In this episode, Heath Fountain, CEO of Colony Bank, delves into the world of community banking and how Colony Bank has navigated growth and innovation amidst the current economic uncertainty.
He discusses the importance of incorporating technology to create efficiency for the bank and better experiences for customers, the need to redefine community beyond geographical boundaries, and the role of community banks in revitalizing rural areas. Heath also highlights the value of personal touches and ease of doing business that community banks provide in comparison to national and regional banks. Additionally, he shares insights into his strategic planning process, leadership perspectives, and personal habits for growth and development.
Heath has built a culture that attracts and retains talent, and creates a desire to compete and win in serving customers and building a future-oriented bank.
Thanks to show sponsor, BankTech Ventures.
Data-Driven Banking Strategies & Competitive Edge - Brian Bauer, CEO of Revio
Knowing Your Partners: Fintech & Banks - Adam Shapiro, Partner & Co-founder of Klaros Group
Better Risk Management For Community Banks - Michael Berman, Founder & CEO of NContracts
Growing the Pie Bigger in Venture Capital - Winter Mead, Founder & CEO at Coolwater
Better Together: Illinois Community Banks Collaborate - Mike Kelley (CBSC) & Kraig Lounsberry (CBAI)
A New Day For Bank Cores, Embracing Collaboration - Tara Schultz, SVP Strategy at CSI
Emerging as a VC Manager from a Community - Amber Illig, General Partner at The Council
Keys to Community Bank Tech Innovation - Sean Willett, CAO of Five Star Bank
Next Generation Family Banking - Kristin Marcuccilli, President of STAR Financial Group
Wholesale Finance Innovation for Banks - John Mizzi, Founder & CEO of Vero Technologies
Challenging How Early Startups Build - Zac Lyons, Managing Partner at Agile Innovation Advisors
Community Banks Will Still Thrive - Brad Bolton, CEO of Community Spirit Bank, and Immediate Past Chairman of ICBA
New Approaches to Talent & Culture in Banks - Samantha Berg, CHRO of Choice Bank
Staying Ahead of the Tech Curve in Community Banking - Greg Ohlendorf, President & CEO of First Community Bank
Cyber Governance & Risk Management Success - Zach Duke, Founder & CEO of Finosec
Driving Change in Trucking Insurance - Ian White, Co-founder & CEO of Koffie Financial
Making Waves: A Founder’s Journey - Jacob Ruytenbeek, Founder & CEO of SailPlan
When Passion Meets a Market Need - Nicky Senyard, Co-founder & CEO of Fintel Connect
Launching a Startup within a Bank - Nathan Baumeister, Co-founder & CEO of ZSuite
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