Regions Bank named Jeff Sundheimer head of government, institutional and nonprofit banking within the bank’s commercial banking group.
Sundheimer is a senior commercial banking executive who brings to Regions nearly 25 years of financial services experience focused on state and local government financing, nonprofit banking solutions, treasury management and commercial banking strategy.
As head of government, institutional and nonprofit banking, Sundheimer will lead Regions’ efforts to deliver sector-specific insights and tailored financial solutions to government entities, municipalities, educational institutions and nonprofit organizations. By bringing the full depth of Regions’ banking and capital markets capabilities, Sundheimer will enhance the bank’s ability to deliver high-touch, relationship-driven service and further strengthen the Regions brand among both longstanding clients and new prospects.
Sundheimer’s move to Regions Bank builds on the company’s existing strength in delivering targeted guidance and specialized commercial banking services for various industry sectors, including healthcare, energy and natural resources, financial services, defense, aerospace and government, transportation and logistics, technology, media and communication and other diversified industries.
Sundheimer will report to Nikki Stephenson, head of Regions Commercial Banking.
“Government, institutional and nonprofit organizations are critical to strong and thriving communities,” Stephenson said. “Jeff Sundheimer is an outstanding leader with deep industry experience, a powerful strategic vision, and a passion for delivering exceptional value to clients. Under his leadership, we will further strengthen our ability to deliver tailored solutions that can help our clients achieve their missions and create lasting impact.”
Sundheimer added, “The people we serve are not only clients, but they are also professionals who are working hard every day to help organizations succeed, nonprofits thrive and communities grow. We take our work providing financial guidance and solutions very seriously. And I am honored to join this Regions team that truly stands out and delivers tremendous value to a strong client base.”
Sundheimer’s Education and Credentials:
- Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics — University of Arizona
- Master of Business Administration — Southern Methodist University
Prior to joining Regions Bank, Sundheimer served as managing director at J.P. Morgan Chase supporting government clients across a 14-state region. He also held roles of increasing leadership at Wells Fargo.
