As the 2026 Budget Season approaches, financial institutions are looking to put together project plans that set their network apart. Host Doug Ridley interviews The Element Group's Co-Founder William Foley on what goes into planning a successfulproject - from understanding branch needs, who should be involved, contingency planning for hidden fees and unforeseen conditions, to changes in square footage. This episode is a key resource for those looking to hone in on their budgeting strategy this year.
S2E1 | "A Strategic Approach to Branch Design: Prepping for Your Next Branch Project."
SHOW NOTES:
Link to Show Notes: https://www.everybitmatters.com/branch-project-preparation/
ABOUT THE HOST:
Doug Ridley: On Instagram, Doug describes himself as “a summer camp evangelist….” and a “napping connoisseur.” His feed is full of bright and beautiful images showing the special moments of life and reflect his focus on the things that make life rich. A graduate of The College of Saint Rose with a BFA in Sculpture, Doug brings an aesthetic and attentive eye to all that he does. Having spent the first part of his career as the YMCA, Doug lives by the values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. A consummate foodie and seacoastexplorer, Doug can often be found exploring good eats, supporting local haunts, participating in outdoor sports clubs, and volunteering at charity events. A mind busy with inspirations, Doug comes to The Element Group with a wealth of new ideas, drawing from his experience as Director of Accounts at Vital Design where he helped build and shape their retainer program. He is most ‘in his element’ when he is skiing, enjoying a long run, or relaxing in his garden.
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"Great things in business are never done by one person; they’re done by a team of people." - Steve Jobs
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ABOUT THE GUEST:
William Foley: When he is not golfing, skiing or relaxing with family, William is hard at work ensuring that the Company he co-founded continues to thrive. After studying at Utica College, William began his career in the design build industry. Nearlythirty years of experience has equipped him with extensive upper-level knowledge in finance, sales, design, build, merchandising, and digital. William wants to see The Element Group continue to grow, become “top-of-mind” for clients and prospects, increase in size and national physical presence, andgrow its employee base, sourced from the industry’s best. A man who is consistently “in his element,” William’s favorite quotes are a testament to the way he lives his life and runs the Company.
“I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth.” — Lou Gehrig
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” — Steve Jobs
Linked In @WilliamFoley
About the ElementGroup:
does your physical space help attract, delight, andretain customers?
We partner with financial institutions like yours todesign, build, and remodel facilities for the digital age, develop brand identities, select markets and sites, and implement messaging and merchandising strategies across your network. The results? Enhanced customer and member loyalty, more efficient operations, and increased profitability.
Together with our financial partners we collaborate and strategize how to achieve the personal needs of community banks and credit unions. Our team approach ensures aseamless process allowing you to best serve your employees, customers, members, and local communities.
From cutting-edge graphic and digital design to intentional architectural environments, we pride ourselves on delivering full solutions, nationwide.
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