John Carter Rejoins Bank OZK as Chief Credit Officer
April 24 2023 - 4:01PM
Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) announced today that John Carter has
returned as Chief Credit Officer. In this capacity, he will be
responsible for oversight of the bank’s credit, loan operations,
special assets and mortgage lending functions. In addition, Carter
will participate in the development of corporate strategy for
lending practices and policies.
“We are so pleased to welcome John back to the Bank OZK team to
once again lead our credit management practices,” stated George
Gleason, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “He has a proven
record, having risen through our ranks during his previous tenure
with the bank where John was instrumental in the expansion of our
community banking footprint throughout the southeast. Given his
deep understanding of our business and corporate culture, I know
John will hit the ground running to deliver value to our team and
clients.”
“I am thrilled to return to Bank OZK as Chief Credit Officer
where I spent the formative years of my banking career,” said
Carter. “During my previous eleven-year tenure, I witnessed
firsthand the drive, discipline and commitment to excellence that
resulted in Bank OZK’s strong asset quality, impressive growth and
its repeated recognition as one of the top banks in the country. I
look forward to collaborating with the bank’s dynamic leadership
team and helping our clients achieve their financial goals.”
Carter rejoins Bank OZK from Huffman and Company where he was
Chief Investment Officer responsible for strategic direction,
growth, personnel and capital expenditures.
A native Arkansan, Carter was named by Arkansas Business to its
40 Under 40 list and is a graduate of Leadership Greater Little
Rock. Since 2013, he has served as a board member of Ronald
McDonald House Charities of Arkansas.
Carter received his undergraduate degree in Economics and
Finance from Arkansas Tech University, and his MBA from the
University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
ABOUT BANK OZKBank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) is a
regional bank providing innovative financial solutions delivered by
expert bankers with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Established
in 1903, Bank OZK conducts banking operations with over 240 offices
in eight states including Arkansas, Georgia, Florida, North
Carolina, Texas, New York, California and Mississippi and had
$28.97 billion in total assets as of March 31, 2023. Bank OZK can
be found at ozk.com.
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