was named in the Change Agents category for the Class of 2026. According to First Horizon, the designation highlights her strategic communications work and leadership within the company and community.

How did First Horizon's CEO comment on Beth Ardoin's Ragan recognition (FHN)?

Bryan Jordan, First Horizon chairman, president and CEO, praised Ardoin's impact and leadership. According to First Horizon, he highlighted her creative communications strategies and a client-first mindset empowering associates to serve clients and communities.

Does Ragan's Top Women in Communications Class of 2026 include other major brands alongside First Horizon (FHN)?

Yes, the Class of 2026 includes leaders from brands such as Dollar General, Ernst & Young and United Airlines. According to First Horizon, the list reflects distinguished communicators honored at the March 3, 2026 New York event.

What does the Ragan recognition mean for First Horizon's communications leadership (FHN)?

The recognition signals external validation of First Horizon's communications leadership and strategy. According to First Horizon, Beth Ardoin's award underscores the company's emphasis on creative communications and client-centered execution across its teams.