The Community Bank Podcast

This week we throw it back to an episode from last year on strategic planning with Steve Young, our Chief Strategy Officer at SouthState.  Steve pulls back the curtain on our strategic planning process and the 5 key areas we focus on at SouthState. Learn More About the ARC Program Here The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and...

Today we sit down with Carey Ransom, Founder of BankTech Ventures.  We talk about the exciting new developments in FinTech and what they mean for community banks.  BankTech Ventures partners with entrepreneurs who want to help transform the future of community banking by working with community banks to make them more efficient, competitive and compelling for the customers in the communities that t...

This week we sit down for a 3rd time with Long Langston, CEO and Founder of the Engaged Banker Experience.   We talk about the importance of communication, leading through change, why executives burnout, and why the best CEOs spend a lot of time alone.   Listen to previous episodes with Lon here: Creating an Engaged Culture with Lon Langston (2021) How to Scale Your Bank's Culture with Lon Langsto...

Today we speak with our own LeDon Jones, EVP & Director of Corporate Stewardship at SouthState. We talk about what it takes to develop the next generation of bankers, and how community banks can be intentional in the ways the invest in their communities.  The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent th...

This week Tom Fitzgerald and Lelia Coggins from SouthState|DuncanWilliams discuss the cost of waiting to bonds in the current economic environment. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees SouthState Bank, N.A. - Member FDIC

This week we sit down with Lindsay Greene from ExtraCo Consulting to discuss the latest trends in community banking.  We talk about video banking, the universal banker position, and how Lindsay is helping community banks grow and adapt.  The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState...

This week we throw it back to one of our favorite episodes with Lee Wetherington from Jack Henry. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees SouthState Bank, N.A. - Member FDIC  

This week we sit back down with Dee Ann Turner, author, speaker, and former VP of Talent for Chick-fil-A.  We dive into the war for talent, how remote work has changed the game, and what leaders can do to engage their frontline team members. BOOK A REFINANCE STRATEGY CALL WITH OUR TEAM HERE Listen to Our 2021 Interview with Dee Ann here The views, information, or opinions expressed during this sho...

This week we turn our attention back to the econmomy and bring on Joe Keating, a familiar guest and Co-Chief Investment Officer of NBC Securities.  The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees SouthState Bank, N.A. - Member FDIC

Today we return to the topic of cybersecurity with Jimmy Rider from DefenseStorm, a company that specializes in cybersecurity for banks and credit unions. Access the "Cybersecurity Readiness" Assessment Here  Access the 15-Minute Strategic Refinance Video Series Here The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily...

Today Chris Nichols, our Director of Capital Markets, sits down with Richard Buttermore from Paramount Financial Technologies.  Paramount Financial Technologies is a fintech corporation, and is the product of 20 years of first-hand experience working with regional and community banks.  Chris and Richard discuss how banks can leverage technology to increase the profitability of their treasury manag...

Today we sit down with Jack Hubbard, Managing Partner of The Modern Banker. With nearly 80,000 financial services professionals personally trained and coached, Jack is one of banking's most sought-after facilitators. An author, classroom instructor, and thought leader, his expertise and out-of-the-box thinking put him in great demand when the subject matter is social selling for bankers, bank-to-b...

Today Robert Biggs sits down with Jeff Zage, CEO of Financial Northeastern. They discuss the upward pressure on funding costs and how brokered deposits can play a key role in banks' balance sheet management. Claim Your Free Refinance Ebook Here The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of Sout...

This week we're throwing it back to one of our favorite episodes from last year featuring Glen Jackson from Jackson Spalding.  The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees.  SouthState Bank, N.A. - Member FDIC

Today we sit down with Neil Stevens, CEO of Oconee State Bank in Watkinsville, GA.  We discuss his new book, Leading Life on Life and how his is working to grow and develop the leaders at OSB. GET YOUR STRATEGIC REFINANCE EBOOK HERE The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank...

Today we speak with Mark Kanaly, Partner and Chair of the Financial Services and Products Group at Alston & Bird. We talk about the key trends that are defining the 2023 community banking landscape. Mark focuses on the representation of banks and other financial institutions. He assists these companies with private and public securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions, underwritings, corporate...

This week we sit down to discuss fintech partnerships with Jason Henrichs, CEO of Alloy Labs. The Alloy Labs Alliance is the only consortium that drives exponential growth for banks by leveraging powerful network effects. REQUEST YOUR COPY OF THE STRATEGIC REFINANCE EBOOK HERE The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not ne...

Today we sit down with Ed Kofman, our Managing Director of Loan Hedging.  We discuss trends in CRE and how to become a trusted advisor to your borrowers when it comes to refinancing strategies. GET YOUR FREE COPY OF OUR STRATEGIC REFINANCE EBOOK HERE The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those o...

This week we throw it back to one of our favorite episodes with David Salyers, former VP of Marketing for Chick-fil-A. VIEW AGENDA AND REGISTER FOR BMC 2023 The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees.  SouthState Bank, N.A. - Member FDIC

This week we sit down with Heath Fountain, CEO of Colony Bank in Fitzgerald, GA. We talk about Heath's journey to becoming a CEO, the importance of focusing both on relationships and technology, and how to invest in the next generation of bankers.   VIEW AGENDA AND REGISTER FOR BMC 2023 The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and...

Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Lauren Sparks, CEO and Founder of Agility Bank.   We talk about how she got the idea to start the bank, their status as an MDI, selling investors on the vision, building the team, and how they organized during Covid. VIEW AGENDA AND REGISTER FOR BMC 2023 The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants i...

Today Tom Fitzgerald and Roberts Biggs return to the topic of the bond portfolio and liquidity issues facing community financial institutions.   They also discuss the recent headlines and projections for the economy.   The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employ...

Today we sit down with Keith Ash, Managing Director of Payments for Strategic Resource Management (SRM). We discuss the ever-changing landscape of payments and the 5 trends that community banks should be watching. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees. ...

This week we're talking with Tim Leeds, VP of Growth for BizGift. We discuss the importance of aligning your sales and marketing teams to drive new business for your bank. VIEW AGENDA AND REGISTER FOR BMC 2023 The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees.  Sou...

This week Tom Fitzgerald from our Strategy group sits down with Joe Keating, Co-Chief Investment Officer of NBC Securities.  Joe is a frequent guest on the podcast and gives us his take on where the Fed will go next and his outlook for the broader economy.  VIEW AGENDA AND REGISTER FOR BMC 2023 The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants invo...