Simmons First National Corporation Announces CEO Retirement and Leadership Transition

Group 1 - The company expresses gratitude to George for his leadership over a decade, highlighting his role in the geographic transformation and unprecedented growth during challenging times [1] - The board has implemented a deliberate succession planning process, resulting in a capable executive leadership team ready for future challenges [1] - Brogdon, who has been with the company since 2021 and served as President since January 2023, is well-prepared to take over as CEO, with a strong background in investment banking and finance [1][2] Group 2 - Simmons First National Corporation has a long history of paying cash dividends for 116 consecutive years and operates over 220 branches across multiple states [3] - The company has received several accolades, including recognition as one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2025 and one of America's Best Regional Banks 2025 [3] - Simmons Bank emphasizes its commitment to building value for customers, communities, and shareholders with integrity and passion [3]