Truist names veteran leaders to Commercial and Corporate Banking roles

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Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) has announced key leadership appointments in its Commercial and Corporate Banking divisions. Jenna Kelly, with over 30 years of experience, has been named head of the Consumer and Retail practice group within Truist Corporate Banking. Travis Rhodes will succeed Kelly as North Carolina West regional president for Commercial Banking.

Kelly brings extensive leadership experience across commercial, middle market, and corporate banking. Rhodes, who previously served as regional president of Pennsylvania and New Jersey since 2018, brings over 30 years of banking experience and a track record of driving significant growth in his previous role.

These appointments align with Truist's strategy to invest in high-growth industries and strengthen its Commercial and Corporate Banking franchise, which serves commercial and middle market companies regionally while using an industry-centric model for large corporate clients nationwide.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) today announced Jenna Kelly as head of the Consumer and Retail practice group within Truist Corporate Banking and Travis Rhodes as North Carolina West regional president for Truist's Commercial Banking business.

Kelly has more than 30 years of experience with Truist and will lead a team of bankers that serves consumer and retail companies across the U.S. Most recently serving as the North Carolina West regional president, she has overseen Truist's business and community engagement across the region, playing a pivotal role supporting clients and communities. During her career, Kelly has held numerous leadership roles at Truist spanning commercial, middle market and corporate banking, as well as syndicated and leveraged finance.

Rhodes succeeds Kelly as regional president of North Carolina West and will be based in Charlotte. He brings more than 30 years of banking experience to the role and previously served as regional president of Truist's Pennsylvania and New Jersey region since 2018. During his tenure, the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Commercial Banking region experienced significant growth as well as increases in brand recognition and client sentiment. Philadelphia also served as host for the inaugural Truist Championship in May 2025 and the region is a focus area of investment and growth.

A native of Greensboro, North Carolina, and graduate of Appalachian State University, Rhodes joined Truist in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in 1999. He held numerous roles in commercial and corporate banking across the Triad region and Charlotte prior to leading the Pennsylvania and New Jersey region.

"Jenna and Travis are assuming these roles at an important moment – as we continue to invest in high-growth industries and talent across the Truist Commercial and Corporate Banking franchise," said Kerry Jessani, head of Commercial and Corporate Banking at Truist. "They are purpose-driven leaders with track records of success building and leading teams, serving communities, and accelerating performance. Naming Jenna and Travis to these roles also demonstrates our commitment to developing strong leaders and leveraging their experience for strategic opportunities."

Truist Commercial and Corporate Banking executes a regional delivery strategy for commercial and middle market companies across Truist's geographic footprint and an industry-centric model to serve large corporate clients nationwide in key sectors. The announcement of Kelly's and Rhodes' new roles complement recent leadership hires and appointments for Truist Commercial and Corporate Banking.

Truist Commercial and Corporate Banking is part of the Truist Wholesale Banking segment which provides comprehensive solutions to commercial, corporate, institutional and high-net-worth clients.

About Truist

Truist Financial Corporation is a purpose-driven financial services company committed to inspiring and building better lives and communities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Truist has leading market share in many of the high-growth markets in the U.S. and offers a wide range of products and services through wholesale and consumer businesses, including consumer and small business banking, commercial and corporate banking, investment banking and capital markets, wealth management, payments, and specialized lending businesses. Truist is a top 10 commercial bank with total assets of $544 billion as of June 30, 2025. Truist Bank, Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. Learn more at Truist.com.

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FAQ

Who is the new head of Consumer and Retail practice at Truist (NYSE: TFC)?

Jenna Kelly has been appointed as head of the Consumer and Retail practice group within Truist Corporate Banking. She brings over 30 years of experience with Truist and has held numerous leadership roles across commercial, middle market and corporate banking.

Who is the new North Carolina West regional president for Truist Commercial Banking?

Travis Rhodes has been appointed as North Carolina West regional president for Truist Commercial Banking. He previously served as regional president of Truist's Pennsylvania and New Jersey region since 2018.

What is Truist Commercial and Corporate Banking's business model?

Truist Commercial and Corporate Banking operates through a regional delivery strategy for commercial and middle market companies across its footprint, while using an industry-centric model to serve large corporate clients nationwide in key sectors.

What experience does Travis Rhodes bring to his new role at Truist?

Travis Rhodes brings over 30 years of banking experience and has been with Truist since 1999. Under his leadership, the Pennsylvania and New Jersey region experienced significant growth and increased brand recognition.

What are Jenna Kelly's qualifications for leading Truist's Consumer and Retail practice?

Jenna Kelly has over 30 years of experience with Truist, including leadership roles in commercial, middle market and corporate banking, as well as syndicated and leveraged finance. She most recently served as North Carolina West regional president.