What’s the buzz on the podcast this week? We’re talking bees, buildings, and breakfast! On the latest episode of Truth in Texas Banking, we’re joined by the hive-minded folks at Oak Cliff Bee Company to chat about: Why bees are taking over rooftops in North Texas Whether local honey really helps your allergies And which foods you’re eating today that wouldn’t exist without a little bee magic It’s sweet, it’s surprising, and it might just change how you pick out your fruit at the grocery store!...
Jun 24, 2025•34 min
In this episode, LaVonda Renfro and Beth Stavinoha of Veritex Community Bank discuss the importance of credit and financial education, emphasizing how understanding credit scores and managing debt is crucial for consumers. They explore common myths about credit, strategies for building credit, and the significance of budgeting. The discussion also highlights various resources available for financial education, including online tools and community programs. 00:00 Introduction to Credit and Financ...
Apr 22, 2025•24 min
n this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, hosts Lavonda Renfro and Beth Stavinoha discuss the upcoming Veritex Bank Championship, featuring insights from guests Matt Sawicki and Richie Sapp. The conversation covers the excitement surrounding the tournament, the unique spectator experience, the role of Veritex in supporting the event, notable players participating, and the community impact of the championship. The episode emphasizes the values of golf and the importance of giving back to the comm...
Apr 03, 2025•24 min
Cardiovascular disease is the #1 killer of women. Join LaVonda and Beth on this episode as we break down who is at risk, how you can protect yourself, and we introduce you to a survivor who had her first cardiac event at just 38 years old. Learn more about how to protect the ones you love at the American Heart Association website, www.heart.org
Feb 05, 2025•26 min
One in three youth will navigate life on their own. This means they do not have a consistent adult in their life. Together We Thrive exists to do just that, pair a Life Coach with a youth in North Texas to help bridge that gap. In our latest edition of Truth In Texas Banking, we introduce you to a former news anchor who created Together We Thrive. Listen as she shares her story of how a mission trip in Nigeria resulted in this new venture.
Jan 16, 2025•37 min
Join us for a recap of some of our best and most interesting moments from 2024 featuring small business owners and entrepreneurs in Texas! You will hear from Lift Aids, INC., Unrefined Bakery, and Serveway Heating and Air Conditioning. Find out directly from the owners how they have found success and what motivates them to do what they do!
Dec 11, 2024•33 min
In the latest episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda sits down with Deborah Duncan, dear friend of our Veritex family and host of Great Day Houston on KHOU-TV. Known for her role on Houston's beloved morning show, Deborah is also a passionate advocate for The Salvation Army and enjoys spotlighting those making a difference in the community. Together, LaVonda and Deborah explore the significance of giving back and how Deborah balances her daily life to pursue her passion for philanthropy. Cat...
Nov 22, 2024•24 min
Join host LaVonda Renfro in the latest episode of Truth in Texas Banking, where we dive into the crucial world of financial security. This week, LaVonda sits down with Bob Ludeke, the Chief Information Security Officer at Veritex Community Bank. Together, they uncover the latest trends in banking fraud, sharing common tricks that fraudsters use and essential tips on how to protect yourself. Bob brings a wealth of knowledge, offering practical advice on what to do if you suspect you've been compr...
Oct 03, 2024•31 min
Small businesses are vital as they support our local communities by creating jobs, putting money back into the local economy, and reflecting the culture and needs of our neighborhoods. We are introducing you to Amanda Jones with Lift-Aids. Lift-Aids is one of the oldest automotive adaptive equipment dealers and accessibility lift providers in the United States. Lift-Aids has established themselves as the industry leader in the DFW market. Otis and Joan Thomas started Lift-Aids out of their home ...
Aug 07, 2024•27 min
We are excited to continue our Small Business Series. Small businesses are so important as they support our local communities by creating jobs, putting money back into the local economy and they reflect the culture and needs of our neighborhoods. Today, we are introducing you to Taylor and Anne with Unrefined Bakery. Unrefined Bakery – where gluten-free meets gourmet, and nourishment is a celebration. Anne and Taylor are a dynamic mother-dauther duo who started Unrefined Bakery because they shar...
Jun 14, 2024•32 min
Introducing Small Business Series on Truth in Texas Banking Podcast. Small businesses are important as they support our local communities by creating jobs, putting money back into the local economy, and they reflect the culture and needs of their neighborhoods. We are excited to introduce to you Janal and Brian Reid with ServeWay Heating and Air Conditioning. ServeWay is a one-stop shop that provides the highest quality of heating and air conditioning services along with outstanding customer ser...
May 06, 2024•23 min
Listen in on another golf edition of Truth in Texas Banking with LaVonda Renfro! This past week, we were on site at the Texas Rangers Golf Club for the 2024 Veritex Bank Championship. The Korn Ferry Tour's lone stop in the Lone Star State! LaVonda interviews Veritex Golf Ambassador, Cole Hammer, Veritex exemption players, Preston Stout & Callum McNeill and more. Hear the stories of why the game of golf is so important to Veritex Community Bank and how it transcends the sports world. From ser...
May 02, 2024•29 min
LaVonda Renfro speaks to some our Veritex Bank Golf Ambassadors and Executive Team members at our 2024 Houston Pro-Am. Find out why the game of golf and our ambassadors are so important to Veritex. You don't want to miss out on a special episode recorded at Houston Country Club during Houston Open Week. #VeritexCommunityBank #TruthinTexasBanking #TeamVeritex #TheGolfBankofTexas
Apr 10, 2024•25 min
We are excited to kick off our first podcast of the year with health advocate Samantha Eppler from the America Heart Association and our very own Darlene Ellison. We are thrilled to support the American Heart Association organization for the third year in a row. Heart health is often overlooked because we wait until there is an issue to happen before we act. In fact, 1 in 5 Americans have optimal heart health. February is Go Red for Women Month and we couldn't be more excited to be a part of suc...
Feb 28, 2024•26 min
As we wrap up 2023 and reflect on all the things this year has brought us, LaVonda Renfro spotlights some of her favorite interviews with Jen Palmer of Ryan Palmer Foundation, Daniel and Kelly Crawford of Abel Speaks, and Tania Daniel of Junior Achievement USA. A big thank you to everyone who was a guest this past year as we look forward to more in 2024!
Dec 21, 2023•37 min
Veritex is proud to support #BreastCancerAwareness and in this special two-part series, LaVonda Renfro speaks with some brave survivors that want to share their story. Tune in and listen to these powerful stories and steps to take to when embarking on this difficult journey whether it's your own, a family member's, friend's, or co-worker's. Veritex is here to walk with you.
Oct 30, 2023•40 min
Veritex is proud to support #BreastCancerAwareness and in this special two-part series, LaVonda Renfro speaks with some brave survivors that want to share their story. Tune in and listen to these powerful stories and steps to take to when embarking on this difficult journey whether it's your own, a family member's, friend's, or co-worker's. Veritex is here to walk with you.
Oct 26, 2023•41 min
This week, LaVonda speaks with Kelly and Daniel Crawford from Abel Speaks. Abel Speaks was born out of this experience and exists to walk with parents who have chosen to carry a child with a life-limiting diagnosis. Every child’s life can be beautiful and meaningful, no matter the length. On this road where you never thought you’d find yourself, you are not alone. Abel Speaks is here to walk with you!
Sep 15, 2023•24 min
LaVonda Renfro wraps up her series on True Crime Stories with special guest Karen Songer of Veritex Bank. It's 2023 and it seems as if the days of hard cash and paper checks are behind us, but crime doesn't sleep and that includes check fraud. Karen Songer shares another eye-opening story on why banks have to maintain a very high standard of security to protect customers and their accounts.
Sep 08, 2023•10 min
In this week's episode of Truth in Texas Banking, Karen Songer shares another wild story in the world of bank fraud with LaVonda Renfro! If you're a fan of drama and ranchers, you'll want to tune in and listen to this story about how bank fraud expands beyond debit cards and online transactions.
Aug 23, 2023•9 min
Tune in to this week’s episode of “Truth in Texas Banking,” with guest host Beth Stavinoha. Today’s episode we'll be diving into the Veritex Internship program with two incredible recruiters, Fulgham Bell and Leslie Strain. They'll be sharing all the ins and outs of this internship opportunity. But that's not all! We also have some current interns joining us on the show who will be sharing their personal experiences. So, if you're curious about what it's like to intern at Veritex, you won't want...
Aug 01, 2023•33 min
Tune in to this week's episode of "Truth in Teas Banking," hosted by LaVonda Renfro. Today's episode is a new True Crime story about elderly fraud, featuring BSA banking team member, Karen Songer. Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation that will leave you empowered and armed with knowledge. We genuinely hope you relish this uplifting experience.
Jul 14, 2023•12 min
This week, LaVonda brings true crime stories to the topic of discussion. Veritex Community Bank Chief Technology Officer, Jason Savage shares an early career story of ransomware and how his team worked with the FBI to prevent further crime.
Jun 26, 2023•21 min
The future is very bright thanks to people like our guest on this week's episode, Tania Daniel. Work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy are the focus of Junior Achievement to give young people the resources and help they need to achieve their dreams. Listen now to Tania's amazing journey that continues to inspire and motivate her work with Junior Achievement.
May 16, 2023•22 min
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Scottie and Meredith Scheffler to discuss the impact of Behind Every Door and the Cedar Crest Community Center. They will discuss changing the way people see and feel poverty. Behind Every Door wants to make lives better by building friendships and relationships in these communities!
May 05, 2023•13 min
In this episode, LaVonda Renfro is on-site from the 2023 Veritex Bank Championship! The Korn Ferry Tour's only stop in Texas. She chats with some of the Korn Ferry players, staff, and Veritex Bank volunteers. Get a peek into what goes on during this very exciting tournament.
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 32 min
This week, LaVonda visits with Darrion Lewis, President of Behind Every Door and creator of the Husbandhood podcast. Husbandhood is about men being good leaders as husbands and fathers. It’s a platform created to explore the day-to-day life lessons applicable to what it’s like to be a husband today. Their message is for husbands to desire to honor God, their wives, and their families. The podcast will give husbands a positive space that encourages and reminds them that they matter.
Apr 04, 2023•24 min
Make friends first, and the business will follow. That's the motto of our Women in Business program here at Veritex Bank. Check out what these powerful women have to say when it comes to balancing home life, work life, and networking with other strong women Texas!
Mar 08, 2023•28 min
This week, LaVonda visits with Single Mommies Can advocate Katrina Keys. Listen to this uplifting conversation about an organization that supports single teen mothers and offers resources and mentorship for a successful future. Compassion and positivity drive the conversation on this week’s podcast. #TruthInTexasBanking #Community
Feb 27, 2023•17 min
Women's heart health is the topic this week. LaVonda welcomes Samantha Eppler and Jennifer Durban to speak about the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women initiative and upcoming event. We hope you take a moment to listen to this important topic for you and all the women in your life. #TruthinTexasBanking #HeartHealth #GoRedForWomen
Jan 27, 2023•19 min
