First Citizens Bank added Mike Spencer managing director of middle market banking in Atlanta. In this role, Spencer will expand First Citizens’ middle market banking presence throughout Georgia and nearby markets.
“Mike’s deep sector expertise, coupled with a proven track record of building long-term client relationships to help businesses reach their full potential, make him an excellent addition to our team,” Matt Tollenaer, managing director and market leader of First Citizens Middle Market Banking, said. “He brings ample experience with specialty sectors such as manufacturing, wholesale and distribution, which will further enhance growth within our middle market banking business.”
Spencer joins First Citizens from Synovus, where he spent the past eight years growing the middle market platform and expanding the footprint to five southeastern states. His highly developed skillset includes commercial and corporate banking. He previously held relationship management and leadership roles with both Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase.
A graduate of the University of Houston and active member in his community, Spencer serves on advisory boards for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and the Association for Corporate Growth.
