The BankerCast: A Banker's Guide to Success

Jay Toups
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Our goal is to help community bankers succeed and thrive. We have a passion for community banks and believe they are the backbone of main street America. The BankerCast presents the case for community banking best practices and the relationship between a strong community banking system and the community it serves standard of living.This a banker’s must listen to guide to success.

  1. 12/15/2025

    Managing Mergers, Regulations, and Preparing for the Future with Fred Mills

    Jay Toups sits down with Fred Mills, CEO & President of Farmers-Merchants Bank & Trust Co.  These authentically Cajun community bankers address topics including: family, managing a bank merger, dealing with regulations, navigating the growing role of AI, and even medical marijuana in this episode of The Bankercast.  Fred Mills calls himself a "recovering politician" and shares some of his experiences in the political circle.

    56 min

  2. 10/23/2025

    "If it ain't broke, break it, and make it better" - Randy Ponthie and Jay Toups

    Jay Toups and Randy Ponthie, President & CEO of Southern Heritage Bank, discuss community banking, stepping outside of your comfort zone, and more in this episode of The Bankercast. Randy has been in his position for more than three years and discusses the changes and challenges he has faced in this new role in community banking.

    49 min

  3. 06/03/2025

    Lessons Learned: Tax Credits to Starting New Businesses

    Jay Toups and Addison Henry, CEO of Vine Investment Partners have a wide ranging discussion from the process of monetizing tax credits, economics, taxes and the lessons learned from starting your own business.

    35 min

  4. 12/05/2024

    Russell Guess: His Story, Banking Insights, and Today's Economic Landscape

    Join us as we sit down with Russell Guess to explore his inspiring journey in the banking industry and the lessons he's learned along the way. Discover his insights on navigating today's economic challenges and how they shape the future of banking. Intro: 0:00 - 7:00 Testimony: 7:00 - 31:06 Life Lessons: 31:06 - 34:30 Politics/Economy/Banking: 34:30 - 53:17 Lagniappe: 53:17 - End

    59 min

  5. 09/04/2024

    Banking on Community: The Local Advantage with Jason Patout of Gulf Coast Bank

    In this episode, Jason Patout, Senior Vice President of Gulf Coast Bank, delves into the benefits of community banking and its role in local economies. We also explore the challenges and opportunities of maintaining a family business, balancing tradition with the need for innovation. 4:00 Benefits of working in a community bank 9:00 What it's like being a third-generation banker/family ties 20:14 Tradition vs. innovation 31:00 Importance of personal relationships 38:05 Lagniappe

    49 min

  6. 07/15/2024

    Banking Insights: Expert Advice with Mike Hipp, President of Gibsland Bank

    In this podcast episode, Mike Hipp, President of Gibsland Bank, shares practical banking advice and wisdom from his years of experience. He talks about key financial strategies, the importance of customer relationships, and how banking is changing. Mike also gives tips on handling economic challenges and finding growth opportunities, making this episode a great listen for anyone interested in finance. Intro 0:00 Important banking lessons 6:50  Change within a company 11:45 Relationships 15:15  Growth moving forward 17:52 Challenges 22:55 Final Advice 30:30

    33 min

  7. 03/19/2024

    Banking Insights with T. Jefferson Fair: Gaining Wisdom in Community Banking

    The Bankercast is pleased to have Jeff Fair from American Planning join us to discuss the numerous challenges facing the community banking industry. With decades of experience in banking, Fair offers insights trusted by bankers across the southeastern region and beyond. Current Banking Dilemma- 0:00 Taking Risks- 14:00 Need a Better System- 19:00 Covid & Infrastructure Money- 31:00 Importance of Experience- 39:00 Thoughts on the Future- 50:40 Liquidity- 58:55 Lagniappe- 1:03:10

    1h 9m

  8. 02/22/2024

    Tech-Insights with Hunter Thevis: Security, Branding, and Pro Tips

    Join us on the latest episode of Banker Cast with S1 Technologies' Hunter Thevis as we unpack the essentials of branding, security, and share valuable advice. Tune in for a concise guide to navigating the banking landscape in the digital age. Intro: 3:30  Branding: 13:00  Security: 15:30  What must you do? 21:50  Advice and Motivation: 30:20  Lagniappe: 44:20

    50 min
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Our goal is to help community bankers succeed and thrive. We have a passion for community banks and believe they are the backbone of main street America. The BankerCast presents the case for community banking best practices and the relationship between a strong community banking system and the community it serves standard of living.This a banker’s must listen to guide to success.

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