GBank Financial Holdings names Ed Nigro as CEO following Sullivan’s planned departure

Published 03/09/2025, 22:12
GBank Financial Holdings names Ed Nigro as CEO following Sullivan’s planned departure

GBank Financial Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:GBFH), a $574 million regional bank that has delivered an impressive 101% return to investors over the past year, announced a leadership transition Wednesday, appointing Ed Nigro as Chief Executive Officer of both the company and its subsidiary, GBank, effective September 3, 2025.According to InvestingPro analysis, GBFH maintains a "GREAT" financial health score, with particularly strong momentum in its business performance. Subscribers can access 7 additional exclusive ProTips about GBFH’s market position and growth potential. The announcement follows the early notice from T. Ryan Sullivan, the current President and CEO, of his intention not to renew his employment agreement when it expires on August 31, 2026.

According to a statement released in a SEC filing, Sullivan will continue in his current roles during a transition period. The company, the bank, and Sullivan are in discussions to modify his agreement to provide consulting services to support a smooth leadership transition. The Board of Directors has authorized Ed Nigro to continue these discussions and oversee the transition process.

Ed Nigro, age 83, will also remain Executive Chairman, a position he has held since December 2017 at the company and since July 2007 at the bank. His compensation arrangements will not change with this appointment. Nigro has a background in real estate development, investment management, and senior management roles in the hotel-casino and healthcare sectors. He is also the President of Omega Industries, Inc., and has previously held board positions at Western Alliance Bancorporation and BankWest of Nevada.

The SEC filing notes that Nigro is the father of Todd A. Nigro, who serves on the Boards of Directors for both the company and the bank. There are no other family relationships between Ed Nigro and other directors or executive officers.

The filing also discloses that Ed Nigro holds a 15.78% ownership interest in Nigro HQ, LLC, which is the landlord for the bank’s headquarters and southwest Las Vegas branch. The bank entered into a lease agreement for this location in 2007, with multiple extensions exercised through 2032. The terms of the lease and related party transactions have been reviewed and approved by disinterested board members and banking regulators.

This information is based on a statement released in a SEC filing.

In other recent news, GBank Financial Holdings Inc. reported its second-quarter earnings, which did not meet analyst expectations. The company announced a net income of $4.8 million, or $0.33 per diluted share, falling short of the anticipated $0.39 per share. Despite the earnings miss, GBank Financial Holdings experienced a 2.4% revenue increase from the previous quarter, totaling $17.8 million, and a 14.6% rise compared to the same period last year. The financial institution also achieved record loan originations, with its SBA lending and commercial banking loans reaching $160.5 million for the quarter. These developments reflect the company’s ongoing activities and financial performance.

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