C. Randall Sims, a University of Arkansas graduate, served as the CEO of Home BancShares for a decade, leading the bank in significant growth and acquisitions. During his time, the bank achieved record net income and was named one of...

C. Randall Sims, a University of Arkansas graduate, served as the CEO of Home BancShares for a decade, leading the bank in significant growth and acquisitions. During his time, the bank achieved record net income and was named one of the best banks in America by Forbes. Notably, Sims played a crucial role in the successful acquisition of several banks, dramatically expanding Home BancShares’ reach. In 2019, he took on a new role as Vice Chairman while remaining CEO, receiving a total compensation of $500,554 that year. Interestingly, in his final year, Sims was recognized for his contributions with a special $200,000 bonus. After retiring in November 2019, he left a legacy of steady growth and strong financial performance. Not just a number guy, Sims also saw impressive stock values, with personal holdings peaking at $10.03 million in May 2021. His leadership was marked by a clear focus on performance metrics and shareholder interests. It’s safe to say that Sims’ influence shaped the modern landscape of Home BancShares, steering it toward greater heights in the banking industry.

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3. Insider Trading

4. Compensation History

5. Other Home BancShares CEOs

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C. Randall Sims

Ex-CEO of Home BancShares

Education

University of Arkansas

Field of Expertise

Finance & Banking - Banking

Sector of Economy

Financial Services

Born

January 1, 1959 - 66 years ago

CEO of Home BancShares for

10 years 3 months (Jul 2009 - Nov 2019)

Previous Experience

Chief Executive Officer and President of Centennial Bank

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of C. Randall Sims

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Richard M. Adams, Jr.

CEO of United Bankshares

2023 Compensation

Stock

$609.36K

Salary

$1.00M

Bonus

$1.09M

Other

$59.30K

Total Holdings

$6.01M

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Chang M. Liu

CEO of Cathay General Bancorp

2023 Compensation

Stock

$5.13M

Salary

$920.00K

Bonus

$784.60K

Other

$16.50K

Total Holdings

$137.68K

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George A. Makris, Jr.

CEO of Simmons First National

2022 Compensation

Stock

$2.30M

Salary

$887.62K

Bonus

$40.21K

Other

$146.36K

Total Holdings

$26.21M

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Vincent J. Delie, Jr.

CEO of F.N.B. Corporation

2023 Compensation

Stock

$11.00M

Salary

$1.19M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$649.18K

Total Holdings

$24.80M

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Joseph S. Exnicios

CEO of Hancock Whitney Corporation

2023 Compensation

Stock

$265.86K

Salary

$553.84K

Bonus

$383.43K

Other

$67.08K

Total Holdings

$2.37M

Holdings

See how much did C. Randall Sims make over time.

C. Randall Sims had a remarkable portfolio that reflected his success at Home BancShares. His personal holdings saw a steady increase, peaking at $10.03 million in May 2021, which was a reflection of the robust bank performance under his leadership....

C. Randall Sims had a remarkable portfolio that reflected his success at Home BancShares. His personal holdings saw a steady increase, peaking at $10.03 million in May 2021, which was a reflection of the robust bank performance under his leadership. Throughout his tenure, Sims' financial security fluctuated, but consistently remained impressive, highlighting his strong grip on managing both the bank's growth and his own investments. By 2019, just before his retirement, his holdings were valued at around $7.01 million. After retiring in late 2019, he had the opportunity to witness how his early leadership decisions paid off as his holdings maintained a significant value throughout 2020 and beyond, showcasing both the bank's growth and Sims' foresight in the banking field.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

HOMB @ $28.36

Total Stock Sold

$3.28M

HOMB

$3.28M

274,390.243 HOMB shares

What if they kept their stock?

If C. Randall Sims didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra HOMB274,390.243 shares worth $3.83M.
This is 16.86% and $553.16K more than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

HOMB

3,100 shares

HOMB

Recent Charitable Transactions

HOMB

2,500 shares

HOMB

Jul 19, 2018

Charity

HOMB

300 shares

HOMB

Dec 31, 2014

Charity

Insider Trading

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HOMB

10,000 shares

HOMB

Jul 19, 2018

Received

HOMB

2,500 shares

HOMB

Jul 19, 2018

Charity

HOMB

$289.40K

HOMB at $28.50/share

Dec 12, 2016

Sale

HOMB

$1.48M

HOMB at $25.44/share

Nov 14, 2016

Sale

HOMB

$174.40K

HOMB at $43.60/share

Oct 23, 2015

Sale

HOMB

$95.68K

HOMB at $39.90/share

Aug 4, 2015

Sale

HOMB

$1.67M

HOMB at $39.73/share

Jul 30, 2015

Sale

HOMB

$539.79K

HOMB at $33.71/share

Mar 12, 2015

Sale

HOMB

300 shares

HOMB

Dec 31, 2014

Charity

HOMB

$303.32K

HOMB at $32.16/share

Dec 14, 2012

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did C. Randall Sims make over time.

C. Randall Sims’ compensation mirrored his strong leadership at Home BancShares. In 2019, his total earnings were $500,554, which included a salary of $447,485 and a notable $200,000 special bonus for stepping into the Vice Chairman role. This was a significant increase from previous years, as he received $606,717 in 2014, when he was recognized for his exceptional contributions during a peak acquisition period. His compensation steadily increased over the years, signaling how his efforts consistently aligned with the bank's considerable growth. The bank's commitment to performance-based rewards can be seen through Sims' bonuses tied to significant achievements, such as the completion of key acquisitions and record net income milestones. All this underscores a strong compensation philosophy focused on performance, aligning management interests with shareholders, which was key to the bank’s success under his leadership.

Year

2019

Total Compensation

$500.55K

Salary

$447.49K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy aims to attract and retain key management, motivate high performance, and align management with shareholder interests.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No annual cash bonus was awarded to Mr. Sims for 2019 as he retired in November 2019. A special bonus of $200,000 was paid in April 2019 in connection with his appointment as Vice Chairman of the Board and Executive Chairman of the bank subsidiary.

Other

$53.07K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes 401(k) contributions and income realized from restricted stock dividends.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock awards vested in 2019 as Mr. Sims did not receive any stock awards that year.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining compensation included the company's financial performance and individual contributions to operational achievements.

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John W. Allison

CEO of Home BancShares

November 2019 - Present