Mid Penn Bank Podcast

Rory is joined by John Paul Livingston, Chief Technology Officer and Paul Speigel, Senior Operations Manager. They discuss the history of banking and technology, tech tools customers can use to make their banking more convenient and secure, and how AI is impacting bank technology.

Learn more about Mid Penn Bank at: www.midpennbank.com

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
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Rory is joined by Don Rongione, President of Bollman Hat Company and Justin Manning, Regional President. They discuss the history of both Bollman Hat Company and Mid Penn Bank, using core values to create a flywheel for growth and a caring culture, and building a future company.

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References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025

Rory is joined by Rob Buccini, President and Co-Founder of Buccini Pollin Group. They discuss how business is about relationships, where the real estate market is headed, the importance of public and private partnerships to build great communities, and the value of grinding it out.

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Learn more about Kirna Zabete.

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Email us: [email protected]

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025

In this episode, Rory is joined by Mike Wade, Founder and Owner of Knights Abstract. They discuss the ups and downs of the real estate market, the value of hard work, the current state of the economy and its impact on residential and commercial real estate.

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Email us: [email protected]

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025

In this episode, Rory is joined by Bob Abel, Principal at Brown Plus. They discuss the challenges of tax season, the hurdles of becoming a CPA, coaching your child's sports teams, the benefits of physical activity, and how to select a CPA for tax preparation. Bob also shares a few tax tips with our listeners.

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Email us: [email protected]

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025

Rory is joined by BJ Werzyn, Founder and CEO of West Shore Home. They discuss the impact dogs have on our lives, the important role culture plays in a successful business, the impact the current real estate market has on home remodeling, and the importance of giving back to the community. Throughout the conversation, BJ shares how he and his team are building their national home improvement brand.

Learn more about West Shore Home.
Learn more about Mid Penn Bank.

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025

Rory is joined by Mike Quick, former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver and current voice of the Philadelphia Eagles, and Anthony Falco, Director of Specialized Wealth for Mid Penn Bank. They talk about Mike’s journey from high school to the NFL. The conversation is mixed in with entraining stories of member-guest golf tournaments, various NFL players, the Eagles Super Bowl championship, and the current state of the Eagles.

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025

Rory is joined by Dave La Torre, Founder of La Torre Communications. Rory and Dave discuss the value of communication, the job Dave would never want again, the only thing you can control in a crisis, and the value of visible leadership during a crisis.

To learn more about Dave La Torre and La Torre Communications, visit La Torre Communications

To learn more about the Quecreek Mine Rescue, visit the Quecreek Mine Rescue Foundation.

To learn more about Mid Penn Bank and see the Rory’s videos about the 2023 Banking crisis, visit CEO Video Series | Mid Penn Bank

To see the PPP video series, visit Mid Penn Bank’s YouTube channel.

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025

Rory is joined by Jason Grace, CEO & Managing Principal of Landmark Commercial Realty. Rory and Jason discuss challenges that businesses face today, making a difference in people's lives through coaching, life-lessons learned from sports, as well as emerging trends in the commercial real estate market.

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025

In the US, losses from fraud and cybercrimes continue to grow at alarming rates. In this episode, Rory is joined by John Paul Livingston, Chief Information Security Officer and Chris Zampogna, Facilities and Security Officer, to examine the impact fraud and cybercrime has on our customers. Through the discussion, they provide helpful insights on protecting yourself or your business including how to best assess your own IT risks, selecting a partner to help you implement a cyber security plan, monitoring and managing your credit, and much more!

References in this podcast to “Mid Penn” are to Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

This podcast expresses the views of its participants and may not represent the views of Mid Penn or its officers and employees. In addition, these views are subject to change without notice and Mid Penn has no duty or obligation to update the information contained in this podcast.

This podcast is being made available for informational purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. The content in this podcast does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice, whether legal, tax, accounting, financial or otherwise. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting or investment professionals before engaging in any financial transaction. 

Mid Penn does not make any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information in this podcast, does not endorse any third-party companies, products or services, and assumes no liability for your use of this information.  Forward-looking statements should not be considered guarantees or predictions of future events.

This podcast is the sole property of Mid Penn and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, or posted in whole or in part, in any form without the prior written consent of Mid Penn.
(c)2025