In this episode of Banking on Community, Jeff talks with Mayor Kara King who discusses her background and leadership in the city of Bee Cave. She shares her journey from being a teacher to becoming involved in local politics and eventually becoming mayor. The conversation covers topics such as the challenges of managing growth and traffic in the city, the need for affordable housing, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the city's plans and finances. Mayor King emphasizes the importance of...
Sep 25, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Matt Andersen, CEO of Westlake Securities, shares his expertise in finance and mergers and acquisitions. He discusses the tailored approach his company takes when advising different-sized companies, overlaying past experiences with success, and treating clients the way they would want to be treated. He also talks about the challenges and opportunities in the financial world, including the tightening of the banking sector, the private credit markets, and the complexity of regulatory changes. Matt...
Aug 28, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Erik Qualman, a bestselling author and keynote speaker, discusses his background and the impact of socialnomics and AI on various industries. He shares the story behind Equalman, his iconic green glasses, and the importance of embracing uniqueness. Qualman explains the concept of "socialnomics" and how it has been used by organizations like NASA and the National Guard. He also discusses the future of AI and its potential to revolutionize education and search engines. Qualman emphasizes the need ...
Jul 31, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Dr. Jimmy Rowland and Dr. Jordan Tittle, co-owners of Helix Physical Therapy and Chiropractic, share their journey of starting their own business in Austin, Texas. They met while working at a training facility and realized the need for an interdisciplinary approach to sports medicine. They decided to open their own practice in the West Austin area, where there was a lack of customized care and convenience for patients. They started with a small room and have since expanded to a larger facility. ...
Jun 26, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Michael Krajicek, founder and CEO of Atreyu Running Company, shares his insights on achieving extraordinary results in business and life. He discusses the values of curiosity, simplicity, and hard work that shape his approach to business. Michael also talks about the inception of Atreyu and the importance of community engagement in the Austin running community. He emphasizes the significance of having a mentor, making mistakes, and the power of sobriety in personal and professional growth. Honor...
May 29, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Melissa Keller is the founder of the Abigail E. Keller Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports terminally ill or medically complex children and their families. The foundation's mission is to change the narrative around hospice care for children and help families cherish their time with their loved ones. Melissa shares her personal journey of caring for her daughter, Abby, who had multiple health issues. After Abby passed away, Melissa and her team started the foundation and have been...
Apr 24, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Jeff interviews Chris Ragland, the founder and CEO of Ragland Capital. They discuss Chris's entrepreneurial journey, including his ventures in real estate, private credit, hospitality, and technology. Chris shares his experiences in expanding his business to Jackson, Mississippi, and Mexico City. They also talk about the challenges in today's investment market and the pilot shortage in the aviation industry. Chris discusses his restaurant ventures in Austin and his future plans in investing. The...
Mar 26, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Mason, CEO and President, and Christina, Controller and CFO of Kerbey Lane Cafe, join the podcast to discuss their journey of owning and operating Kerbey Lane Cafe. The cafe, which started in 1980, has grown into an iconic Austin business known for caring service, wholesome food at reasonable prices, and active community involvement. Together, they emphasize the importance of family values, flexibility, and a long-term outlook in running a family-owned business. Highlighting adapting, switching ...
Dec 07, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Today, we're thrilled to have Lyn Graft as our guest. Lyn is the chief story officer at Shared, the founder of Storytelling for Entrepreneurs, and the author of the best-selling book "Start with the Story: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Using Story to Grow Your Business." Over the last 18 years, Lynn has filmed and shared the stories of over 1000 entrepreneurs, produced over 1000 videos, TV shows, and web series, and worked with clients from CNBC to Microsoft and Dell. Pretty impressive. Lynn has f...
Nov 01, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 10
EGBI's mission revolves around nurturing emerging and existing businesses, particularly those led by historically economically disadvantaged individuals in the Greater Austin region. Larissa Davila delves into her professional journey, the importance of community engagement, and the unique facets of EGBI that set it apart in the world of business development. Join Jeff and Larissa as they discuss the pivotal role of EGBI in supporting the growth and success of small businesses in the Greater Aus...
Sep 22, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 9
With a career spanning over two decades, Jimmy shares insights into his journey into the realm of law, the ethos behind Evans Family Law Group, and the passion that drives him to make a tangible difference in the lives of families and the community at large. Strategic solutions for real life from people like you. Visit us today! https://www.keystone.bank/ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the view of Keystone...
Aug 31, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Once per season, Jeff Wilkinson sits down with a few of Keystone Bank's summer interns to discuss their experience, mentors, lessons learned and more. Strategic solutions for real life from people like you. Visit us today! https://www.keystone.bank/ The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the view of Keystone Bank or its employees.
Aug 18, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode, host Jeff Wilkinson sits down with Chris Crowley, Keystone Bank’s new Sr. Vice President, Austin Market Executive! As a fifth-generation Austinite, Chris provides valuable insights into the evolving local business community. During the podcast, Chris and Jeff discuss the challenges faced by small businesses in Austin today and how community banks like Keystone can help address them. Tune in to this episode to gain a deeper understanding of why Austin businesses need a banker, no...
Jul 26, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson interviews Daniella Rosa, the founder of AIEA Golf. Together, they explore how AIEA Golf is reshaping the golf industry through its innovative approach to fashion, technology, and Web3 integration. Daniella shared how she found and focused on an untapped market and launched AIEA Golf in 2022, revolutionizing women's golf apparel and creating inclusive community experiences. Tune in to gain insights into the transformative i...
Jun 21, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Today host Jeff Wilkinson is joined by Brittany B. Moore, the founder and visionary behind B. Moore Organized. Prepare to be captivated as Brittany shares her fascinating journey in building a thriving business and creating a remarkable ecosystem. Tune in as she shares how to cultivate an exceptional team culture, master the art of scaling your business, and perhaps even ignite the spark to get organized in your own life! Strategic solutions for real life from people like you. Visit us today! ht...
Jun 07, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson sits down with Stephen Shang, the CEO and co-founder of Falcon Structures, to discuss the company's success as the leading manufacturer of shipping container-based structures. Stephen shares his insights on his love-based leadership approach that has created a positive work culture and fostered a loyal team. Join Stephen and Jeff as they discuss how Falcon Structures is addressing some of the world's biggest problems, such ...
May 04, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson interviews Julie Jumonville - Partner and co-founder of The Geyser Group, a privately held commercial real estate investment and development firm headquartered in Austin, TX. Julie shares that the work she has done throughout her career has been driven by the currency of helping people, always asking how businesses can be better to better their community. Tune in to learn more about how entrepreneurship can drive change in ...
Mar 29, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson is joined by the Founder and CEO of Werq, Ilana Zivkovich. Werq is an executive coaching and strategic leadership advisory firm headquartered in Austin, TX. Illana shared how the Werq team operates across industries with CEOs and their teams to create ripples of impact by revolutionizing leadership. Join Illana and Jeff as they share their takes on emotional intelligence in a leadership journey and how we can be creating au...
Mar 08, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In the latest episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson discusses the power of community banks with Keystone’s President, Bryan St. George. Bryan has been the President of Keystone since its founding in October 2018, yielding pivotal change throughout the banking industry for nearly 20 years. Listen in as Jeff and Bryan discuss the beginnings of Keystone Bank, growth of local banking, the Austin business climate and how Keystone Bank will continue to support their communit...
Dec 20, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson is joined by the Founder and CEO of Qualtik, Mark Prior. Mark has over 25 years of experience in fund management, alternative asset analytics, and strategy formulation and implementation. Join Mark and Jeff as they explore the future of fintech and how community banks can use software like Qualtik to get real-time analysis and reporting. Tune in to see how they are pushing the boundaries of what is possible for the banking ...
Dec 14, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Host Jeff Wilkinson was joined by Laura Brady in this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast. As the Founder and CEO of international luxury real estate auction firm Sotheby's Concierge Auctions, Laura Brady is responsible for leading the company and its aggressive growth. Tune in as Laura and Jeff explore her career and the lessons learned as we look to the future of the real estate industry. Strategic solutions for real life from people like you. Visit us today! https://www.keystone.bank/...
Nov 30, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson was joined by Rusty Shelton to discuss thought leadership and the ever-changing world of PR and marketing. Rusty is an experienced entrepreneur, keynote speaker and two-time author. He is the founder and chairman of Austin-based PR, branding and digital-marketing agency Zilker Media and has extensive knowledge of building people-driven brands. Tune in as they explore how you can accelerate the speed of trust by focusing on ...
Nov 02, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson was joined by Phyllis Snodgrass. Phyllis is CEO of Austin Habitat for Humanity – an Austin nonprofit that seeks to eliminate poverty housing through the power of home ownership by building homes, communities and hope. Listen in as Phyllis and Jeff explore the opportunities and hope the city of Austin faces amidst housing challenges. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests, a...
Oct 19, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson was joined by Adrian Lufschanowski. With 14+ years of raising capital, Lufschanowski leads as President and Partner at Thrive FP - an innovative real estate investment firm focused on cultivating community. They discuss investor relations, team culture and how to craft intentional communities. For more on Keystone Bank, visit www.keystone.bank The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts an...
Oct 05, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In the first episode of the Banking on Community Podcast, host Jeff Wilkinson sits down with a few of Keystone Bank's summer interns to discuss their experience, mentors, lessons learned and more. The interns also get their opportunity to turn the table and ask Jeff a few questions on the future of Keystone Bank and his advice on being a leader. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the view of Keystone Bank or i...
Sep 19, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1
