Conway-based Home BancShares Inc. and wholly owned subsidiary Centennial Bank named John "Stephen" Tipton as chief operating officer Monday.
Tipton, who began his banking career in 2005 and joined the company in 2006, previously served as regional vice president at Centennial Bank.
John Allison, chairman of Home BancShares, said in a statement that Tipton's leadership experience will be "a tremendous asset as we expand our markets and capitalize on growth opportunities."
Before his regional vice president role, Tipton served as director of credit risk management.
"We are fortunate to have talented leaders to promote from within," Centennial Bank CEO and President Tracy French said. "Our continued growth has made it necessary for us to add to our executive management team, and Stephen's extensive industry experience and deep expertise in banking made him an ideal choice as chief operating officer."
Tipton received the Chairman's Award in 2012. He is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.