First Horizon Names Velia Carboni to Board of Directors

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First Horizon Corporation announces the election of Velia Carboni to its Board of Directors. Carboni, currently the Chief Digital and Technology Officer of VF Corporation, brings expertise in digital innovation, technology, cyber security, customer experience, and data analytics. She will help guide the company's investments in technology and process improvements.

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Horizon Corporation (NYSE: FHN or "First Horizon") today announced the election of Velia Carboni, 54, to the First Horizon Board of Directors.

Carboni has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Digital and Technology Officer of VF Corporation ("VF"), a provider of branded lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, since 2018. At VF, she is responsible for the integration of digital and technology capabilities across all aspects of the company's business, leads the company's digital strategies and oversees VF's analytics function.

"We welcome Velia to the Board of Directors. We have seen firsthand the value of her experience in digital innovation and strategies, technology, cyber security, customer experience and data analytics having served as a member of First Horizon's Technology Advisory Board since its inception in 2019," said Bryan Jordan, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of First Horizon. "She will be instrumental in helping guide the significant investments we are making in technology and process improvements to remain at the forefront of our clients' needs."

First Horizon Lead Director Colin Reed added, "In addition to her digital technology expertise, Velia brings financial services and public company experience to our Board at a crucial time as we continue to transform the company to adapt and excel in a rapidly changing, highly competitive environment."

Carboni is also a member of the Forbes Technology Council. Prior to joining VF, Ms. Carboni spent more than 20 years at Fidelity Investments, where she held a series of leadership roles, most recently serving as senior vice president of mobile and emerging platforms for the company's personal investing/retail division.

About First Horizon

First Horizon Corp. (NYSE: FHN), with $82.5 billion in assets as of September 30, 2023, is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com.

 

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FAQ

Who is Velia Carboni?

Velia Carboni is the Chief Digital and Technology Officer of VF Corporation and has expertise in digital innovation, technology, cyber security, customer experience, and data analytics.

What role will Velia Carboni play in First Horizon Corporation?

Velia Carboni will help guide the company's investments in technology and process improvements.

What are the benefits of Velia Carboni's appointment to the Board of Directors?

Velia Carboni's expertise in digital innovation and technology can positively impact the company's investments in technology and process improvements.