Eddie Newsom
SVP, Market Sales Director, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Banking Solutions Group @Bank of America Merrill Lynch
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WORK HISTORY
SVP, Market Sales Director, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Banking Solutions Group @Bank of America Merrill Lynch
GE
Leading a regional team of Wealth Management Banking Specialist across seven Southeast states, through collaborative partnerships with over 400 Financial Advisors, their Client Associates and other LOB Specialist. Delivering holistic Banking and Lending advice and recommendations with a high tech high touch white glove approach to client care experience for high net worth and ultra high net worth Merrill clients. Executing strong cross-functional strategic and tactical player across multiple business lines with clear communication skills at all business verticals delivering greater than expected outcomes.
EDUCATION
Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management
Non-Degree Program, Industrial Labor Management
Expert Rating Personal Trainer Certification
CPT, Certified Personal Trainer
Arsenal Technical H.S.
M/A, General Studies, Architectural Drafting, Auto Mechanics
Kaplan University
Formerly held Series 6, 63, SIE, Life & Health, Specialty Products, FINRA Registered Investment
ABOUT EDDIE NEWSOM
A seasoned leader with experience across diverse sectors, I have a proven track record of driving success in large organizations across multi‑state territories. My expertise spans Wealth Management, Private and Retail Banking, Mortgage, and Consumer Lending. I consistently deliver on revenue and risk targets through strategic leadership, collaboration, and investing in human capital. My career has been rooted in elevating client experience, developing high‑performing teams, and driving consistent growth across deposits, lending, investments, and insurance partnerships.I specialize in transforming underperforming markets, scaling new business models, and building strong cross‑functional partnerships across banking, lending, investments, planning, and risk. My leadership style is coaching‑centric, people‑first, and grounded in operational excellence and disciplined execution.Across Bank of America Merrill Lynch, SunTrust/Truist, PNC, and Wells Fargo, I’ve led teams through significant change, delivered top‑tier performance, and strengthened the Wealth Management Banking value proposition for ultra-high net worth clients. I’m known for creating cultures of accountability, collaboration, and high performance—while ensuring strong risk management, responsible growth and compliance standards.Core Strengths: Wealth Management and Premier Banking and Lending Leadership • Affluent Client Strategy • Multi‑State Sales Management • Talent Acquisition & Development • Deposit & Lending Growth • Investment & Insurance Partnerships • Salesforce CRM & Practice Management Optimization • Risk & Compliance Governance • Cross‑Functional Collaboration • Change Leadership • Data hygiene • AI Utilization Advisory & Board Roles• Black Professionals Group, Bank of America• Collaborative Mentor, Bank of America• Board of Visitors, Emory University• Board Advisor, Athletes2Leaders• Ex Officio Board Chair, NW Family YMCA• Regional Advisory Board, Metro Atlanta YMCA• Board Chair, Sean Costello Fund for Bipolar Research• Budget & Finance Board Chair, SunTrust D&I Network• Chair, Professional Development, African American Network, Wells Fargo Bank Awards & Recognition• 2021 Valiant Award Winner, Bank of America • Ed Newsom Board Development Award, NW Family YMCA • Greg Jones Christian Leadership Award, NW Family YMCA • 2017 Volunteer of the Year, Atlanta YMCA
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