Regions Bank Names Jeff Sundheimer to Lead Government, Institutional and Nonprofit Banking

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Veteran banker to grow Regions’ strategies to deliver high-touch service for public sector and nonprofit clients.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Regions Bank on Monday announced Jeff Sundheimer has been named head of Government, Institutional and Nonprofit Banking within the bank’s Commercial Banking Group.

Jeff Sundheimer, Regions Bank

Sundheimer’s move to Regions Bank is part of the company’s strategy for building more Commercial Banking growth in specialized industries and consistently enhancing client service.

Who is Jeff Sundheimer?

Jeff Sundheimer is a senior commercial banking executive who brings to Regions nearly 25 years of financial services experience focused on:

• State and local government financing
• Nonprofit banking solutions
• Treasury management
• Commercial banking strategy

What will Jeff Sundheimer lead at Regions Bank?

As head of Government, Institutional and Nonprofit Banking, Sundheimer will lead Regions’ efforts to deliver sector-specific insights and tailored financial solutions to government entities, municipalities, educational institutions and nonprofit organizations. By bringing the full depth of Regions’ banking and capital markets capabilities, Sundheimer will enhance the bank’s ability to deliver high-touch, relationship-driven service and further strengthen the Regions brand among both longstanding clients and new prospects.

Why this appointment matters:

Sundheimer’s move to Regions Bank builds on the company’s existing strength in delivering targeted guidance and specialized commercial banking services for various industry sectors, including:

• Healthcare
• Energy and natural resources
• Financial services
• Defense, aerospace and government
• Transportation and logistics
• Technology, media and communication
• Other diversified industries

This structure helps clients navigate regulatory expectations, support capital planning, and address funding needs for mission-critical projects with relationship managers who know the ins and outs of specialized industries.

Leadership Perspective:

Sundheimer will report to Nikki Stephenson, head of Regions Commercial Banking.

“Government, institutional and nonprofit organizations are critical to strong and thriving communities,” Stephenson said. “Jeff Sundheimer is an outstanding leader with deep industry experience, a powerful strategic vision, and a passion for delivering exceptional value to clients. Under his leadership, we will further strengthen our ability to deliver tailored solutions that can help our clients achieve their missions and create lasting impact.”

Jeff Sundheimer on joining Regions Bank:

“The people we serve are not only clients, but they are also professionals who are working hard every day to help organizations succeed, nonprofits thrive, and communities grow,” Sundheimer said. “We take our work providing financial guidance and solutions very seriously. And I am honored to join this Regions team that truly stands out and delivers tremendous value to a strong client base.”

Sundheimer’s Education and Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics — University of Arizona
• Master of Business Administration — Southern Methodist University

Prior to joining Regions Bank, Sundheimer served as managing director at J.P. Morgan Chase supporting government clients across a 14-state region. He also held roles of increasing leadership at Wells Fargo.

In the News: The Outlook for Public Sector Finance at Midyear

Regions regularly shares advice and guidance through its Commercial Insights library on Regions.com. There, people can find information on a number of topics impacting commercial business. In his first piece for Commercial Insights since joining Regions, Sundheimer explores key trends shaping public sector finance in 2026.

Key takeaways:

• Market volatility is a defining challenge, shaping borrowing decisions and complicating debt issuance and/or financing timing.
• Governments are prioritizing flexible financing, using alternative debt structures to potentially avoid fee and tax adjustments in the current economic environment.

Sundheimer’s full mid-year outlook is available here. You do not have to be a Regions client to access the information.

About Regions Financial Corporation

Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF), with $161 billion in assets, is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation’s largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas, and through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates more than 1,200 banking offices and more than 1,750 ATMs. Regions Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Additional information about Regions and its full line of products and services can be found at www.regions.com.

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Media Contact:
Jennifer Elmore
Regions Bank
Regions News Online: regions.doingmoretoday.com
Regions Media Line: (205) 264-4551

Source: Regions Financial Corporation