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Regions Bank Names Marcus Hopkins Head of Institutional Services

Business Wire•12/11/2026•09:00 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Regions names Marcus Hopkins head of Institutional Services
  • ➤Hopkins succeeds Julz Burgess, retiring end-2026 after more than a decade
  • ➤Institutional Services serves retirement, trust, custody and philanthropic clients
  • ➤Regions Financial has $163 billion in assets and over 1,200 banking offices

Expert Statements

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“Marcus is an outstanding leader with deep knowledge of our clients, our markets, our business and our culture.”

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“Over the course of his career, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to helping clients succeed while building high-performing teams.”

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“Marcus understands the opportunities ahead for Regions Institutional Services, and he is exceptionally well positioned to lead this business as we continue investing in growth, expanding capabilities, and delivering advice and solutions that matter to our clients.”

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“Just as importantly, Marcus appreciates the relationships that are at the heart of this business.”

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“Whether we’re serving a nonprofit, a retirement plan sponsor, an institutional investor, or a corporate client, our focus is on helping people and organizations achieve their goals.”

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“Marcus brings both the experience and the perspectives needed to advance this important work.”

Marcus Hopkins, Head of Regions Institutional Services at Regions Bank

“Regions has built an exceptional Institutional Services platform and an experienced team dedicated to serving clients with excellence”

Marcus Hopkins, Head of Regions Institutional Services at Regions Bank

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that Julz Burgess and our entire Institutional Services team have created.”

Marcus Hopkins, Head of Regions Institutional Services at Regions Bank

“We have tremendous opportunities as we continue helping organizations manage assets, fulfill their missions, support employees, and navigate an evolving financial landscape.”

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“Julz has made a lasting impact on Regions, our associates, and the clients we serve.”

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“Her leadership, vision and commitment to excellence have strengthened our Institutional Services business and positioned the team for continued success.”

Bill Ritter, Head of Regions Wealth Management

“We are grateful for her many contributions and wish her the very best in retirement.”

Regions Bank Names Marcus Hopkins Head of Institutional Services

Wealth Management veteran to lead services for institutions focused on retirement planning, corporate trust, philanthropic solutions and more.

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