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The Community Bank Podcast

SouthState Correspondent Division
Organizational Culture
Community Banking
Chick-Fil-a
Leadership
Fintech
Community Banks
Interest Rates
Asset-Liability Management
Covid-19
Innovation
Raving Fans
Marketing
Federal Reserve
Keith Wilmot
Creativity
Employee Development
Business Strategy
Core Processing
Bank Mergers and Acquisitions
Economy

The podcast dedicated to helping community bankers grow themselves, their team, and their profits. Brought to you by the Correspondent Division of SouthState Bank.

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Latest Episodes

Today Chris Nichols sits down with Ryan Zacharia and Adam Aspes, partners at FINTOP. Returning after four years from their last appearance on our show, they discuss tokenization, AI, and the digital transformations banks are undergoing in an era of e... more

Today Joe Keating joins Tom Fitzgerald to reflect on where we left off in 2025 and discuss the economic outlook for 2026.

The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necess... more

Today we kick off 2026 by bringing back our friend Jeff Hancher to discuss the 3 types of feedback great leaders give to their teams.

The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and ... more

For our final show of 2025, we take a look back at some of our favorite episodes of the year. Thanks for listening!

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Recent Guests

Ron Shevlin
Research expert from Cornerstone Advisors
Cornerstone Advisors
Episode: Ron Shevlin on Why Community Banks are Getting Squeezed Out of Existence ... and What to Do About It
Frank Trotter
A longtime community banker and founder of EverBank, now launching Battle Bank.
Battle Bank
Episode: How Frank Trotter Raised $100M to Launch Battle Bank
Tim Elmore
Renowned author, speaker, and generational expert
Growing Leaders
Episode: Adapting Leadership Styles to Engage Gen Z with Tim Elmore
Steven Ramirez
Senior Partner at Beyond the Arc, a consulting firm with expertise in financial services and technology.
Beyond the Arc
Episode: Recapping Money 20/20 with Steven Ramirez
Elliot Eisenberg
World-class economist known for humor and insightful economic commentary
Eisenberg Associates
Episode: The State of the U.S. Economy with Dr. Elliot Eisenberg
Gwen Wertz
SVP of Retail Banking for Provident Bank
Provident Bank
Episode: Driving Deposit Growth with Gwen Wertz from Provident Bank
Alex Johnson
Sharp mind behind the newsletter Fintech Takes.
Fintech Takes
Episode: Navigating the New Frontier of Stablecoin with Alex Johnson
Mac Thompson
Founder and CEO of White Clay
White Clay
Episode: Unlocking Customer Profitability with Mac Thompson
Subodh Mathur
Economist and one of the creators of the UPI system in India
Episode: What Banks Can Learn About Payments from India's UPI

Host

Caleb Stevens
Host and marketing manager for SouthState Bank's Correspondent Division, known for discussions on community banking growth strategies, innovation, and leadership.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Essential Listening

    The single best source of wisdom for competing in banking—hands down!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ioncredit
    United States3 months ago
  • A value-packed resource!

    This podcast is a value-packed resource for community bankers! Tune in for engaging discussions around the current state of banking, actionable tips to improve your institution, and fantastic insights from top-tier guests. Highly recommend giving it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent show for community bankers

    I've known the folks over at CenterState's correspondent divsion for a long time and they do a great job of delivering value to community banks across the country. The first episode on culture was great and I'm looking forward to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kenneth Stevens14
    United States6 years ago

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Content is viewed as a crucial resource for community bankers seeking to improve operations and excel in their field.

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The 3 Types of Feedback Every Leader Must Give with Jeff Hancher
Q: How can a leader find the line between micromanagement and necessary feedback?
Leaders should focus on establishing clear expectations and trust with team members. Directive feedback is not micromanagement if it comes from a place of empowerment rather than control.
The 3 Types of Feedback Every Leader Must Give with Jeff Hancher
Q: How can a leader evaluate the quality of their feedback?
Leaders should ask themselves if their feedback led to clarity or confusion and if it resulted in ownership or defensiveness among team members. Furthermore, assessing behavior change can help leaders understand the effectiveness of their feedback.
2026 Banking Outlook with Anton Schutz
Q: What advice would you give to community bank CEOs for the next year?
Join the technology change, utilize new operational and compliance technologies, and consider the long-term value in M&A decisions.
2026 Banking Outlook with Anton Schutz
Q: Any thoughts on credit in 2026?
I think the media has made a big deal about non-bank financial institutions; however, banks are well underwritten.
2026 Banking Outlook with Anton Schutz
Q: What surprised you most about the banking landscape this year?
Overall, the year has gone as expected, with notable stock price performance and increased M&A activity.

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Content focuses on the challenges and opportunities facing community banking, emphasizing growth strategies, leadership development, and the importance of adopting new technologies. Episodes frequently feature discussions on financial innovations such as stablecoins, AI, and deposit strategies, making it a valuable resource for industry professionals looking to stay competitive. Guests typically include experts from various sectors, offering actionable insights and tips that can be applied directly to improve banking operations and connect meaningfully with customers.

This show is particularly noteworthy for its emphasis on the intersection of community banking and technology, discussing how smaller banks can leverage data and innovation t... more

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2. Frank Trotter
3. Tim Elmore
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