John A. Allison IV held a significant amount of shares in BB&T, with about 625,070 shares beneficially owned and nearly 1.9 million shares potentially available through stock options. His ownership stake peaked at around 1.9 million shares, making up a...

John A. Allison IV held a significant amount of shares in BB&T, with about 625,070 shares beneficially owned and nearly 1.9 million shares potentially available through stock options. His ownership stake peaked at around 1.9 million shares, making up a large part of his wealth, but has since been reduced due to his retirement from executive roles. As of 2009, after stepping down, he was still a substantial owner, reflecting his commitment to the company he led for nearly two decades. This financial commitment indicated his confidence in BB&T's growth and stability during his tenure.