
Founder will continue current roles before moving into consulting position


Pinnacle Financial Partners (NYSE:PNFP) announced today that founder Rob McCabe will remain as a director and as chief banking officer

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Pinnacle Financial Partners (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PNFP">PNFP</a>) announced today that founder Rob McCabe will remain as a director and as chief banking officer through Dec. 31, 2027, one year longer than previously planned. Following that term, McCabe will serve as a consultant for two years.

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McCabe helped found Pinnacle in 2000, served as its chairman for 25 years and played a central role in developing the firm’s distinctive banking model, which has produced industry-leading growth and client loyalty, as well as outsized shareholder returns. As chief banking officer, he leads the banking organization and oversees the recruiting and operating disciplines that have become synonymous with the Pinnacle approach to serving clients and developing talent.

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"Rob has been instrumental in creating one of the most successful banks in the country," said Kevin Blair, Pinnacle president and CEO. "His leadership and relentless focus on serving clients and developing great bankers have shaped this company from the beginning. Having him continue as chief banking officer through 2027 and then as a strategic advisor to me personally through 2029 strengthens our ability to successfully execute our strategy and preserve our culture."

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This move provides additional continuity as Pinnacle continues building on its momentum following its combination with Synovus and expands its proven operating model across the Southeast.

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"I have confidence in our business model and the talented team members throughout our footprint," McCabe said. "It’s an honor to spend more time helping the next generation of leaders build on what we’ve created together. We have a lot of opportunity ahead of us."

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"Rob has always believed that great banking starts with great people," Blair said. "His influence extends far beyond any one title. He has built leaders across this company, and we’re fortunate to have his experience and guidance."

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Pinnacle Financial Partners, Inc. ("Pinnacle") is a $129.1 billion asset regional bank which provides a full range of banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services for commercial and consumer clients who want a comprehensive relationship with their financial institution. The firm joined forces with Synovus Financial Corp. in 2026, bringing together more than 160 years of combined banking service. Pinnacle is the largest bank headquartered in Tennessee and the largest bank holding company headquartered in Georgia. The firm is No. 1 in deposit market share&#x2A; in the Nashville MSA and No. 4 in the Atlanta MSA with offices in Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Kentucky, Virginia and Maryland.

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Pinnacle is an employer of choice for financial services professionals. The firm is No. 12 in the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For&#xAE; in 2026, its 10th consecutive appearance. Pinnacle was also recognized by American Banker as No. 4 among America’s Best Banks to Work For in 2025, its 13th consecutive year on the list, and No. 1 among banks with more than $10 billion in assets. Learn more about Pinnacle at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pnfp.com%2F&amp;esheet=54579627&amp;newsitemid=20260729009749&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=PNFP.com.&amp;index=1&amp;md5=0fd7117c5347c2341cbbd251b52fdb22" shape="rect">PNFP.com.</a>

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&#x2A;As of June 30, 2025, according to FDIC data.

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Rob McCabe to remain Pinnacle director and chief banking officer through 2027

Pinnacle Extends Rob McCabe Tenure to 2029 Consulting, Fortifying Post-Synovus Momentum

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    <p>Founder will continue current roles before moving into consulting position


Pinnacle Financial Partners (NYSE:PNFP) announced today that founder Rob McCabe will remain as a director and as chief banking officer</p>
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    <h3>AI Summary</h3>
    <p>Pinnacle Financial Partners said founder Rob McCabe will remain director and chief banking officer through December 31, 2027, then serve as a consultant for two years. The extension provides continuity as Pinnacle advances its Synovus integration and scales its Southeast operating model. McCabe&#039;s leadership has shaped the bank’s client-first culture and growth trajectory, reinforcing investor confidence in execution.</p>
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    <h3>Key Points</h3>
    <ul><li>Rob McCabe extends leadership at Pinnacle; remains director and chief banking officer through 12/31/2027.</li><li>Post-2027, he will serve as a two-year consultant for Pinnacle.</li><li>Move adds continuity as Pinnacle expands after its Synovus merger.</li><li>Pinnacle is a $129.1B asset regional bank with Southeast footprint expansion.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Companies Mentioned</h3>
    <ul><li><strong>Pinnacle Financial Partners (PNFP)</strong>: Founder-led continuity through 2027 strengthens execution of growth strategy post-merger.</li><li><strong>Synovus Financial Corp. (SNV)</strong>: Merged with Pinnacle in 2026; ongoing integration supports regional expansion.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Corporate Developments</h3>
    <p>Category: Corporate Developments. The article centers on leadership continuity and strategic execution post-merger, key to PNFP’s risk management and growth trajectory.</p>
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    <h3>Market-Moving</h3>
    <ul><li>Leadership continuity amid the Synovus integration could stabilize earnings trajectory.</li><li>Extended tenure reduces execution risk and supports long-term strategic delivery.</li><li>Announcement may boost sentiment, though no immediate capital actions were disclosed.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Key Facts</h3>
    <ul><li>McCabe to remain director and Chief Banking Officer through 12/31/2027; consulting to follow through 2029.</li><li>Synovus merger completed in 2026; integration momentum cited.</li><li>Pinnacle assets amount to $129.1 billion as of 6/30/2025 (FDIC data).</li><li>No.1 deposit market share in Nashville MSA; No.4 in Atlanta MSA.</li><li>Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For No. 12 in 2026.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Trading Thesis</h3>
    <p>Bullish over the next 12–24 months as leadership stability supports integration and growth.</p>
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Pinnacle Financial Partners (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PNFP">PNFP</a>) announced today that founder Rob McCabe will remain as a director and as chief banking officer through Dec. 31, 2027, one year longer than previously planned. Following that term, McCabe will serve as a consultant for two years.

</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="news-body-cta">This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260729009749/en/" rel="nofollow">https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260729009749/en/</a></p><div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="bwbodyimg" style="width: 384px; float:left; padding-left:0px; padding-right:20px; padding-top:0px; padding-bottom:0px;"><img xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" src="https://mms.businesswire.com/media/20260729009749/en/2863531/4/Rob_McCabe.jpg" alt="Rob McCabe, Chief Banking Officer and Vice Chair of Pinnacle Financial Partners"></img><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" style="font-size:85%;">Rob McCabe, Chief Banking Officer and Vice Chair of Pinnacle Financial Partners</p></div><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">
McCabe helped found Pinnacle in 2000, served as its chairman for 25 years and played a central role in developing the firm’s distinctive banking model, which has produced industry-leading growth and client loyalty, as well as outsized shareholder returns. As chief banking officer, he leads the banking organization and oversees the recruiting and operating disciplines that have become synonymous with the Pinnacle approach to serving clients and developing talent.

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"Rob has been instrumental in creating one of the most successful banks in the country," said Kevin Blair, Pinnacle president and CEO. "His leadership and relentless focus on serving clients and developing great bankers have shaped this company from the beginning. Having him continue as chief banking officer through 2027 and then as a strategic advisor to me personally through 2029 strengthens our ability to successfully execute our strategy and preserve our culture."

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This move provides additional continuity as Pinnacle continues building on its momentum following its combination with Synovus and expands its proven operating model across the Southeast.

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"I have confidence in our business model and the talented team members throughout our footprint," McCabe said. "It’s an honor to spend more time helping the next generation of leaders build on what we’ve created together. We have a lot of opportunity ahead of us."

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"Rob has always believed that great banking starts with great people," Blair said. "His influence extends far beyond any one title. He has built leaders across this company, and we’re fortunate to have his experience and guidance."

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<b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About Pinnacle Financial Partners</b>

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Pinnacle Financial Partners, Inc. ("Pinnacle") is a $129.1 billion asset regional bank which provides a full range of banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services for commercial and consumer clients who want a comprehensive relationship with their financial institution. The firm joined forces with Synovus Financial Corp. in 2026, bringing together more than 160 years of combined banking service. Pinnacle is the largest bank headquartered in Tennessee and the largest bank holding company headquartered in Georgia. The firm is No. 1 in deposit market share&#x2A; in the Nashville MSA and No. 4 in the Atlanta MSA with offices in Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Kentucky, Virginia and Maryland.

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Pinnacle is an employer of choice for financial services professionals. The firm is No. 12 in the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For&#xAE; in 2026, its 10th consecutive appearance. Pinnacle was also recognized by American Banker as No. 4 among America’s Best Banks to Work For in 2025, its 13th consecutive year on the list, and No. 1 among banks with more than $10 billion in assets. Learn more about Pinnacle at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pnfp.com%2F&amp;esheet=54579627&amp;newsitemid=20260729009749&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=PNFP.com.&amp;index=1&amp;md5=0fd7117c5347c2341cbbd251b52fdb22" shape="rect">PNFP.com.</a>

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&#x2A;As of June 30, 2025, according to FDIC data.

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Joe Bass
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<br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br>Tiffany Capuano
<br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br>(678) 784-7111
<br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" rel="nofollow" href="mailto:media@synovus.com" shape="rect">media@synovus.com</a>

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Pinnacle Financial Partners said founder Rob McCabe will remain director and chief banking officer through December 31, 2027, then serve as a consultant for two years. The extension provides continuity as Pinnacle advances its Synovus integration and scales its Southeast operating model. McCabe's leadership has shaped the bank’s client-first culture and growth trajectory, reinforcing investor confidence in execution.

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Rob McCabe to remain Pinnacle director and chief banking officer through 2027

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