Simmons First National Corporation Announces Executive Management Updates
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Simmons First National Corporation announced executive management changes. CEO Bob Fehlman will retire at the end of 2024, with Executive Chairman George Makris, Jr. taking over as Chairman and CEO. Christopher Van Steenberg joins as Chief Operating Officer.
November 12, 2024 | 1:15 pm
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Simmons First National Corporation announced that CEO Bob Fehlman will retire at the end of 2024. Executive Chairman George Makris, Jr. will become Chairman and CEO, and Christopher Van Steenberg will join as COO.
The retirement of a CEO and the appointment of a new leadership team can have significant implications for a company. However, since the transition is planned and involves experienced executives, the immediate impact on SFNC's stock price is likely neutral. Investors may watch for strategic changes under the new leadership.
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