Truist Financial hired Kerry Jessani as head of mid-corporate banking. Jessani will build and lead a coverage team focused on delivering industry-based expertise and solutions to private and public companies across the United States.
Jessani joins Truist following more than 20 years at JP Morgan, most recently serving as deputy head of specialized industries for its commercial banking unit. In this role, Jessani led and grew a national specialized industries team that serves clients across a variety of sectors, including healthcare, higher education, restaurants and franchises and several industrial segments.
Jessani began her tenure at JP Morgan in investment banking before transitioning to commercial and corporate banking, holding roles of increasing responsibility across a variety of industry coverage and treasury management teams. She began her career at Bear, Stearns & Co. after graduating from Georgetown University and also holds an MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business. An active member of her community, Jessani is a board member of the Nursing School at Belmont University.
Jessani will join Truist in February, reporting to Kristin Lesher, chief wholesale banking officer, and serve as a member of the Truist Operating Council.
“Kerry has a track record of success building and growing a national team that delivers industry-specific advice,” Lesher said. “Her experience leading teams that provide core banking solutions, including lending, deposits and payments, in close partnership with investment banking and wealth management teams make her a natural fit for this role.”
