Jim Prokopanko will retire from the Regions Board of Directors following the company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 6, concluding a decade of service.
Prokopanko most recently served as chair of the Risk Committee and was also a member of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.
In a joint statement, Chairman, President and CEO John Turner and Lead Independent Director Ruth Ann Marshall said, “We want to thank Jim Prokopanko for his many years of distinguished service to Regions, most recently as Chair of the Risk Committee. Jim’s leadership and steady guidance have contributed meaningfully to the strength of the company’s risk oversight framework.”
During Prokopanko’s tenure on the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, the board also made intentional refreshment efforts to maintain an effective balance of experience and skills, helping ensure strong governance and strategic oversight as the company navigates an increasingly complex environment.
Reflecting on his service, Prokopanko said it was an honor to support Regions’ growth and evolution.
Serving on the Regions board for 10 years broadened my understanding of financial services, risk and the critical role the bank plays in the lives of customers and communities across its markets.
Jim Prokopanko
“Serving on the Regions board for 10 years broadened my understanding of financial services, risk and the critical role the bank plays in the lives of customers and communities across its markets,” he said.
He pointed to the company’s progress in technology, risk management and talent investment as defining elements of his time on the board.
“Regions made serious, sustained investments to modernize its systems, improving both operational efficiency and the customer experience,” Prokopanko said. “At the same time, the company strengthened its risk management culture and made meaningful investments in its people, elevating the enterprise overall.”
Prior to joining the Regions board, Prokopanko served as President and CEO of The Mosaic Company, one of the world’s leading producers and marketers of concentrated phosphate and potash crop nutrients. His career also included various senior leadership positions at Cargill, Inc.
When asked about the rapid changes impacting the financial services industry, including advancements in technology, regulation and rising customer expectations, Prokopanko expressed confidence in Regions’ future.
“After a decade of significant change, my confidence comes from seeing the bank build the right foundations,” he said. “Those aren’t short-term fixes; they are long-term competitive advantages. Banking will continue to evolve rapidly, but institutions that have done the hard work of strengthening their core – as Regions has – are the ones best positioned to adapt and lead.”
As he reflected on his time with the company and looked ahead, Prokopanko emphasized the pride he feels in having been part of Regions’ journey.
“It is with tremendous pride that I was able to be associated with Regions,” he said. “It has been an honor to serve alongside exceptional leaders and dedicated associates who truly care about the customers and communities Regions serves. I leave feeling confident the bank is in strong hands and is well-positioned for the future.”
It has been an honor to serve alongside exceptional leaders and dedicated associates who truly care about the customers and communities Regions serves.