First Horizon Rises to 22nd in Training Magazine's MVP Rankings
Event summary
- First Horizon Corporation received a 2026 Training MVP Award from Training magazine, ranking 22nd out of 91 companies.
- The award assesses training programs based on quantitative and qualitative benchmarks including scope, technology, innovation, and business outcomes.
- First Horizon has $83.9 billion in assets as of December 31, 2025 and operates in 12 states.
- Dr. Mario Brown, Chief Talent Officer, attributed the ranking to years of team dedication and investment in associate growth.
The big picture
First Horizon's recognition highlights the growing importance of employee development in the financial services sector, particularly as institutions compete for talent and navigate evolving regulatory landscapes. The award underscores the bank’s commitment to investing in its workforce, which is increasingly viewed as a key driver of operational performance and client service. This focus on L&D may also be a response to pressures to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
What we're watching
- Operational Efficiency
- The ranking’s emphasis on training efficiency suggests First Horizon will need to demonstrate a continued ROI on its L&D investments to maintain its position.
- Talent Retention
- Given the competitive labor market, First Horizon’s commitment to training may be crucial for retaining key personnel and offsetting potential attrition.
- Competitive Landscape
- The performance of other regional banks in the Training MVP rankings will provide a benchmark for assessing First Horizon’s relative strength in talent development.
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