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American Banker Honors Regions\u2019 Kate Danella as One of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking<\/b><\/p>\n

Regions Bank executive earns this national recognition for the fifth consecutive year based on leadership, business performance, and customer impact.<\/i><\/p>\n

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–Regions Bank<\/a> on Thursday announced Chief Administrative Officer Kate Danella<\/a> has once again been named by American Banker magazine as one of the \u201c25 Most Powerful Women in Banking<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Regions Bank’s Kate Danella has been named one of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking by American Banker.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Why the American Banker Recognition Matters:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2019 #1 ranking for Customer Satisfaction among Regional Bank Websites<\/a> 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.<\/p>\n

Danella\u2019s recognition also reflects Regions Bank\u2019s continued focus on advancing digital banking<\/a> experiences while supporting more long-term growth across Consumer Banking<\/a>, Corporate Banking<\/a> and Wealth Management<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About American Banker\u2019s Most Powerful Women in Banking:<\/strong><\/p>\n

American Banker\u2019s \u201cThe Most Power Women in Banking\u201d 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\u2019s 24th<\/sup> year.<\/p>\n

Danella has earned a place on American Banker\u2019s \u201cThe Most Powerful Women in Banking\u201d list for five consecutive years and has received various overall recognitions from American Banker over the last eight consecutive years.<\/p>\n

Leadership Perspective:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cKate\u2019s leadership continues to strengthen Regions Bank in meaningful ways for our associates, customers, communities and shareholders,\u201d said John Turner, Chairman, President and CEO of Regions Financial Corp<\/strong>. \u201cKate 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.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAs 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,\u201d Danella said<\/strong>. \u201cIn every season, we will build on our strengths, envision the future, innovate with purpose, and deliver experiences that create more long-term value<\/a> for those we serve.\u201d<\/p>\n

About Kate Danella:<\/b><\/p>\n

Danella was named Chief Administrative Officer for Regions<\/a> 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\u2019 Consumer Banking group<\/a> after previously serving as Chief Strategy and Client Experience Officer. The Consumer Banking group includes Regions\u2019 retail branch network, along with Regions Mortgage and Home Improvement Financing<\/a>. Together, Consumer Banking is the largest line of business for the bank.<\/p>\n

Danella joined Regions in 2015 as Wealth Strategy and Effectiveness Executive, later leading Private Wealth Management<\/a> 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.<\/p>\n

The full list of this year\u2019s \u201cThe Most Powerful Women in Banking\u201d honorees<\/a> and a profile of Danella in the magazine<\/a> are available to read.<\/p>\n

Other Notable Honors from American Banker:<\/strong><\/p>\n

This honor is the second time American Banker has recognized Regions\u2019 leadership this year. In June, the publication named Head of Treasury Management Bryan Ford<\/a> to its Most Innovative People in Finance list<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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