Simmons Bank Names Jim Recer to Drive Middle-Market C&I Expansion in Key Cities
SFNC•Simmons Bank named Jim Recer executive vice president and commercial regional executive to spearhead C&I banking across Texas, Nashville, Kansas City and St. Louis, targeting middle-market expansion. Recer’s 30-year career includes senior leadership at Bank of America, BBVA Compass and Texas Capital, bolstering Simmons First’s strategic growth initiatives.
1. Leadership Appointment
Jim Recer has joined Simmons Bank as executive vice president and commercial regional executive, tasked with directing commercial and industrial banking strategy across Texas, Nashville, Kansas City and St. Louis.
2. Strategic Growth Focus
In this role, Recer will drive expansion of middle-market commercial lending and enhance Simmons Bank’s market share in high-growth regions, aligning with the company’s broader organic growth objectives.
3. Executive’s Career Track Record
With over 30 years in banking, Recer held senior positions at Bank of America, BBVA Compass, Texas Capital Bank and Texas Regional Bank, bringing expertise in risk management, credit operations and team development to his new role.




