Regions Bank on Wednesday announced the appointment of Melissa Hancock as Corporate Trust Client Services Executive in the Institutional Services division of Regions Wealth Management.Hancock’s move to Regions Bank is part of the company’s strategy for building more Wealth Management growth while consistently enhancing client service.What will Melissa Hancock lead at Regions Bank?As Corporate Trust Client Services Executive, Hancock will:Build and lead high-performing Corporate Trust and Escrow Services teams who share a strong commitment to delivering tailored solutions for institutional, corporate and municipal clientsEnhance client experience and advance service delivery opportunities for existing and prospective clientsOversee risk management and operational compliance for the groupLeadership Perspective:“Regions Bank is known to deliver strong value to help municipal, corporate and government entities access bond and credit markets to finance projects that accelerate economic development, improve quality of life and support long-term benefits to our communities,” said Julz Burgess, Head of Regions Institutional Services. “Melissa Hancock combines a clear focus on high-touch service with deep industry experience that will enhance our legacy of client service for years to come.”Melissa Hancock on Joining Regions Bank:“I’m honored to a join a team at Regions that values collaboration, teamwork and a strong community connection,” Hancock said. “Together, we can build on the bank’s strong foundation—welcoming new clients, supporting unique financing strategies, and driving the next chapter of growth for Regions’ Institutional Services platform.”Why Corporate Trust and Escrow Services Matter:Corporate Trust and Escrow Services serve a crucial role in modern finance and business transactions because they provide security, transparency, and trust when multiple parties are involved with complex deals.Regions Institutional Services has long provided Corporate Trust and Escrow Services to clients. In addition, Regions Institutional Services provides:Investment ManagementTrustee and Custody ServicesPhilanthropic Solutions for nonprofit organizationsRetirement Plan ServicesFuneral and Cemetery Trust SolutionsThis integrated platform enables Regions to offer a range of tailored financial solutions to meet any number of client needs.Melissa Hancock’s Education and Industry Experience:Melissa Hancock is a seasoned executive who brings over 25 years of financial services experience across:Corporate debt and capital marketsAsset-backed and mortgage-backed securitiesFiduciary and regulatory complianceInstitutional client relationship managementOperational leadership and team developmentMunicipal and Escrow transactionsMost recently, Hancock served as vice president and account management manager at Computershare Trust Company, where she led multi-location teams managing trust relationships. She also held leadership roles at Wells Fargo and BNY Mellon.Hancock earned a Bachelor of Science from Rider University and holds a certification from Universidad de Nebrija in Madrid, Spain.NoYesPeople Moves26 Jun, 2026