Episodes
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The Future of Finance: ICBA's Kristina Morris on Fintech, Partnerships, & Community Banking
Summary In this episode of the GeekSpeak podcast, Lincoln Parks interviews Kristina Morris from the ICBA (Independent Community Bankers of America) about the organization's role in supporting community banks. They discuss the transition from Fintech Atlanta to ICBA and the focus on innovation...
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The Engaged Banker: Boosting Morale and Motivation with Lon Langston
Summary In this episode of the GeekSpeak podcast, Lincoln Parks interviews Lon Langston from Engage Banker Experience. Lon shares his background in the produce business and how he transitioned into executive coaching and corporate training. He discusses his experience in the banking industry and...
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Community Banking Icon: Leonard Moreland on Fintech, Leadership, and Navigating Uncertainty
Summary In this episode of the GeekSpeak podcast, Lincoln Parks interviews Leonard Moreland, former CEO of Heritage Bank and Heritage Southeast Bank. Leonard shares insights on his retirement, hobbies, and journey to becoming a CEO. He discusses community banks' challenges and opportunities,...
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Miriam Cross - American Banker | Branch Transformation, Digital Banking, & Digital Banking Capabilities
My guest on today’s Podcast is Miriam Cross, Technology and Fintech writer for American Banker. In this jam-packed episode, Miriam answers the following questions; 1. Your path to becoming a writer at American Banker, how did you get there at such a prestigious Brand? 2. How many articles do you...
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Eddie Davis | Payments, Payroll, Accounting & Cash Flow for Small Businesses with Finsync
My guest on today’s Podcast is Eddie Davis, SVP Sales & Operations for Finsync. In this jam-packed episode, Eddie answers the following questions; Who is Finsync? How has Finsync pivoted and helped Small Businesses through COVID What do you see as your #1 asset to small Businesses? Who is…
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Lon Langston and the Engaged Banker Experience | for Financial Institutions
My guest on today’s Podcast is Lon Langston, CEO of the Engaged Banker Experience. Lon excelled in management and leadership at several companies and non-profits. In 2004, he started his own business, which he grew to $21 million in sales and eventually sold for 11 times EBITDA (eee-bit-da).…
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Ariel Shaw - Founder of Southern Crescent Women in Business
Women, Women, Women.. They make up a vast majority of Entrepreneurs in Business. Banks want to work with them, they collaborate with each other and they make it happen. On this interview with Ariel Shaw, Founder of Southern Crescent Women in Business we talk about how this organization was…
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Episode 19 - Don't get caught up on the like metric. Here's what you should be doing instead
To like or not to like? That’s the question at hand. So, I know on social media right now, a lot of people are… And you may be either a business owner or you may be… Or you may work for a corporate company. You may be in a campaign, that you’re a part of a campaign, and one of the metrics that a...
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Episode 18 - How Human Centered AI can help your Bank Win Big in 2020
In this interview with Uday Akkaraju CEO of Bond.AI a Fintech company, we learn more about him, what got him started in Fintech and how his company created a Human Centered App that help Banks with identifying customer trends. You won't be disappointed with the content of this interview, and you...
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1st Stockbridge Economic Summit - Women in Business
In this episode we capture audio from the 1st Stockbridge Economic Summit that featured speakers from Coca-Cola, Stockbridge City Government, and more. This episode will leave you wanting more information to help you grow as an Entrepreneur or an Executive.
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How to Transition a retail store to an E-Commerce Brand After a Major Relocation
Andrew and Jennifer Richards are the owners of Ajaa Naturals a Natural Hair Care and Skin Care business. They moved from Illinois to Georgia seeking a new and fresh start. They share with us how they moved, opened a retail location in Dunwoody GA in one of the most Expensive Malls in Atlanta,...
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10 SEO Tips Creatives can use to implement on your website today
In this episode, I am live at the Creatives and Coffee event in Jonesboro GA. I am speaking to a room full of Creative folks on how they can improve their website with 10 simple SEO tips. If you are a creative and you want to improve your website ranking and get discovered by just doing some…
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What you don't have a website in 2019? Get one developed for under $1000 today.
What you don't have a website in 2019? Get one developed for under $1000 today. In today's day and age having a website is critically important to your business. Its just as important as you wanting to stay in business. We are going to talk about how to get your website up and running for less…
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New Year, New You, The customer value journey
In 2019 we are getting serious about helping more businesses use the same methods as we do. Yes its going to take commitment and dedication and it does not happen overnight. Lots of planning goes into taking your business to the next level and what I have experienced is that most companies want…
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How Lon Langston grew his company to $21 million in revenue in 2004
In this episode Lon Langston (Executive Coach) shares with us how he grew his company to 21 Million Dollars and sold it 11 years later. Lon discusses his ups and downs and some myths of Entrepreneurship. Lon also shares with us what Marketing tactics he used back then and what tool he is using…
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Mailchimp & Social Media
In this episode Jill and I talk about Mailchimp and Social Media and how it is the fuel that starts your business. Going into 2019 we want you to take your marketing seriously and if you don't have an email marketing list then you need to start building one. By the end of 2019 if you follow our...
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Episode 10 - Video Marketing for Small Businesses
Video Marketing for Small Business owners is critical to your success in 2019 and beyond. If you are not thinking about including video in your strategy you are missing a BIG opportunity to take your business to the next level. Michelle Amarra of SCBTV join us to talk about its importance as a...
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Marketing Automation for Small Businesses - Episode 9
Marketing Automation for Small Businesses can be a scary thing, but it does not have to be. If you are looking to save some time and resources in your marketing, then you should listen to this podcast. It can litterally save you thousands of dollars.
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Marketing the Henry County GA Development Authority using Digital strategies.
In this episode we speak to Leonard Sledge the Executive Director of the Henry County Development Authority. We speak extensively about how he and his team Market Henry County to the world. We speak about Social Media, Google, and then Leonard shares a tip on how he uses LinkedIn to effectively...
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The 5 W’s of Branding with Lydia Pierre
In this episode we talk about Branding with Lydia Pierre of Pierre Branding Group. We start off by answering some questions like what is Branding? Why you need Branding and more.
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Your Finances as an Entrepreneur
If you are an Entrepreneur looking to understand more about your finances you should listen to this podcast. Today we have Wade Carpenter of Carpenter & Company CPAs educating us on our Finances and new Tax laws you can take advantage of.
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Meme Your Business - Episode 5
Meme your Business - How Memes can enhance how you market your business if used effectively.
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What to look for when hiring a marketing agency - Episode 4
What to look out for when hiring a Marketing Agency. Marketing agencies you need to listen to this, but those of you looking to hire some company to do your Marketing you should listen more. I am going to share some factors of why you should beware of those that will take advantage of your lack…
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Steps for local visibility Online
Local Visibility for you Business
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Episode 1 - Let’s talk about reviews
Geek Speak - Talking about the importance of Reviews
About this show
Forget suits, think disruptors. The Geek Speak Podcast cracks open the vault on community banking, bringing you the bold minds and innovative ideas redefining the industry.
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Geek Speak Lincoln James
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