Fifth Third Bancorp announced Steve Davis as Michigan region president to lead the bank’s expanded Michigan presence.
David Girodat and Tom Welch will serve as region chairs, working closely alongside Davis to support growth, strategic priorities and integration.
Following the recently completed merger with Comerica, Fifth Third is now the No. 1 retail deposit holder in Michigan and Detroit. Customers of both banks will benefit from significantly increased branch access in Michigan, with Fifth Third and Comerica customers gaining access to approximately 45% and 60% more branches, respectively. Together, the new Fifth Third will build upon Comerica’s 176-year banking legacy in Detroit and across Michigan.
“Our regional model has long been a core strength of Fifth Third because it keeps us deeply connected to our clients and communities,” said Tom Partridge, group regional president. “With greater scale in the critical Michigan market, we’re positioned to deliver even more value to those we serve. Steve brings extensive experience serving clients and leading high-performing teams. David’s and Tom’s expertise and ambassadorship will be essential as we combine two strong, long-tenured franchises and build a more dynamic and innovative bank. I’m confident we have the vision, discipline and growth potential to serve Michigan with greater momentum than ever before.”
As Michigan region president, Davis will oversee the strategic direction and growth of Fifth Third’s commercial banking, wealth and asset managements and commercial payments businesses across markets in Michigan.
“As we integrate our teams, our shared commitment to building long-lasting relationships will drive growth and innovation,” Davis said. “The opportunity to bring together our strengths and blend talent will further our impact across the state, and I am honored to lead this work to help our customers and communities succeed.”
Davis previously served as Comerica Bank Michigan market president since 2022 and has over 33 years of experience in the financial services industry after joining Comerica in 1992 as a credit analyst. As market president Davis led Comerica’s business and community engagement throughout the state in addition to his role in providing leadership for Middle Market and Business Banking teams.
During his career, Davis has held various lending and management positions of increasing responsibility and scope. Most recently, Davis served as Director, Middle Market Banking and President of Comerica Leasing Corporation while managing a multibillion-dollar commitment portfolio.
Davis earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration and an MBA in finance from Michigan State University. He currently serves as a board member of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, the Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce, the College for Creative Studies, the Detroit Economic Club, Business Leaders of Michigan, The United Way of Southeast Michigan, Advisory Board for MSU Broad School of Business, Detroit Athletic Club Foundation Board, the Leadership Circle for the Detroit Regional Partnership and the CATCH Board of Trustees.
