ESOP Finance

An ESOP can provide a tax-efficient ownership transition that allows you to preserve your company’s legacy while rewarding the employees who helped build its success. The ESOP Finance team can help you evaluate whether an ESOP is the right fit by providing objective guidance on ownership transition strategies, transaction structures, financing alternatives, and the benefits and considerations of employee ownership. If an ESOP aligns with your goals, we can leverage our extensive network of ESOP advisors, trustees, attorneys, valuation firms, and industry organizations to help assemble the right team and finance a transaction tailored to your objectives.


The right advice for a graceful exit

Our ESOP Finance team understands the unique capital needs associated with employee ownership transitions and provides tailored financing solutions to support companies before, during, and after an ESOP transaction.

  • Acquisition/ESOP transaction financing
  • Refinance subordinated seller debt1
  • Repurchase obligation financing1
  • Capex & growth financing
  • Working capital financing

About our team

Kevin Suchecki
Managing Director, ESOP Finance
404-364-2739
kevinsuchecki@synovus.com

Kevin Suchecki is a Senior Vice President and leads Pinnacle Financial Partners’ ESOP Finance group, where he works with business owners, trustees, and advisors to structure financing solutions that support employee ownership transactions. He is committed to building long-term relationships and helping clients achieve successful ownership transitions through tailored capital solutions and strategic guidance.

Brandon Harrison
Senior Credit Advisor, ESOP Finance
404-364-2752
brandonharrison@synovus.com

Brandon provides underwriting, portfolio management, and credit risk management support for the Synovus ESOP Finance Group. His responsibilities include structuring and underwriting ESOP transactions, assessing credit risk, monitoring portfolio performance, and supporting the financing needs of employee-owned businesses. Since joining Synovus in 2019, Brandon has specialized in the ESOP sector and works closely with clients and colleagues to deliver tailored financing solutions. He holds a BBA in Finance from Kennesaw State University.

Important Disclosure Information

  1. Subject to credit approval Back