Financial Institutions Investment Banking Group (FIG)

Merger & Acquisition (M&A) Advisory

Guiding institutions through every stage of the M&A process on both the buy- and sell-side, from initial strategy to closing, with a focus on delivering value.

Capital Raising Solutions

Structuring and executing capital markets transactions tailored to meet your institution’s needs—whether growth, restructuring, or recapitalization.

Business Valuation Services

Comprehensive valuation analysis for strategic planning, regulatory needs, and transaction decisions, including independent Fairness Opinions.

Our Approach

At FHN Financial, our mission is to be a full-service, trusted partner for depository institutions and financial entities. When combining our FIG investment banking capabilities with our extensive services platform, we give clients access to M&A, capital raising, balance sheet management, and more. Our FIG services are offered under FHN Financial Securities Corp.

Our team combines personalized advisory service with broad market access and advanced analytical tools, enabling us to meet the complex, evolving needs of financial institutions of every size.

Strong Relationships: Access to an extensive network across depository leadership, boards, high net worth investors, and specialized institutional partners.
Proven Track Record: Decades of transaction advisory and capital markets expertise in the financial institutions sector.
Customer Experience: Our team is committed to providing thoughtful guidance tailored to each customer’s unique needs and objectives.

Top 10

in the Midwest, Depository M&A Advisory*

Top 15

Nationally, Depository M&A Advisory*

Top 5

Nationally, Credit Union M&A Advisory**

Top 10

in the Midwest, Depository M&A Advisory*

Top 15

Nationally, Depository M&A Advisory*

Top 5

Nationally, Credit Union M&A Advisory**

* S&P Capital IQ | Past 2 Years; ** S&P Capital IQ | Past 10 Years

Who We Serve

Banks
Credit Unions
Specialty Finance
Mortgage Banks
FinTech
Trust and Wealth Management
Commercial Finance
Consumer Finance

Our Management Team

Andrew Christians, CFA

Managing Director | Co-Head

Greg Cunningham

Managing Director | Co-Head

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Connect with Us

Discover how our FIG Investment Banking team can help your institution achieve its goals. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can support your long-term success. If you would like additional information about our services or an up-to-date copy of Form CRS, click the Form CRS link in the footer or call 313-701-6075.