Synovus Financial Corp. is a financial services company based in Columbus, Georgia, with approximately $60 billion in assets. It provides a wide range of services including commercial and retail banking, investment, mortgage services, private banking, treasury management, wealth management, and more across Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, and Tennessee[1][3][5]. ### History Synovus was founded in 1888 as Columbus Bank and Trust Company. Its origins trace back to a textile mill where workers' savings were secured in the company vault, leading to the establishment of banking services for employees. Over the years, Synovus has grown through numerous acquisitions, including 35 banks across several states[1]. ### Services and Operations - Branches and ATMs: Synovus operates through 244 branches and offers services across five states[3]. - Branding Transition: In 2018, Synovus completed a brand transition from multiple local brands to a single Synovus brand, enhancing its regional presence and financial capabilities[2]. - Acquisitions: Notably, Synovus acquired FCB Financial Holdings, Inc., owner of Florida Community Bank, in January 2019 for $2.9 billion[1]. ### Recognition Synovus has been recognized as a Great Place to Work and was named the "Most Reputable Bank" by American Banker and the Reputation Institute in 2017[2][5].