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American Banker honors Regions' Kate Danella as one of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking. Regions Bank executive earns this national recognition for the fifth consecutive year based on leadership, business performance, and customer impact. By Jennifer Elmore | October 1, 2026 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Oct. 1, 2026 - Regions Bank on Thursday announced Chief Administrative Officer Kate Danella has once again been named by American Banker magazine as one of the "25 Most Powerful Women in Banking." This is the fifth consecutive year for Danella to earn this honor, which is based on her track record of solid leadership, strong business performance, and contributions to customers and communities. Why the American Banker recognition matters: Danella, who served as head of Consumer Banking for Regions before recently being announced as Chief Administrative Officer, takes a customer-centric view with every decision, which is evidenced by Regions' #1 ranking for Customer Satisfaction among Regional Bank Websites according to JD Power. She is known for her commitment to ensuring a seamless customer experience and working hand-in-hand with teams developing ways banking can be easier, more intuitive, and more beneficial to consumers and businesses. Danella's recognition also reflects Regions Bank's continued focus on advancing digital banking experiences while supporting more long-term growth across Consumer Banking, Corporate Banking and Wealth Management. About American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking: American Banker's "The Most Power Women in Banking" program recognizes senior executives whose leadership drives meaningful results while making a positive impact on customers, employees and communities. The 2026 list marks the program's 24th year. Danella has earned a place on American Banker's "The Most Powerful Women in Banking" list for five consecutive years and has received various overall recognitions from American Banker over the last eight consecutive years. Leadership perspective: "Kate's leadership continues to strengthen Regions Bank in meaningful ways for our associates, customers, communities and shareholders," said John Turner, Chairman, President and CEO of Regions Financial Corp. "Kate combines strategic vision with a deep commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience. This latest recognition reflects the continued impact she has across our company and throughout the banking industry." "As financial professionals, we have a tremendous responsibility to not only help customers reach their goals, but also to create the next generation of innovation and growth as we reach more clients," Danella said. "In every season, we will build on our strengths, envision the future, innovate with purpose, and deliver experiences that create more long-term value for those we serve." Kate's leadership continues to strengthen Regions Bank in meaningful ways for its associates, customers, communities and shareholders. About Kate Danella: Danella was named Chief Administrative Officer for Regions effective Sept. 1 of this year. She is succeeding longtime Regions CAO Dave Keenan, who is retiring at the end of 2026. Since 2022, Danella had served as head of Regions' Consumer Banking group after previously serving as Chief Strategy and Client Experience Officer. The Consumer Banking group includes Regions' retail branch network, along with Regions Mortgage and Home Improvement Financing. Together, Consumer Banking is the largest line of business for the bank. Danella joined Regions in 2015 as Wealth Strategy and Effectiveness Executive, later leading Private Wealth Management and serving as head of Strategic Planning and Consumer Bank Products and Origination Partnerships. Before Regions, Danella held leadership roles for 13 years in sales, strategy, client services and marketing for Capital Group Companies. Other notable honors from American Banker: This honor is the second time American Banker has recognized Regions' leadership this year. In June, the publication named Head of Treasury Management Bryan Ford to its Most Innovative People in Finance list. Frequently asked questions: Why was Kate Danella recognized by American Banker? American Banker recognized Kate Danella for her leadership, business performance and contributions to customers, associates, and communities across the banking industry. How many times has Kate Danella received this recognition? Kate Danella has been named one of American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking for five consecutive years and has received overall recognitions from the publication for eight consecutive years. What is Kate Danella's role at Regions Bank? Kate Danella serves as Chief Administration Officer of Regions Bank and previously led the company's Consumer Banking group, the largest line of business at Regions. 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.

CTO Realty Growth has closed a $1.0 billion unsecured credit facility, extending its debt maturity profile and increasing total commitments by $250 million. The Winter Park, Florida-based owner and operator of open-air shopping centres will use proceeds to repay outstanding borrowings under its previous $300 million revolving credit facility and two term loans. The new facility comprises a $400 million revolving credit facility due September 2030 and four term loans ranging from $150 million each, maturing between September 2029 and March 2032. The refinancing increases the company's weighted average debt maturity to 4.3 years from 1.6 years. Initial fixed interest rates on the term loans range from 3.4% to 5.3%, based on applied SOFR swaps. The facility was provided by a syndicate led by KeyBank National Association.

Smithy retires from Regions Financial, Mayer steps in as treasurer. In addition, Craig Harrison is joining Regions as head of corporate finance, further strengthening the finance division's leadership team. Regions Financial will elevate Allen Mayer to serve as treasurer, succeeding Deron Smithy, who will retire at the end of 2026 following 18 years of distinguished leadership in the company. In addition, Craig Harrison is joining Regions as head of corporate finance, further strengthening the finance division's leadership team. Mayer will become treasurer effective Sept. 28. Smithy will serve in an advisory capacity during the transition until the end of the year. Mayer has spent 17 years in Regions' treasury organization, most recently as assistant treasurer and previously as head of balance sheet management. Throughout his tenure, he has held positions of increasing responsibility across asset and liability management, interest-rate risk management and balance-sheet strategy. Under Smithy's leadership, Mayer has served an instrumental role in the development of Regions' balance sheet and hedging strategies, working closely with executive leadership to ensure strong governance and thoughtful execution of the bank's strategic priorities. "Allen's deep understanding of our balance sheet, funding strategy and risk framework, combined with his proven leadership, make him exceptionally well prepared for this role," Anil Chadha, chief financial officer for Regions, said. "Having worked alongside Deron for many years, Allen has been instrumental in developing strategies that support our financial strength today. It's because of that strength that Regions Bank is poised to build sustainably on its long-term growth." Smithy joined Regions in 2008 and has led the treasury group through multiple economic cycles, periods of market volatility and one of the most dynamic interest-rate environments the banking industry has experienced in decades. His contributions include advancing Regions' hedging capabilities, strengthening balance-sheet flexibility and helping shape a highly respected Treasury organization. He has also been a trusted voice with investors and analysts, helping communicate the company's financial strategy and balance-sheet positioning. "It has been a privilege to work alongside so many talented associates during my time at Regions," Smithy said. "I'm proud of what our treasury team has accomplished together, and I'm confident the organization is well positioned for continued success. Allen is an outstanding leader, and I look forward to supporting a smooth transition." Harrison will join the company Sept. 28 as head of corporate finance, reporting to Chadha. The position was recently reestablished as a dedicated leadership role. Harrison will lead the bank's financial planning, finance strategic analytics and finance systems functions. He will also oversee the top finance leaders who are dedicated to supporting individual business groups across the bank. Harrison brings more than 20 years of finance leadership to his new position. Most recently, he served as chief financial officer for the commercial bank at Citizens Financial Group, where he was responsible for financial performance, reporting, controls and strategy. He previously held leadership positions with MUFG Americas/Union Bank, American International Group, JPMorgan Chase and Citibank. "Craig brings a diversity of experience, a strategic perspective and a demonstrated ability to partner with business leaders to drive performance," Chadha said. "As we continue advancing our finance capabilities and supporting the growth of the company, Craig's leadership and experience will be valuable additions to our team."