James G. Mackey is a distinguished finance leader with more than 25 years of experience in banking and financial services, set to join BankUnited Inc. as Chief Financial Officer effective November 2025. His career spans senior roles at leading institutions, including Executive Vice President and CFO at Synovus Financial Corp., where he managed a $50 billion balance sheet and drove strategic initiatives that enhanced profitability amid economic volatility. Earlier, Mackey held key positions at BB&T Corporation (now Truist Financial) and JPMorgan Chase, honing his expertise in capital markets, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management. Mackey's achievements include leading a transformative $750 million merger at Synovus that expanded market presence and delivered 18% annual revenue growth, while implementing data-driven cost optimization programs that saved over $100 million annually without compromising service quality. He has also been instrumental in navigating complex regulatory environments, earning accolades such as the American Bankers Association's Excellence in Financial Leadership Award in 2022 for his innovative approaches to ESG reporting and sustainable financing. At BankUnited Inc., Mackey will oversee all financial operations, including treasury management, investor relations, financial planning and analysis, and compliance. His proven track record in fostering operational efficiency and strategic growth will be pivotal as BankUnited advances its expansion goals and strengthens its position in the competitive banking landscape.