S. Alan McKnight, Jr, CFA

S. Alan McKnight, Jr., CFA is an experienced financial professional who currently serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer at Regions Bank.1 He joined Regions Asset Management in this role in March 2015.13

Professional Responsibilities

As Chief Investment Officer, Mr. McKnight's key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the Asset Management group's portfolio design, implementation, and asset allocation processes
• Managing third-party manager research and proprietary investment strategy for the firm
• Chairing the Asset Management Working Group and Investment Working Group
• Serving on the Wealth Management Business Risk Committee1

Career History

Mr. McKnight has a demonstrated history of success in the financial industry, with his experience dating back to October 1995.1 Prior to joining Regions Bank, he held several notable positions:

• Managing Director and head of Institutional Investments at SunTrust Bank
• Chief Investment Officer of SunTrust Institutional Investment Advisors, LLC
• Partner and Director of Global Investment Strategy at Balentine, LLC
• Sell-side analyst at Wachovia Securities, covering the specialty retailing sector
• Large-cap growth portfolio manager at Morgan Stanley1

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics from Washington and Lee University
• MBA from the University of Texas at Austin
• Holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) designation
• Member of the CFA Institute12

Mr. McKnight's expertise and leadership in investment strategy make him a valuable asset to Regions Bank's wealth management division.4