Insights

Bank Transformation Unpacked: The Newtek Story Continues

Guest: Barry Sloane – Chairman and CEO of Newtek Bank Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Podcast Show Notes: Our This Month In Banking (TMIB) podcast features discussion with […]


The Secret Sauce to Bank Profitability

We at The Kafafian Group (TKG) have observed significant transformations in the banking landscape following the aggressive interest rate hikes that peaked in mid-2023. Our Q4 2024 Performance Measurement Peer […]


Cannabis Banking in 2025

Guest: Michael Beird, Author of Cannabis Banking: Legal Framework and Practical Solutions for Cultivating Compliance Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Podcast Show Notes: Our This Month In Banking […]


Crypto, Fintech, and other Non-Interest Income Drivers in 2025

Guest: Matt West, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Xenios Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Podcast Show Notes: Our This Month In Banking (TMIB) podcast features discussion with […]


Big Picture: The Future of Community Financial Institutions

Guest: Nathan Stovall, Director of the Financial Institutions Research Team for S&P Global Market Intelligence Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Podcast Show Notes: Our This Month In Banking […]


Stop It! Channeling Bob Newhart for Your New Year’s Resolutions

The world lost a comedy legend in 2024 with Bob Newhart’s passing. His passing reminded me of his classic therapy skit in which he charged five dollars for five minutes […]


Potential Changes in Bank Regulation under the Trump Administration

Guest: Anne Balcer, Senior Executive Vice president, Chief of Government Relations and Public Policy for the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Podcast […]


Stratum, New Technology That Will Revolutionize Banking!

Guest: Clay Adams, President and CEO of Mascoma Bank Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Podcast Show Notes: Our This Month In Banking (TMIB) podcast features discussion with colleagues […]


Use Cases of Generative AI – What are the Risks?

Guest: Chris Clements, VP of Solutions Architecture at CISO Global and Tigran Safari, Solutions Architect and Client Experience Manager Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts October 2024 Podcast Show […]


Key Trends Shaping Community Banks: Insights from the Fall Banking Conference Season

The landscape of the community banking sector is evolving at a rapid pace. As CEOs, CFOs, and Directors look to the future, they’re grappling with both familiar challenges and emerging […]