Episode 105
Episode 105 Ron Butler, Texas Bankers Association Chairman In this episode of Banking Matters, host Elizabeth Holtrop interviews Ron Butler, Chairman of the Texas Bankers Association. They discuss Butler’s extensive background in banking, his involvement with TBA, the importance of advocacy and storytelling in banking, and the critical role of community engagement. Butler emphasizes the…
Episode 104
Episode 104 Susannah Marshall, Arkansas State Bank Commissioner In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, speaks with Susannah Marshall, the Arkansas State Bank Commissioner, about her journey in banking, the current challenges facing the industry, and the future of banking. They discuss the importance of community banks, the impact of regulatory changes, and…
Episode 103
Episode 103 Jan Mills, President, First National Bank of Winnsboro In this episode of Banking Matters, host Elizabeth Holtrop interviews Jan Mills as she concludes her 2024-2025 term as chairman of the Texas Bankers Association (TBA). They discuss Jan’s leadership journey, the priorities she set during her term, and the challenges faced by community banks…
Episode 102
Episode 102 Sarah Maldonado, Vice President of Human Resources at the Texas Bankers Association In this eye-opening episode of Banking Matters, Amanda Mattson sits down with Sarah Maldonado, Vice President of Human Resources at the Texas Bankers Association. They explore how banks can stay competitive in today’s rapidly evolving workplace. The conversation also unpacks what…
Episode 101
Episode 101 Jon Waldman, President and Co-Founder, SBS CyberSecurity/SBS Institute In this must-listen episode of Banking Matters, Amanda Mattson speaks with with Jon Waldman, co-founder and president of SBS Cybersecurity. They unpack the rise of AI in the banking world, and how it’s arming both cybercriminals and cybersecurity defenders alike. They also discuss the top…
Episode 100
Episode 100 Chris Furlow, President and CEO, Texas Bankers Association In this landmark interview marking the 100th episode of Banking Matters, host Elizabeth Holtrop interviews Chris Furlow, President and CEO of the Texas Bankers Association. They discuss the current landscape of banking, including TBA’s litigation efforts against regulatory overreach, legislative initiatives to support community banks…
Episode 99
Episode 99 Charlene Heydinger, president of the Texas PACE Authority In this episode of Banking Matters, host Elizabeth Holtrop engages with Charlene Heydinger, president of the Texas PACE Authority, to discuss the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program and similar types of financing across the USA. They discuss how this type of program facilitates financing…
Episode 98
Episode 98 John Ortega, G. Ortega Law In this episode, host Elizabeth Holtrop speaks with John Ortega of G. Ortega Law, based in Houston. John shares his journey from a high school job as a bank teller to his current work spanning the banking and legal sectors. He discusses the importance of relationships in banking,…
Episode 97
Episode 97 Olga Gladkova, Northwest Bank In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, speaks with Olga Gladkova, a BSA officer at Northwest Bank. They discuss Olga’s journey into BSA/AML compliance, her daily responsibilities, the structure of her department, and the challenges faced in the banking sector. Olga shares insights on implementing a new…
Episode 96
Episode 96 Brien O’Connor, Bankers Insurance Agency In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, speaks with Brien O’Connor about the intricacies of Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance, emphasizing its importance for banks. He explains the purpose of D&O insurance, the differences between various policies, and the coverage provided to employees and the bank…
Episode 95
Episode 95 Kristina Cunningham, Origin Bank In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, speaks with Kristina Cunningham, Senior Legal Counsel and Senior Vice President at Origin Bank. They discuss Kristina’s unconventional career path in banking, the importance of understanding powers of attorney, guardianships, and trusts, and the legal complexities involved in these areas….
Episode 94
Episode 94 Elizabeth Holtrop, Compliance Alliance In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley welcomes a new cohost, Elizabeth Holtrop. They discuss Elizabeth’s journey into the world of compliance and community banking. They explore the importance of compliance in supporting community banks, the challenges faced by compliance officers, and the need for effective communication…
Episode 93
Episode 93 Brien O’Conner, Bankers Insurance Agency In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, speaks with Brien O’Connor, President of Bankers Insurance Agency. They discuss Brien’s journey into the insurance world and how he landed as an insurance adviser for the financial services industry. The conversation highlights the most important insurance policies for…
Episode 92
Episode 92 Winnie Ling, Blend Laura Benson interviews Winnie Ling, General Counsel and Head of Legal and Head of People at Blend, discussing the evolution of banking technology, particularly focusing on Remote Online Notarization (RON). Winnie explains Blend’s mission to simplify banking processes through technology, the various methods of notarization, and the significant benefits of…
Episode 91
Episode 91 Ginger Devine, Citizens First Bank In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, speaks with Ginger Devine, Senior Vice President and Chief Risk Officer at Citizens First Bank. They discuss the importance of third party risk management, the evolution of vendor management, and the challenges faced in retrieving information from vendors. Ginger…
Episode 90
Episode 90 Emily Beam, Cyber Risk Institute In this conversation, Emily Beam, Senior Vice President of the Cyber Risk Institute, discusses the organization’s role in standardizing cybersecurity practices within financial services. She explains how the Cyber Risk Institute was formed, its compliance profile, and how it helps financial institutions navigate regulatory requirements. The conversation also…
Episode 89
Episode 89 Brad Koehn, Midwest Bank In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, interviews Brad Koehn, regional president of Midwest Bank and Chair of the Nebraska Bankers Association, to discuss the current state of agriculture and its impact on the banking industry. Brad shares insights from his extensive banking career, highlighting the challenges…
Episode 88
Episode 88 Kathy Kraninger, Florida Bankers Association In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, continues her conversation with Kathy Kraninger, president and CEO of the Florida Bankers Association, about her transition from public service to the private banking sector. They discuss the challenges and gaps in the regulatory environment, the importance of understanding…
Episode 87
Episode 87 Kathy Kraninger, Florida Bankers Association In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, speaks with Kathy Kraninger, president and CEO of the Florida Bankers Association, about her transition from public service to the private banking sector. They discuss the challenges and gaps in the regulatory environment, the importance of understanding banking economics,…
Episode 86
Episode 86 Steven Ross, Compliance Hub In this episode of Banking Matters, host Laura Benson speaks with Steven Ross, a compliance officer at Compliance Hub. They discuss Steven’s journey into banking, the extensive range of tools available for member banks, and the processes involved in maintaining and creating these resources. The conversation highlights the importance…
Episode 85
Episode 85 Jefferson Sorley, Compliance Hub In this episode, Jefferson Sorley, the Director of Reviews and Products at Compliance Hub, shares his journey into the compliance field, discussing the importance of mentorship and the challenges faced in compliance roles, especially in smaller banks. He provides insights into the review and product processes at Compliance Hub,…
Episode 84
Episode 84 Amy Heaslet, Tennessee Bankers Association In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, speaks with Amy Heaslet, Executive Vice President and General Counsel at the Tennessee Bankers Association. They discuss Amy’s journey into banking, the pressing issue of elder financial exploitation, and the legislative measures taken in Tennessee to combat this growing…
Episode 83
Episode 83 David Boneno, Louisiana Bankers Association In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley speaks with David Boneno, general counsel to the Louisiana Bankers Association, about the growing issue of check fraud and the legislative measures being taken to combat it. They discuss the alarming rise in check fraud incidents, the importance of…
Episode 82
Episode 82 Carrie Gilbert, Blue Sky Bank In this episode of Bank Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley and Carrie Gilbert, BSA officer of Blue Sky Bank, discuss the complexities of banking marijuana-related businesses (MRBs) under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). They explore the outdated guidance from federal regulators, the challenges of aligning state and federal regulations,…
Episode 81
Episode 81 Russ Horn, CoNetrix In this episode of Banking Matters, host, Linsey Hugueley, interviews Russ Horn, a cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of experience in the banking industry. They discuss the evolution of cybersecurity in banking, focusing on the FFIEC Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (CAT) and its impending sunset. Russ explains the importance of…