John Giegerich

John Giegerich is a dynamic financial services executive and sales leader with a record of successfully growing multiple business units while assisting private and public companies access commercial and investment banking products.  He most recently led the Atlanta Bank for BB&T as Market President – John also served as Atlanta Market President for BBVA Compass.  He capped his 21-year SunTrust career by leading Middle Market Banking as Executive Vice President.  Prior leadership roles included Managing Director and Head of Structured Products (Asset Securitization) and Group Head and Managing Director for Media and Communications.  John is known for his positive attitude and entrepreneurial mindset. He is active in the community with multiple Board leadership roles.

Career Achievements
John’s skill as a transformational leader and coach drove his successful 30-year career in Financial Services.  He is a highly effective communicator with expertise in executing growth strategies while balancing risk.  He successfully led units through crisis management plans after the telecom meltdown and the Financial Crisis that led to the Great Recession.  He has a proven ability to drive revenue and profit growth by developing innovative strategies, attracting talent, motivating teams, managing cost, driving operational efficiencies, and facilitating cooperation among diverse coalitions within organizations. 

Community Activities
John is a community leader and assists organizations through Board Governance and Fundraising.  His primary passions are military veterans, disadvantaged children, and animal rescue.  Current and recent roles include:

• Quality Care for Children – Board of Directors (In-coming Chair, Treasurer)
• PAWS Atlanta – Board of Directors (Treasurer)
• Veterans Empowerment Group (VEO) – Lighthouse Project and Bourbon Fundraisers

Banking and Coaching
Banking is a noble profession and I am thankful I made a career out of assisting individuals and companies accomplish their goals and dreams.  I am also grateful for the opportunity to lead so many high-performing teams – I enjoyed assisting teammates to learn, grow and improve as we celebrated success and learned from mistakes.  Executive Coaching allows me to continue following my dual passions of helping individuals and companies achieve success.