SouthState has kicked off 2026 by adding 32 seasoned producers across 12 key markets, reinforcing its strategic growth initiatives in commercial, mortgage and wealth management. The new hires include senior leaders such as Greg Atkinson in Denver, D Baron in Dallas, Jamie Coleman in Atlanta and Mariam Ehsani in Houston, each bringing between 15 and 30 years of industry experience from institutions like BOK Financial, JPMorganChase, CIBC US and PNC. This infusion of talent is expected to accelerate SouthState’s market share expansion in high-growth regions—Colorado, Texas, Georgia and the Carolinas—and to deepen client relationships through specialized credit, treasury and lending solutions. Richard Murray, SouthState president, noted that these additions align with the bank’s disciplined risk management framework and position the company to capitalize on rising demand for middle-market financing, commercial real estate loans and high-net-worth advisory services.