Columbus-based Synovus has tapped its president and CEO as new board chair
Synovus Financial Corp. will have a new chairman of the board next year, the company announced Friday.
President and CEO Kevin Blair will succeed Kessel Stelling, who will retire as chairman Dec. 31, the Columbus-based financial services company said in a news release.
Blair succeeded Stelling as president and CEO in 2021, and Stelling stayed on as executive chairman. He will continue to serve in an advisory role until Jan. 1, 2025.
“I have been honored these past 12 years to work alongside an incredible Synovus team and a supportive, engaged board of directors,” said Stelling in the release. “The future of this company remains very bright under the continued capable and visionary leadership of Kevin Blair and the dedicated team caring for our clients and communities every single day.”
Blair, who first joined Synovus in 2016 as executive vice president and chief financial officer, said in the news release that he is honored to expand his executive responsibilities. Stelling’s legacy is marked by his commitment to the continued success of Synovus and investment in its people, Blair said.
“I look forward to the continued work with our directors and executive team to effectively execute our key strategic growth initiatives,” he said.
