Banking on KC

On this episode of Banking on KC, Eric Rogers, co-founder and executive director of BikeWalkKC, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss efforts to redefine Kansas City streets as places for active living.

Tune in to learn more about:

• How walking and biking enhance quality of life.
• The impact of BikeWalkKC’s advocacy and education efforts on improving the safety of neighborhoods and streets.
• The growth of walking and biking as practical forms of transportation.
• Region-wide efforts to connect communities through trails and walking paths.
• How biking and walking contribute to the economic development of a region.

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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 Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.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, Marquita Miller-Joshua, founder of Five Star Tax & Business Solutions, joins host Kelly Scanlon to share her journey from entrepreneur to faithpreneur and motivational speaker.

Tune in to discover:

• The importance of accepting a situation as a first step toward changing it.
• Tips and inspiration for moving forward with the life you’d like to live.
• Questions to ask yourself as you move forward with purpose—and with integrity.
• How your business can grow sustainably when you have a purpose you can measure opportunities against.
• Why relationship-building is more important than ever.
• What you can learn from allowing yourself to be uncomfortable.
• What it means to embrace the “now.”

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 Podcasts are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.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, Tabitha Schmidt, CEO of Powell Gardens, joins host Kelly Scanlon to share interesting highlights about Kansas City’s garden “oasis” and plans for creating an even more interactive visitor experience.

Tune in to learn about:

1. What inspired the creation of Powell Gardens.
2. Natural attractions that make it a local gem and a regional and national destination.
3. Plans for incorporating technology to enhance the educational value of the gardens.
4. New “festival” events that celebrate the Midwest’s four seasons.
5. Sustainability efforts that preserve the natural habitat. 

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, Michael Rea, founder and CEO of Rx Savings Solutions, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss how his company’s platform promotes prescription drug transparency, saves money, and improves lives.

Listen in to find out:

• Michael’s inspiration for launching Rx Savings Solutions.
• How the Rx Savings Solutions platform helps consumers better understand their pharmaceutical options.
• Pending legislation that could improve prescription drug transparency.
• Michael’s thoughts on growing an entrepreneurial 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, Ora Reynolds, President & CEO of Hunt Midwest Enterprises, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss how changing demographics, technology, the pandemic, consumer expectations, and other forces are driving change in real estate development.

Listen in to find out:

• The hot new sectors in real estate.
• How Hunt Midwest is innovating to meet market changes.
• Some of the creative new designs Hunt Midwest is incorporating into its projects to address the pandemic and consumer expectations.
• How Lamar Hunt’s vision transformed the “Subtropolis” into the world’s largest underground business complex.
• What differentiates the commercial real estate market in Kansas City from other areas of the country.
• Predictions for 2021 and beyond.

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, Tom Gerend, executive director of Kansas City Streetcar Authority, joins host Kelly Scanlon to provide an update on some of the exciting new developments for the streetcar, where it’s headed and how it’s impacting Kansas City.

Listen in to discover:

• The impact of the original streetcar line on the city.
• The expected timeline for the two extensions of the original line.
• How the streetcar connects communities, promotes economic development, and showcases local artists, sports teams and other Kansas City gems.
• Why the streetcar has been transformative for 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, Janet Baker, Executive Director of KC Shepherd’s Center, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss the ways in which the organization helps older adults live healthy, engaged, and independent lives and contribute to each other’s well-being. Listen in to learn more about programs such as Meals on Wheels, Senior Companions, Adventures in Learning, and how the organization has shifted to continue to offer the programs in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. She’ll also address the societal and economic impact of social isolation and loneliness in older adults and how KC Shepherd’s Center works to mitigate that.

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, Dana Hawkinson, M.D., Infectious Diseases and Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control at The University of Kansas Health System, joins host Kelly Scanlon to provide an update on coronavirus trends in the Kansas City region, the rollout of the vaccine, and what we can likely expect over the next several months.

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, Laura Laiben, founder and Main Dish at The Culinary Center of Kansas City, joins host Kelly Scanlon to offer practical insights and coping tools for doing business during the coronavirus pandemic.

Like many small business owners, Laura has been working through the extraordinary challenges the pandemic has delivered.

Tune in to find out why it's important to:

• Pivot where and when you can and not second-guess the decisions you make—even if you need to make further adjustments later.
• Allow yourself as a business owner to work through the “business stages” of grief—and recognize that your employees are probably doing the same.
• Assess honestly where your business is—financially and in other key areas—and why you'll need to do this every day during the crisis.
• Get creative about how to generate cash—now!
• Embrace and lift up others in your community who are also struggling.
• Continue to support small businesses if we want to retain Kansas City’s unique flavor and 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, Joe Roetheli, founder of Pet’s Best Life, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss his latest entrepreneur endeavor.

Kansas City entrepreneurs Joe and Judy Roetheli, the inventors of Greenies dog treats, haven’t slowed down much since selling 100% of that business to Mars, Incorporated in 2006. Since then, they’ve started or invested in several other companies in a variety of sectors, including health and wellness, tool manufacturing, the restaurant industry, and others. Now, they’re at it again with a new company called Pet’s Best Life, which has just recently introduced Yummy Combs Dog Treats. They’ve also shared their success through the Lil’ Red Foundation, a philanthropic organization they founded to build communities in Guyana and to fund other endeavors such as the Entrepreneur Hall of Fame at the UMKC Bloch School of Management.

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.