First Horizon Names Leilani Farol as CISO to Strengthen Cybersecurity and Risk Management
First Horizon appointed Leilani Farol as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer, entrusting her with strengthening cybersecurity through advanced threat detection, data governance and third-party risk management. The company also published the complete transcript of its Bank of America Financial Services Conference 2026 presentation detailing strategic priorities.
1. Appointment of Leilani Farol as Chief Information Security Officer
First Horizon named Leilani Farol as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer on February 11, 2026, tasking her with leading enterprise cybersecurity strategy and execution. Farol brings over 25 years of leadership in information security, risk management and technology, having held senior roles at Fidelity Investments, Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase. Her mandate includes enhancing threat detection, data governance, privacy measures and third-party risk management to safeguard client data and support digital innovation.
2. Presentation at Bank of America Financial Services Conference 2026
First Horizon executives delivered remarks on the bank’s strategic priorities, capital position and digital growth initiatives at the Bank of America Financial Services Conference 2026, and the full presentation transcript is now available. The discussion reviewed asset mix across commercial, consumer and wealth segments and highlighted efforts to embed security in digital products to drive innovation.