- Angela Santone joins Regions Bank (RF, Financial) as Chief People Officer effective May 12, 2025.
- With over two decades of HR leadership, Santone aims to enhance corporate culture and drive strategic growth.
- Regions Bank is recognized as an exceptional workplace, employing about 20,000 professionals across the U.S.
Angela Santone, a seasoned human resources executive with over 20 years of experience, will officially join Regions Bank (RF) as Chief People Officer on May 12, 2025. Her extensive background includes serving as Senior Executive Vice President of Human Resources at AT&T and a significant tenure at Turner Broadcasting, where she led HR initiatives across multiple business lines.
In her new role at Regions Bank, Santone will be part of the Executive Leadership Team, working closely with Chairman, President, and CEO John Turner, and Chief Administrative Officer Dave Keenan. Her responsibilities will focus on maintaining and enhancing the bank's strong corporate culture, known for being an outstanding workplace as evidenced by Gallup's decade-long recognition.
Santone will support talent recruitment, retention, training, and development initiatives aimed at building a top-tier workforce. Emphasizing the importance of a competitive workforce, she plans to develop innovative strategies to attract and nurture talent, ensuring ongoing professional growth and robust business outcomes.
Additionally, Santone will collaborate with various business leaders to optimize operations, thereby driving sustainable, long-term business growth while boosting employee performance. Her vast experience will be instrumental in aligning Human Resources initiatives with Regions Bank's overarching corporate objectives.
Regions Financial Corporation, the parent company of Regions Bank, is one of the largest full-service financial entities in the U.S., with approximately $160 billion in assets. Operating around 1,250 banking offices, the bank serves a diverse customer base across the South, Midwest, and Texas, further cementing its reputation as a significant player in the national commercial banking sector.
