Experienced banking professional joins Pinnacle Financial Partners

Mobile area team expands as firm grows in coastal Alabama

MOBILE, Ala., June 16, 2026 — Pinnacle Financial Partners, which merged with Synovus, has named Chad Newton as senior vice president and office leader for the Daphne, Alabama, office. 

Newton has more than 16 years of banking experience in Mobile and Baldwin counties and will serve Pinnacle clients along the Eastern Shore.

A graduate of Pensacola Christian College, Newton has supported financial education through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program and served on the executive board of the Dumas Wesley Community Center.

“Chad’s strong leadership, deep market knowledge and clear understanding of how to build an office with consistent client care make him a valued addition to our team,” said Joey Butler, area manager for South Alabama. “He has earned trust across this market by serving clients thoughtfully and keeping the focus on what helps people make good financial decisions.”

Newton’s addition to the team reflects Pinnacle’s continued growth in the Mobile Bay region following the opening of new offices in Mobile and Fairhope earlier this spring. Pinnacle expanded into coastal Alabama in 2025 and continues to build its presence with experienced local bankers and new offices designed to serve clients across the market.

Pinnacle’s merger with Synovus closed in January 2026 with systems and brand conversions to be completed in March 2027. Until then, some locations in South Alabama will carry Synovus branding. 

About Pinnacle Financial Partners

Pinnacle Financial Partners, Inc. (“Pinnacle”) is a $123 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* 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.

Pinnacle is an employer of choice for financial services professionals. The firm is No. 12 in the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 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 PNFP.com.

*As of June 30, 2025, according to FDIC data.