Today we bring back Sim Cheema, who works on our ARC Team here at SouthState. We talk about the current Fed policy, the economic environment, and what all that means for you and your lenders at your bank.

 

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Learn more about the Community Bank Summer Performance Series here.

 

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Recent Episodes

08/25/25

Modernizing Small Business Lending with Will Tumulty

Today we bring on Will Tumulty, CEO of Rapid Finance. He talks to us about how community banks can update their technology roadmaps to enhance their small business lending.   Learn more and register for Elevate here.   The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and…

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08/18/25

Jack Henry CEO Greg Adelson on The Future of Community Bank Technology

Today we talk with Greg Adelson, CEO of Jack Henry. We dive into technology, AI, cybersecurity, open banking, and several other topics in depth. These are all topics community banks should consider when looking at their technology roadmaps.   The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved…

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08/11/25

How the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Can Turbocharge Your Team’s Productivity

Today our own Chris Nichols sits down with Jaye Eubanks from United Bank in Georgia. Jaye shares how he and his team use the “EOS” operating system to increase team productivity and performance. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those…

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08/04/25

How Colony Bank is Investing in the Future with Christian Ruppe

Today we talk with Christian Ruppe, Chief Innovation Officer of Colony Bank in Georgia. Christian talks about the strategic technology and innovation initiatives Colony has invested in to continue serving their customers with excellence. VIEW AGENDA AND REGISTER FOR THE ELEVATE BANKING FORUM HERE The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely…

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07/28/25

How to Create a High-Performing Digital Strategy with Matt Quale from Forbright Bank

Today Chris Nichols sits down with Matt Quale, who serves as President of Digital Banking at Forbright Bank. He has decades of experience in consumer experience, technology, and financial services, having held leadership roles at Texas Capital Bank, Bask Bank, Brighthouse Financial, MetLife, American Express, WebMD, McKinsey, ConAgra, Coca-Cola, and General Mills. Chris and Matt…

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07/21/25

How Lenders Can Use LinkedIn to Create Value for Your Bank with Owen LaFave

Today we bring on Owen LaFave, Market President at the Bank of Tampa. He tells us all about how he uses LinkedIn to create value for himself and his bank. Owen’s advice in today’s episode could inform your LinkedIn strategy to create value for your clients and to meet new prospects.   Learn more about…

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