First Horizon CIO Honored as Most Innovative in Finance
Event summary
- Mohan Sankararaman, First Horizon's EVP and CIO, named to American Banker's Most Innovative People in Finance list.
- Award presented at the American Banker Digital Banking Conference in June 2026.
- Sankararaman spoke alongside Leilani Farol, SVP and Chief Information Security Officer.
- First Horizon reported $84.1 billion in assets as of March 31, 2026.
The big picture
First Horizon's recognition of its CIO underscores the growing importance of technology leadership in regional banking. As digital transformation accelerates across financial services, this honor positions First Horizon to compete more effectively with larger national players. With $84.1 billion in assets, the company is leveraging innovation as a strategic differentiator in an increasingly tech-driven industry.
What we're watching
- Innovation Execution
- How First Horizon will translate Sankararaman's recognized innovation into tangible digital banking products.
- Leadership Impact
- Whether this recognition elevates First Horizon's profile in regional banking innovation.
- Competitive Positioning
- The pace at which First Horizon can differentiate itself through digital offerings in a crowded regional banking market.
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