Banking on KC

On this episode of Banking on KC, Debbie Wilkerson, president and CEO of the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss how individuals and companies can grow their charitable giving using the resources the Foundation offers.

Tune in to discover:

1. The advantages of a donor-advised fund.
2. How the Foundation’s professional advisory services assist donors.
3. The benefits of “impact investing.”
4. The outlook for the “next generation” of philanthropy.
5. Why Kansas City consistently ranks high on national charts for charitable contributions.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Chris Lewellen, president of popular Waldo and Brookside restaurants The Well Bar Grill & Rooftop, Lew’s Grill and Bar, and Charlie Hooper’s Bar and Grille, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, his father’s legacy, the opportunities that lie ahead for Kansas City and why he’s so committed to building community.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Andrew Dowis, CEO of Pro Athlete, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss how to create a game-winning culture and the key to creating a purpose-driven brand.

Tune in to discover why it’s important to be intentional about your company culture, how Pro Athlete has made stewardship actionable and impactful, the keys to ensuring the integrity and sustainability of a purpose-driven brand, and tips for building a successful company culture.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Dr. Williams, executive director of the Black Archives of Mid-America, joins host Kelly Scanlon to announce the launch of the new Genealogy Lab and why it’s important to the Black Archive’s mission and to our local history. Plus, get a sneak preview of the new exhibit the Black Archives will be opening soon—the Women’s Pro Basketball Hall of Fame.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Justin Hoover, executive director of The Battle Within, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss how the organization provides veterans and first responders with a path to healing.

Founded by a group of veterans, first responders, community leaders and other supporters, The Battle Within helps “warriors” heal from the traumas they have experienced during their service to others.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Jon Stephens, president and CEO of Port KC, joins host Kelly Scanlon to provide an update on some of the new initiatives Port KC is working on and their impact on Kansas City and the surrounding region. Find out about the progress of the new river terminal, more plans for Berkeley Riverfront, the KC Streetcar expansion, additional plans for 49 Crossing, and the opportunities that await Kansas City.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Heather Spalding, co-founder of Cambrian, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss how her company is leveraging augmented reality (AR) to provide solutions for DIYers and others in the home improvement industry. Using Cambrian’s app, customers can see a realistic rendering of their space with new paint colors, flooring, and other upgrades.

Tune in to discover some of the technology “firsts” Cambrian has introduced to the DIY market, how the founders landed Home Depot as an early customer, the possibilities for introducing the technology into other industries, and why the business assistance organizations in Kansas City have been so critical to the successful launch and growth of the company.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Lamar Hunt, Jr., owner of the Kansas City Mavericks, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss his vision for Kansas City’s longest-running hockey franchise and why he’s so passionate about stewardship.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Eric Dickinson, president of Urban Ranger Corps, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss the nonprofit’s work of providing young men in the urban core with an opportunity to acquire work experience, provide service to the community, and develop life skills that prepare them for a successful future.

Founded by Father John Wandless, the Urban Ranger Corps has welcomed nearly 800 at-risk young men to its programs. Tune in to discover more about the programs, the individuals and communities they serve and the impact they’re making on both the individual participants and on the greater Kansas City community.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Jeff Mazur, executive director of LaunchCode, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss the organization’s efforts to make quality tech education free and accessible.

Tune in to discover:

Why Square founder Jim McKelvey founded LaunchCode in 2013.

How the program helps to solve the shortage of coders while also creating opportunity for workers from nontraditional backgrounds.

The growing number of sectors—beyond “traditional” tech industries—that are driving demand for coders.

The opportunities for LaunchCode graduates.

Why today’s marketplace requires a mindset shift in corporate hiring models, especially of technology professionals.

Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

The views and opinions shared in this podcast are intended solely for informational and educational purposes and do not serve as financial or legal advice or recommendations. Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO, does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed. Always consult with a qualified professional for financial or legal decisions specific to your situation. Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.