Sharing Knowledge Series

Are we headed for a recession in 2023? What economic indicators should we be paying attention to? These are some of the questions we explore in the 21st episode of our Sharing Knowledge Series. Host Kevin Vonderau, chief lending officer at Westfield Bank, sits down with Jon Park and Brian Toma, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA to offer predictions for 2023 and provide guidance to business owners who are bracing for a possible recession. Jon founded Westfield Bank in 2001 and has remained as executive chairman since he retired as CEO in 2021. Brian is managing partner and a registered investment advisor at Freeman Heyne Toma Financial Advisors.

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• May lose value

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• Are not insured by any federal or state government agency

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Many business leaders and community members hope to make a positive impact on the areas they serve and the neighborhoods in which they live. One of the best ways to uplift the community around you is through engaging with nonprofits and philanthropic efforts. The 20th episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series takes a closer look at how nonprofits operate and the ways that you can get involved.

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The thought of retirement or what’s next for you and your business is intimidating. But like many big decisions you make throughout your career, thoughtful planning will help set you up for success. That’s why in our 19th episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series, host Kevin Vonderau, chief lending officer at Westfield Bank, sits down with Gary D. Sirak, CLU®, ChFC®, president of Sirak Financial Services and author of How to Retire and Not Die: The 3 Ps That Will Keep You Young and Mark Dorman, AIF, CLU®, ChFC®, CFBS, CEPA, president & CEO of Legacy Business Advisors Ohio and Contributor to Forbes Business Council.

In this episode, Kevin, Gary, and Mark discuss considerations and factors that impact personal retirement, business perpetuation, and succession planning.

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How big of a role does marketing play for businesses looking to make the most of their budget and gain the attention they deserve? In our 18th episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series, host Kevin Vonderau, chief lending officer at Westfield Bank, is joined by Hallie Bram Kogelschatz, CEO & president of shark&minnow, and Mark Priebe, president of Proximity Marketing.

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Want to gain insight into the state of the retail industry and how businesses have been impacted by supply chain issues and rising inflation? In our 17th episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series, host Kevin Vonderau, chief lending officer at Westfield Bank, is joined by guests Scott Maloney, owner and president of Century Cycles, and Chris Curcio, CEO, and president of Litehouse Pools & Spas.

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In the 16th episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series, our host and chief lending officer, Kevin Vonderau, is joined by Jason Winkler, president, Summit Construction Company, LLC and Carlin Culbertson, CPA, vice president, Assurance Services Group at Meaden & Moore. Their discussion focuses on new construction, remodels, renovations, and the importance of staying ahead and being flexible in the face of supply chain issues.

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In our fifteenth episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series, our host and chief lending officer, Kevin Vonderau, is joined by Mike Milby, ceo and Beth Sweeney, president of Ratliff & Taylor, and Mike Toth, president and ceo of Westfield Bank. Together, they discuss the power of empowering your employees, the importance of an engaged workforce, and best practices to shape a healthy workplace culture.

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In our fourteenth episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series, our host and chief lending officer, Kevin Vonderau, is joined by Kristyn Henslee, owner, Yellow House Cheese, and Douglas Katz, owner, Zhug, Chimi, and Amba. Together, they discuss what they’ve learned from their years of experience in the restaurant and farming industries, the adjustments they’ve adapted during the pandemic, and the trends they expect to see in the coming years.

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In our thirteenth episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series, our host and chief lending officer, Kevin Vonderau, is joined by Andy Camp, president, Cutler Real Estate and Bob Giacomo, senior vice president, mortgage market leader, Westfield Bank. Together, they discuss inventory, new construction, mortgage rates, and the housing market trends they expect to see as we look ahead.

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In our twelfth episode of the Sharing Knowledge Series, our host and chief lending officer, Kevin Vonderau, is joined by Dan Spring, SIOR, president and business director, NAI Spring and Jim Pickard, president, Pickard Commercial Group. They discuss the current state of commercial real estate development and investment and look ahead at what trends to expect in the coming years.

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