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Simmons Bank Championship to debut on PGA TOUR Champions in 2024

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new PGA TOUR Champions tournament, the Simmons Bank Championship will debut in October 2024. The competition will be held annually at Pleasant Valley Country Club in Little Rock, Arkansas. A five-year agreement establishing the event was announced today at the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame, with Simmons First National Corporation Executive Chairman George Makris, PGA TOUR Champions President Miller Brady and Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders in attendance. To download photos from the announcement, please click here.

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  • and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new PGA TOUR Champions tournament, the Simmons Bank Championship will debut in October 2024.
  • "We are ecstatic to announce the addition of the Simmons Bank Championship to the PGA TOUR Champions schedule," said PGA TOUR Champions President Miller Brady.
  • "Simmons Bank has been a tremendous title sponsor on the Korn Ferry Tour and we are thrilled to have them join PGA TOUR Champions to sponsor one of our playoff events.
  • The Simmons Bank Championship will be managed and operated by Pro Links Sports, a nationally recognized sports marketing and event management firm that assists in running several PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions tournaments.

Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Breaks Ground on New $11.75 Million Stella Boyle Smith Music Center in Little Rock’s East Village

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

Arkansas Symphony Orchestra broke ground today on its new $11.75 million Stella Boyle Smith Music Center in Little Rock’s East Village, creating a first-of-its-kind music-focused headquarters for the state.

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  • Arkansas Symphony Orchestra broke ground today on its new $11.75 million Stella Boyle Smith Music Center in Little Rock’s East Village, creating a first-of-its-kind music-focused headquarters for the state.
  • “Our new music center represents a defining moment for the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra and for the state,” said Brigita Gardner, chair of ASO’s Crescendo Committee.
  • The new Stella Boyle Smith Music Center will be a space for joyous communities.”
    ASO’s performances will still be held at Robinson Center, whereas the Stella Boyle Smith Music Center provides the opportunity for many additional community gatherings.
  • To learn more about ASO and the new Stella Boyle Smith Music Center, visit www.arkansassymphony.org .

$25,000 Cash is Up for Grabs. EOSERA Calls for Applications for the Second-Annual EmpowHERment Pitch Competition for Female-Led, Texas-Based Companies

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Worth-based success story EOSERA, INC. wants to pay it forward again by hosting the second-annual EmpowHERment Pitch Competition with the help of partners Simmons Bank, Higginbotham, Satori Capital, Tech Fort Worth, and UNT Health Science Center. CEO of EOSERA, Elyse Stoltz Dickerson, got her start by winning a pitch competition, and now wants to give another smart, innovative, female-led, Texas-based company that same opportunity. 

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  • EOSERA,® INC. is hosting the second-annual EmpowHERment pitch competition with partners Simmons Bank, Higginbotham, Satori Capital, Tech Fort Worth, and UNT Health Science Center.
  • With three finalists, the first-place prize is $15,000 sponsored by Simmons Bank, and the second-place prize is $10,000 sponsored by Higginbotham.
  • FORT WORTH, Texas, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Worth-based success story EOSERA, INC. wants to pay it forward again by hosting the second-annual EmpowHERment Pitch Competition with the help of partners Simmons Bank , Higginbotham , Satori Capital , Tech Fort Worth , and UNT Health Science Center .
  • CEO of EOSERA, Elyse Stoltz Dickerson, got her start by winning a pitch competition, and now wants to give another smart, innovative, female-led, Texas-based company that same opportunity.

Simmons Bank Promotes Three Veteran Bankers to Lead Nashville Metro Market Business Units

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons Bank announces the promotion of three veteran bankers to lead business units in the Nashville Metro Market.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons Bank announces the promotion of three veteran bankers to lead business units in the Nashville Metro Market.
  • Martin Schrodt was promoted to director of market development overseeing business development and business banking.
  • "Each of these bankers have strong track records of success and bring a vast amount of knowledge and experience to their leadership roles," said Paul Craig, Nashville metro division president for Simmons Bank.
  • During his career, he has been a part of building and implementing two branch revitalization projects building new lines of business for Simmons Bank.

Simmons Bank Announces Key Leadership Changes

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Friday, July 7, 2023

PINE BLUFF, Ark., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons Bank (Simmons) announced today key changes to its leadership team.

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  • PINE BLUFF, Ark., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons Bank (Simmons) announced today key changes to its leadership team.
  • A 19-year veteran of Simmons, White has served in multiple leadership roles with increased responsibilities, including Arkansas Community Division president.
  • Simmons Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC), a Mid-South based financial holding company that has paid cash dividends for 114 consecutive years.
  • Additional information about Simmons Bank can be found on our website at simmonsbank.com , by following @Simmons_Bank on Twitter or by visiting our newsroom .

Simmons First National Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call

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Friday, June 30, 2023

PINE BLUFF, Ark., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) today announced it is scheduled to release second quarter 2023 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

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  • PINE BLUFF, Ark., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) today announced it is scheduled to release second quarter 2023 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.
  • Management will conduct a live conference call to review this information beginning at 9:00 a.m. Central Time on Tuesday, July 25.
  • Interested parties can listen to the call by dialing toll-free 1-844-481-2779 (North America only) and asking for the Simmons First National Corporation conference call, conference ID 10180510.
  • Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) is a Mid-South based financial holding company that has paid cash dividends to its shareholders for 114 consecutive years.

Simmons Bank Recognized with 2023 Designation of Savings Excellence Award from America Saves

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

PINE BLUFF, Ark., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- America Saves announced Simmons Bank as a recipient of the 2023 Designation of Savings Excellence Award (DOSE), the only national award focused on recognizing financial institutions for their work in helping Americans improve financial stability.

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  • PINE BLUFF, Ark., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- America Saves announced Simmons Bank as a recipient of the 2023 Designation of Savings Excellence Award (DOSE), the only national award focused on recognizing financial institutions for their work in helping Americans improve financial stability.
  • Simmons Bank was one of only 15 recipients to be honored this year out of more than 3,900 organizations who participated in America Saves Week in 2023, which took place between February 27 - March 3.
  • "America Saves has the distinct honor of working with financial institutions that actually care about their customers and members," said Kia McCallister-Young, director of America Saves.
  • "Simmons Bank is honored to be recognized by America Saves for our commitment to encouraging and promoting the benefits of savings," said Bob Fehlman, chief executive officer of Simmons Bank.

Simmons Bank Further Expands Its Presence in Memphis with the Grand Opening of New Whitehaven Branch

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons Bank and the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the newest Memphis financial center located at 4134 Elvis Presley Boulevard.

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  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons Bank and the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the newest Memphis financial center located at 4134 Elvis Presley Boulevard.
  • The 6,800-square-foot financial center features a full-service branch with 3 drive-thru lanes and an ATM with deposit capabilities.
  • Earlier this year, Simmons Bank celebrated the opening of the Crescent Center regional corporate office and financial center located at 6075 Poplar Avenue.
  • As an active supporter of the business community in Memphis, Simmons Bank serves as the title sponsor of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and the presenting sponsor of women's athletics at the University of Memphis.

Forbes Names Simmons Bank Among World's Best Banks 2023

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

PINE BLUFF, Ark., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth consecutive year, Simmons Bank has been named one the World's Best Banks by Forbes. Simmons Bank was one of only 75 banks in the United States, and 415 banks worldwide, to be included in the 2023 rankings, which are based solely on customer feedback.

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  • PINE BLUFF, Ark., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth consecutive year, Simmons Bank has been named one the World's Best Banks by Forbes.
  • Simmons Bank was one of only 75 banks in the United States, and 415 banks worldwide, to be included in the 2023 rankings, which are based solely on customer feedback.
  • "We are honored that our customers ranked Simmons Bank among the World's Best Banks again this year based on their trust in us, our ability to provide traditional and digital products and services that meet their evolving needs, and our focus on delivering an excellent customer experience," said Bob Fehlman, chief executive officer of Simmons Bank.
  • The award builds on recent recognitions that Simmons Bank has received from Forbes, including America's Best Midsize Employers (2023), World's Best Banks (2022), America's Best Bank (2022), World's Best Banks (2021), America's Best Banks (2021) , America's Best Employers By State (2020), and World's Best Banks (2020).

Simmons First National Corporation Announces First Quarter 2023 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

PINE BLUFF, Ark., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) today announced it is scheduled to release first quarter 2023 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • PINE BLUFF, Ark., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) today announced it is scheduled to release first quarter 2023 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
  • Management will conduct a live conference call to review this information beginning at 9:00 a.m. Central Time on Tuesday, April 25.
  • Interested parties can listen to the call by dialing toll-free 1-888-222-5806 (North America only) and asking for the Simmons First National Corporation conference call, conference ID 10176799.
  • Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC) is a Mid-South based financial holding company that has paid cash dividends to its shareholders for 114 consecutive years.