Pro Golfer Russell Henley renews partnership, will debut Pinnacle brand at Masters Tournament
Renewal brings the Synovus relationship forward for Pinnacle Financial Partners
ATLANTA, GA, April 6, 2026 — Five-time PGA Tour winner Russell Henley will tee off at the 2026 Masters Tournament wearing the Pinnacle Financial Partners brand. A Synovus brand ambassador since 2023, he extended his relationship with the bank, signing a three-year agreement earlier this year. The branding change is the result of the Pinnacle and Synovus merger that closed in January.
This is the first public appearance of the Pinnacle brand under the renewed partnership with Henley. The firm is working to integrate brands with full conversion expected in early 2027.
“Russell exemplifies what we value most as a combined firm: character, discipline and commitment,” said Kevin Blair, president and CEO of Pinnacle Financial Partners. “This partnership reflects our shared beliefs and builds on a solid foundation that began with Synovus and now continues with Pinnacle. Russell is the ideal fit to bring our brand to life in this next chapter.”
The Henley partnership extends beyond the fairway. Henley’s wife, Teil Henley, an artist, entrepreneur and author, is also involved and frequently speaks at client and team member events. The couple from Columbus, Georgia has shared their personal and professional journey over the past three years.
“Teil and I have always believed the best things are built on trust and valued relationships, and Synovus has been exactly that for us,” Henley said. “With Synovus and Pinnacle coming together, we’re grateful to keep working with people we know to tell our story and represent a combined company that shares our values.”
This is legacy Pinnacle’s first golf partnership and joins existing partnerships with the Tennessee Titans, 23XI Racing and driver Tyler Reddick, and the Memphis Grizzlies. The firm will support Henley while strengthening relationships among clients and communities connected to the sport.
Pinnacle is one of the premier banks in the country for serving people and companies in the music, sports and entertainment industries. The firm provides private banking and commercial services, working with professional athletes, coaches, agencies, teams and sports organizations nationwide, as well as record labels, management companies, artists, songwriters, musicians and other people and organizations in the creative world.
About Pinnacle Financial Partners
Pinnacle Financial Partners, Inc. (“Pinnacle”) is a $119.1 billion asset regional bank which provides a full range of banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services for commercial and consumer clients who want a comprehensive relationship with their financial institution. The firm joined forces with Synovus Financial Corp. in 2026, bringing together more than 160 years of combined banking service. Pinnacle is the largest bank headquartered in Tennessee and the largest bank holding company headquartered in Georgia. The firm is No. 1 in deposit market share* in the Nashville MSA and No. 4 in the Atlanta MSA with offices in Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Kentucky, Virginia and Maryland.
Pinnacle is an employer of choice for financial services professionals. The firm is No. 9 in FORTUNE magazine’s 2025 list of 100 Best Companies to Work For® in the U.S., its ninth consecutive appearance. Pinnacle was also recognized by American Banker as No. 4 among America’s Best Banks to Work For in 2025, its 13th consecutive year on the list, and No. 1 among banks with more than $10 billion in assets. Learn more about Pinnacle at PNFP.com.