United Community CFO to Retire After Nine Years, Korn Ferry Launches Successor Search
United Community CFO Jefferson Harralson will retire after nine years at year-end to ensure a smooth leadership transition. The bank has engaged Korn Ferry for a nationwide search to identify his successor and maintain financial oversight continuity.
1. CFO Retirement Details
Jefferson Harralson, executive vice president and CFO of United Community, has announced his retirement after nine years with the bank and will remain through the end of the year to complete a smooth transition.
2. Succession Process
United Community has retained Korn Ferry, a global organizational consulting firm, to conduct a nationwide search for Harralson’s replacement, aiming to secure a new CFO by year-end and preserve leadership stability.
3. Company Profile
As of March 31, 2026, United Community held $28.2 billion in assets and operated 200 offices across six Southeast states, offering banking, mortgage, wealth management, SBA lending and equipment finance services.