News Summary
Pinnacle Financial Partners has bolstered its commercial banking capabilities in North Georgia by hiring financial advisors Ward McCamy and Eric Rein. This strategic move is set to enhance services for clients in the northeast Georgia region, particularly in Gwinnett, Cobb, and Cherokee counties. Both advisors bring substantial experience to the firm and demonstrate commitment to community engagement. Pinnacle continues to be recognized for its excellence in banking services and workplace culture.
Atlanta has become the latest focal point for Pinnacle Financial Partners as the financial institution enhances its commercial banking presence in North Georgia with the hiring of two experienced financial advisors, Ward McCamy and Eric Rein. This significant move is aimed at supporting clients throughout northeast Georgia, including Gwinnett, Cobb, and Cherokee counties.
Ward McCamy will be based at Pinnacle’s Sugarloaf office, while Eric Rein will operate from the Riverwood office. Both advisors bring decades of financial expertise and a track record of helping businesses grow effectively. Their combined experience enhances the firm’s ability to serve clients in an increasingly competitive market.
Baimba Norman, a fellow financial advisor at Pinnacle, has highlighted McCamy’s extensive market knowledge and the strong relationships he has cultivated with clients over the years. Meanwhile, Chris Gruehn commended Rein for his insightful leadership and market understanding, specifically noting his impact in Cherokee and Cobb counties.
Before joining Pinnacle, McCamy held positions at Bank of America and Wells Fargo, focusing on commercial lending and business banking. He is also actively involved in community initiatives such as the Boys and Girls Club of Lanier, Young Life, and the Auburn Alumni Association, reflecting a commitment not only to finance but also to community enhancement.
Rein, on the other hand, comes to Pinnacle from Renasant Bank, where he served as Senior Vice President. He has previously worked with Wells Fargo and State Bank & Trust. Rein holds an MBA from Colorado State University and is an alumnus of the University of Georgia. His civic engagement is underscored by his recent role as board chair for the Cherokee Chamber of Commerce.
Pinnacle Financial Partners offers an extensive range of services, including banking, investment, trust, mortgage, and insurance services, tailored for both businesses and individual clients. The firm has garnered a reputation for excellence, being ranked as the No. 1 bank in the Nashville-Murfreesboro-Franklin MSA based on 2025 FDIC deposit data. Additionally, it is listed as No. 9 on FORTUNE magazine’s 2025 list of 100 Best Companies to Work For in the United States.
For an impressive 12 consecutive years, Pinnacle has been recognized as one of America’s Best Banks to Work For by American Banker, consistently ranking No. 1 among banks with assets over $10 billion in 2024. The firm has made strides since expanding its operations to Georgia in 2020 and continues to rank highly in the Best Places to Work in Atlanta category for medium-sized companies.
Pinnacle Financial Partners was established in Nashville, TN, in October 2000, and as of June 30, 2025, it boasts approximately $54.8 billion in assets. As the second-largest bank holding company headquartered in Tennessee, Pinnacle operates in various urban markets across the Southeast.
For those interested in learning more about the services Pinnacle Financial Partners offers and their ongoing initiatives, additional information is available on their website.
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