Simmons Bank hires David Kennedy as Chief Technology Officer
Simmons Bank (SFNC) has appointed David Kennedy as Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. Kennedy brings over 25 years of experience in technology leadership and will oversee the bank's technology capabilities delivery and technical strategy. His responsibilities include managing innovation, infrastructure, cost reduction, and collaboration initiatives.
Prior to joining Simmons Bank, Kennedy served as EVP and CIO at a Southeastern regional bank, where he led corporate technology and innovation initiatives. He holds a computer science degree from Mississippi State University and completed additional education at Harvard Business School, The Pacific Institute, and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Simmons Bank (SFNC) ha nominato David Kennedy come Vice Presidente Esecutivo e Chief Technology Officer. Kennedy vanta oltre 25 anni di esperienza nella leadership tecnologica e sarà responsabile della gestione delle capacità tecnologiche della banca e della strategia tecnica. Tra i suoi compiti ci sono la gestione dell'innovazione, delle infrastrutture, la riduzione dei costi e le iniziative di collaborazione.
Prima di entrare in Simmons Bank, Kennedy ha ricoperto il ruolo di EVP e CIO in una banca regionale del Sud-Est, dove ha guidato iniziative di tecnologia aziendale e innovazione. Ha una laurea in informatica presso la Mississippi State University e ha completato ulteriori studi alla Harvard Business School, al Pacific Institute e all'Università della Louisiana a Lafayette.
Simmons Bank (SFNC) ha nombrado a David Kennedy como Vicepresidente Ejecutivo y Director de Tecnología. Kennedy aporta más de 25 años de experiencia en liderazgo tecnológico y supervisará la entrega de capacidades tecnológicas y la estrategia técnica del banco. Sus responsabilidades incluyen la gestión de la innovación, infraestructura, reducción de costos e iniciativas de colaboración.
Antes de unirse a Simmons Bank, Kennedy fue EVP y CIO en un banco regional del sureste, donde lideró iniciativas corporativas de tecnología e innovación. Posee un título en ciencias de la computación de la Mississippi State University y completó estudios adicionales en Harvard Business School, The Pacific Institute y la Universidad de Louisiana en Lafayette.
Simmons Bank (SFNC)는 David Kennedy를 부사장 겸 최고기술책임자(CTO)로 임명했습니다. Kennedy는 25년 이상의 기술 리더십 경험을 보유하고 있으며, 은행의 기술 역량 제공과 기술 전략을 총괄할 예정입니다. 그의 책임에는 혁신 관리, 인프라, 비용 절감 및 협업 이니셔티브가 포함됩니다.
Simmons Bank에 합류하기 전, Kennedy는 동남부 지역 은행에서 EVP 겸 CIO로 근무하며 기업 기술 및 혁신 이니셔티브를 이끌었습니다. 그는 Mississippi State University에서 컴퓨터 과학 학위를 받았으며 Harvard Business School, The Pacific Institute, University of Louisiana at Lafayette에서 추가 교육을 이수했습니다.
Simmons Bank (SFNC) a nommé David Kennedy au poste de vice-président exécutif et directeur de la technologie. Kennedy possède plus de 25 ans d'expérience en leadership technologique et supervisera la prestation des capacités technologiques de la banque ainsi que la stratégie technique. Ses responsabilités incluent la gestion de l'innovation, des infrastructures, la réduction des coûts et les initiatives de collaboration.
Avant de rejoindre Simmons Bank, Kennedy a occupé le poste de EVP et CIO dans une banque régionale du sud-est, où il a dirigé des initiatives technologiques et d'innovation au sein de l'entreprise. Il est titulaire d'un diplôme en informatique de la Mississippi State University et a suivi des formations complémentaires à la Harvard Business School, au Pacific Institute et à l'Université de Louisiane à Lafayette.
Simmons Bank (SFNC) hat David Kennedy zum Executive Vice President und Chief Technology Officer ernannt. Kennedy bringt über 25 Jahre Erfahrung in der technologischen Führung mit und wird die Bereitstellung der technologischen Fähigkeiten der Bank sowie die technische Strategie verantworten. Zu seinen Aufgaben gehören die Verwaltung von Innovationen, Infrastruktur, Kostensenkungen und Kooperationsinitiativen.
Vor seinem Eintritt bei Simmons Bank war Kennedy EVP und CIO bei einer regionalen Bank im Südosten, wo er Unternehmensinitiativen im Bereich Technologie und Innovation leitete. Er hat einen Abschluss in Informatik von der Mississippi State University und absolvierte weitere Ausbildungen an der Harvard Business School, dem Pacific Institute und der University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
- Appointment of an experienced technology leader with 25+ years in the field
- Strong background in systems architecture, vendor management, and infrastructure modernization
- Previous experience as CIO in a regional bank indicates relevant industry expertise
- None.
Seasoned technology veteran brings more than 25 years of experience
"David Kennedy joins us with a strong reputation for leading complex technology organizations and delivering impactful change," said Ann Madea, EVP Chief Information Officer. "As we accelerate our technology strategy and enhance the resilience and scalability of our platforms, David's deep understanding and leadership will be instrumental in shaping the next phase of our transformation."
Prior to joining Simmons Bank, Kennedy served as executive vice president and chief information officer at a Southeastern, regional bank where he led the direction of all corporate technology and innovation initiatives. His previous experience also includes systems architecture, vendor management and infrastructure modernization.
Kennedy holds a bachelor's degree in computer science from Mississippi State University. He also completed educational programs at The Pacific Institute, Harvard Business School, and the University of
About Simmons Bank
Simmons Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC), a Mid-South based financial holding company that has paid cash dividends for 116 consecutive years. Simmons Bank operates 222 branches in
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