Moni Collins is a seasoned energy finance executive with over 20 years of experience managing complex financial transactions, credit structures, and strategic partnerships across the energy and financial services sectors. As Senior Vice President at First Horizon Bank, she manages an $800 million portfolio of upstream and midstream private and private equity-backed companies, delivering capital solutions that drive growth and long-term value. Moni’s expertise in structured finance, risk assessment, and strategic advisory makes her an invaluable asset to organizations seeking financial leadership and governance in the energy and financial sectors.

Core Expertise

• Energy Finance & Private Equity: Extensive experience structuring credit facilities, syndicated financing, and risk mitigation strategies for private equity-backed and mid- market energy companies.

• Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory: Proven ability to assess, structure, and close complex energy finance deals, including M&A financing, asset divestitures, and debt restructuring.

• Institutional Banking & Treasury Management: Expertise in cross-selling financial solutions, including treasury management, equipment finance, and interest rate derivatives.

• Regulatory & Risk Management: Deep knowledge of federal financial regulations, risk assessment models, and compliance strategies from prior roles in government financial oversight.

• Leadership & Mentorship: Committed to developing talent and fostering diversity in finance, serving as a mentor and leader within First Horizon Bank’s Women’s Initiative and Diversity & Inclusion Council.

  
  

Impact Potential

As a board member, Moni will:

• Drive financial strategy and governance, leveraging her expertise in corporate finance, risk management, and capital markets.

• Expand capital access and investment opportunities by advising on private equity strategies, debt structures, and financial partnerships.

• Enhance Internal initiatives, applying her leadership experience in institutional programs.

• Support strategic M&A decisions, ensuring financial stability and alignment with long- term business goals.

  
  

Key Achievements

• Energy Finance Leadership: Managed an $800MM portfolio across upstream and midstream energy sectors, securing financing solutions for private equity-backed companies.

• Industry Recognition: Named a 2025 Influential Women in Energy honoree by Hart Energy.

• Top Performer: First Horizon Bank Diamond Circle inductee (2022-2024) for top revenue production.

• M&A & Structured Finance: Led First Horizon Bank’s first energy syndicated deal and has contributed to multiple $1 billion+ syndications for independent oil and gas companies.

• Public Sector Financial Leadership: Held key financial oversight roles at the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB), NASA, and the Department of Transportation, driving budget strategy and compliance for multi-million-dollar federal programs.

Personal Connection

Moni’s passion for financial innovation and strategic investment is matched by her commitment to leadership development, DEI initiatives, and energy finance. A graduate of Rice University’s Jones Graduate School of Business (MBA, Finance) and Texas A&M University (BBA, Finance, cum laude), she actively mentors emerging financial professionals and contributes to industry organizations, including the Women’s Energy Network and Houston Energy Finance Group.