/24-7PressRelease/ - Atlanta, GA, August 10, 2008, W. Lamar Chesney, Executive Vice President of SunTrust Banks, Inc., has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who for demonstrating exceptional achievement, dedication, leadership and excellence in all aspects of business management.

With more than 35 years of professional experience, Mr. Chesney excels in finance and treasury operations management, strategic planning, securities reporting, financial reporting and accounting, strategic sourcing, risk management, litigation management, real estate, information systems, and business restructuring. Prior to joining SunTrust Banks, he held senior executive positions in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, professional services, consumer products, and energy. He attributes his success to clarity of purpose, dedication, persistence, and leadership competencies.

Mr. Chesney, a Certified Public Accountant, graduated magna cum laude from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor's Degree in Finance in 1971. He is affiliated with the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants, the Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Financial Executives International. He is a former board member of the Foundation for Medically Fragile Children and a former chairman of Yes-Atlanta, Youth Experiencing Success. He aspires to be involved in any effort that allows him to build strategies, organizations and leaders.

About Cambridge Who's Who
Cambridge Who's Who is an exclusive membership organization that recognizes and empowers executives, professionals and entrepreneurs throughout the world. From healthcare to law, engineering to finance, manufacturing to education, every major industry is represented by its 250,000 active members.

Cambridge Who's Who membership provides individuals with a valuable third party endorsement of their accomplishments and gives them the tools needed to brand themselves and their businesses effectively. In addition to publishing biographies in print and electronic form, Cambridge Who's Who offers an online networking platform where members can establish new business relationships and achieve career advancement within their company, industry or profession.

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Cambridge Who's Who is the fastest-growing publisher of executive, professional and entrepreneur biographies in the world today. Our accomplished members and extensive online database make Cambridge Who's Who a premier resource for networking.

The Cambridge mission is to deliver its members the recognition and competitive edge needed to network and do business effectively. Inclusion in the registry is an honor limited to individuals who have demonstrated leadership and achievement in their industry and occupation. The registry is distributed exclusively to our members around the world, making it the ideal vehicle for you to use to position yourself and your company.

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