Keith Avant

Keith Avant is an experienced financial professional with a strong background in credit management and portfolio oversight. Currently serving as the Senior Vice President and Credit Portfolio Management Manager at First Horizon Bank since September 2023, Keith has previously held key roles including Chief Credit Officer at Sonabank and Access Point Financial, and various senior positions at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and SunTrust. Throughout a career spanning over three decades, Keith has demonstrated expertise in developing sales strategies and managing substantial commercial loan portfolios, achieving significant revenue goals and improving asset quality. Educational credentials include a Master of Business Administration in Finance and a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, both from the University of Central Florida.