On January 15, 2016, David L. Bartlett retired as President and Chief Banking Officer of the Simmons First National Corporation and as Director of the Company and Simmons First National Bank. While Mr. Bartlett has agreed to make himself available for consultation as requested, he has elected not to enter into any formal relationship with the Company for continued service. On January 20, 2016, the Board of Directors of Simmons First National Corporation appointed Patrick A. Burrow to the position of Corporate Secretary.

Mr. Burrow also serves as Executive Vice President and General Counsel. J. Burton "Burt" Hicks, who previously served as Corporate Secretary, will assume the position of senior vice president and chief operating officer of wealth management and specialty lending in Simmons First National Bank.