Justin Rutledge Joins First Horizon Bank as Charlotte Market President

Q: Who is Justin Rutledge and what role will he have at First Horizon (FHN)?

Justin Rutledge will join First Horizon as Charlotte Market President, leading market strategy and execution in Charlotte.

Q: When did First Horizon announce Justin Rutledge's appointment as Charlotte Market President (FHN)?

The appointment was announced on December 16, 2025 (press date listed Dec. 15, 2025).

Q: To whom will Justin Rutledge report at First Horizon (FHN)?

Rutledge will report to Laura Bunn, Mid-Atlantic Regional President for First Horizon Bank.

Q: What experience does Justin Rutledge bring to First Horizon (FHN)?

He has more than 20 years of banking experience with roles in mortgage, commercial banking, middle market and prior market president positions at BB&T and Truist.

Q: How will Justin Rutledge focus his work as Charlotte Market President for First Horizon (FHN)?

He will focus on client growth, associate engagement and community service while combining local relationships with technology and specialist expertise.

First Horizon (NYSE: FHN) announced that Justin Rutledge will join the bank as Charlotte Market President, reporting to Laura Bunn, Mid-Atlantic Regional President.

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First Horizon (NYSE: FHN) announced that Justin Rutledge will join the bank as Charlotte Market President, reporting to Laura Bunn, Mid-Atlantic Regional President. Rutledge will lead market strategy and execution in Charlotte with emphasis on client growth, associate engagement and community service. He brings more than 20 years of banking experience, including prior roles at BB&T and Truist where he served as Charlotte Market President and as Market President for Fort Worth, TX.

Rutledge is an Appalachian State University graduate and serves on boards for the YMCA of Greater Charlotte and Novant Southern Piedmont Region.

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Industry experience: more than 20 years

Industry experience: more than 20 years; Justin Rutledge’s banking career length

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12/15/2025 - 08:45 PM

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN or "First Horizon") announced today that Justin Rutledge will join the bank as Charlotte Market President. He will report to Laura Bunn, Mid-Atlantic Regional President for First Horizon Bank, and will lead market strategy and execution in Charlotte with a focus on client growth, associate engagement and community service.

"Justin's extensive industry experience and proven track record of developing long-standing client relationships makes him a great fit for this role," said Laura Bunn, Mid-Atlantic Regional President for First Horizon. "Under his leadership, we look forward to continuing to expand our presence and grow our client base in Charlotte by delivering a high-touch, value-based client experience."

Rutledge brings more than 20 years of banking experience to First Horizon, beginning his career at BB&T as a Management Associate and most recently serving as the Charlotte Market President for Truist. Over the course of his career, he has held roles in Mortgage, Commercial Banking, Middle Market and previously served as BB&T/Truist Market President for the Fort Worth, TX market, leading this expansion market for the bank.

"I am honored to join First Horizon and serve clients across the Queen City," said Justin Rutledge, Charlotte Market President for First Horizon. "We will combine local relationships with technology and specialist expertise to support client and business growth. I also look forward to partnering with our associates and community leaders to deliver meaningful impact across the Charlotte community."

Originally from Winston-Salem, Rutledge is a graduate of Appalachian State University and is actively engaged in the community, serving on the board of directors for the YMCA of Greater Charlotte and Novant Southern Piedmont Region.

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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SOURCE First Horizon Bank

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Who is Justin Rutledge and what role will he have at First Horizon (FHN)?

Justin Rutledge will join First Horizon as Charlotte Market President, leading market strategy and execution in Charlotte.

When did First Horizon announce Justin Rutledge's appointment as Charlotte Market President (FHN)?

The appointment was announced on December 16, 2025 (press date listed Dec. 15, 2025).

To whom will Justin Rutledge report at First Horizon (FHN)?

Rutledge will report to Laura Bunn, Mid-Atlantic Regional President for First Horizon Bank.

What experience does Justin Rutledge bring to First Horizon (FHN)?

He has more than 20 years of banking experience with roles in mortgage, commercial banking, middle market and prior market president positions at BB&T and Truist.

How will Justin Rutledge focus his work as Charlotte Market President for First Horizon (FHN)?

He will focus on client growth, associate engagement and community service while combining local relationships with technology and specialist expertise.

Justin Rutledge Joins First Horizon Bank as Charlotte Market President