It’s a new year and LaVonda is kicking off 2023 with two Veritex bankers who share their stories of volunteering in the community. Does volunteering impact more than the community? The answer is yes and the stories that follow are moving!
Today, we reflect on the guests we've had throughout the year and how thankful we are that we get to be a part of their story. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Veritex Community Bank!
LaVonda Renfro sits down for a fun chat with two-time Veritex Bank Championship winner, Tyson Alexander and University of Texas Golf senior, Travis Vick. Recording from the Veritex Bank Houston Pro-Am at the Houston Country Club.
In this episode, LaVonda Renfro speaks to Lyndsay Levingston, founder and executive director of SurviveHer. Listen to Lyndsay's powerful story about her journey and what she is doing to educate and assist women through her non-profit breast cancer awareness organization. She truly exemplifies what it means to be a woman of success!
In today's episode, LaVonda speaks with Natalie Boyle of Mommies In Need. Did you know the most common reason women don't visit the doctor is lack of childcare accessibility? Find out what this non-profit is doing to alleviate this issue in Dallas, Texas.
October is a month dedicated to breast cancer awareness and with that on our minds, we thought it would be great to share the great efforts of our PGA golf ambassador, Ryan Palmer, and his foundation. For the next 20 minutes, hear from Ryan and his wife, Jennifer, share their very personal story with breast cancer in their family and how they were inspired to support other women in treatment for breast cancer. Hear how they put hope in the hands of cancer patients in today's episode.
Did you know our podcast debuted almost two years ago? Time flies by when you are having meaningful conversations with community leaders. To celebrate this milestone, we have complied our first "best of" show featuring Bill Cawley, (Cawley Partners) Cheryl Jackson (Minnie's Food Pantry), Jamey Rootes (Houston Texans) and Darlene Ellison (Veritex Community Bank). We hope you enjoy these conversations as much as we have!
Truth in Texas Banking – Josie Fields with Veritex Bank by LaVonda Renfro
Good communication between family, friends and your team at work is so important! In this episode of "Truth In Texas Banking" Adam Tarnow, leadership development expert and founder of Adam Tarnow & Company, joins us to talk about how you can improve your communications in all areas of your life! #truthintexasbanking #communication #leadership
Hunger is a complex issue. The mission of the North Texas Food Bank is to close the hunger gap by providing access to nutritious food for our neighbors. Hunger is vast in North Texas. The North Texas Food Bank serves thirteen counties through a network of almost 400 agencies to ensure they have nutritious food for their community!
Did you have a mentor early in your career? Have you ever considered being a mentor to a colleague or student? In this episode, LaVonda has a conversation with two Veritex Bankers, CastelHibbert & CharlesFrancis to discuss their roles as mentors at @TSU CommericalBankingProgram. We hear how to overcome the generation gaps between students and teachers, and how important relationship building is to everyone's career. We hope you enjoy this conversation!
On this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda introduces Scott Coy, Veritex Bank’s Chaplain. Did you know we have our very own Chaplain? Scott touches on how he uses his faith when giving employees hope during good and bad times. Available on #Spotify, #Soundcloud, #GooglePodcasts, and #ApplePodcasts.
Fresh from the Veritex Bank Championship, LaVonda shares the behind the scenes stories from the Korn Ferry Tour at the Texas Rangers Golf Course. Join us to hear from Veritex golf ambassadors, volunteers, the production crew who put on the event and community partners.
This week LaVonda catches up with Lisa Armstrong, Managing Director of Commercial Banking at Veritex Community Bank. They discuss how banking can lead to deeper ties with the community and the rewards that come with it. Available on #Spotify, #Soundcloud, #GooglePodcasts, and #ApplePodcasts #TruthInTexasBanking #CommunityLeaders #PeopleWithAPurpose
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Rocky Vest and Ken Ndegwa to discuss Break the Cycle and their fight to stop sex trafficking. These guys remind us that this is happening in our own backyard. Their mission is to spread awareness by cycling 200 miles for victims. Viewer discretion is advised.
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Doreen Griffith and Liz Robinson to discuss the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign. These ladies remind us that heart health is the leading cause of death for women. Their mission is to spread awareness and bridge the gap with women and heart health.
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Rachel Powers, former Executive Director of the Citizens’ Environmental Coalition. Rachel reminds us of how long progress takes with environmental issues but ultimately, it’s worth the wait. Hear some great advice on how to make a difference.
Truth in Texas Banking – Veritex Bank Golf Ambassadors by LaVonda Renfro
It's Thanksgiving week and we are excited to share with you a story of gratitude, empathy, and what it truly means to be ingrained in your community. This week LaVonda has a great conversation with Daron Babcock, Executive Director of Bonton Farms. If you have 26 minutes we hope you spend it with us and learn more about this South Dallas organization who is giving resources to members of their community who are looking for a second chance and someone who believes in them.
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Abraham Ancer. Abraham is a PGA Tour Golfer as well as a part of #TeamVeritex, Veritex Bank Golf Ambassadors. On this episode, Ancer talks about growing up in Reynosa, Mexico where golf was not a very popular sport. Ancer’s mission and purpose in life is to give back to his home country by working with the First Tee Mexico and encouraging kids to get into the golf not only for the game but to learn life lessons.
This week, LaVonda is joined by Career Gear's Executive Director, Jamay Schardien for an amazing conversation about supporting the veterans of our community. The saying "teach a man to fish" is truly their message to the community. Listen to a few life changing stories in this inspirational interview. Member FDIC.
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Jamie Miller with Veritex Bank. Jamie is the founder of the Wheels of Hope Car Show in downtown Garland, Texas. He talks about the history of how the car show came about and why he partners with the Hope Clinic.
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Willie Rankin and Ashley Mortimer with LVTRise in Fort Worth. The Las Vegas Trail Revitalization Project, known as LVTRise, is a collaboration and partnership of private companies, human service organizations and government agencies dedicated to helping residents of the Las Vegas Trail area improve their neighborhood and day-to-day lives.
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda interviews Mark Mullaney and Marissa Castro Mikoy from Jubilee Park and Community Center. Mark is the COO and Marissa is the CEO of Jubilee Park and together they have a wealth of experience in education and nonprofit management.
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Cheryl Jackson from Minnie’s Food Pantry. Cheryl started Minnie’s Food Pantry in honor of her mother, the late Dr. Minnie Hawthorne-Ewing. Under Jackson’s leadership, her staff and volunteers have provided over 17 million meals to the hungry.
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda brings back Darlene Ellison, the founder of our Women in Business Program. They will discuss how Women in Business got started and give more details about our upcoming networking events!
Another Texas leader joins us on the podcast this week Jamey Rootes, former president of the Houston Texans stops by to discuss his book #TheWinningGamePlan. He and LaVonda share stories of leading Texas organizations and how to find great talent! Link in bio. Available on Spotify, Google Play, Apple podcast and Soundcloud!
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Will Dowell the CEO of Behind Every Door. 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!
Our first @VeritexBankChampionship wrapped up a little more than a week ago and WOW what a week. On this podcast LaVonda interviews an array of guests including @VeritexBank CEO @MalcolmHolland, the guys from @TruckKarma (trust us, you want to hear more about them) Veritex Bank Team Members, and players from the @KornFerryTour including special guest @Tony.Romo and fresh off the Masters @WillZalatoris. You’ll also learn about the organization benefiting from the event tickets sales @FoldedFlagFo...
In this episode of Truth in Texas Banking, LaVonda speaks with Pete Delkus WFAA Meteorologist in Dallas, Texas. They discuss how Pete got into meteorology and the importance of being a good husband and father. It’s not just about being the weatherman, it’s about helping people!
