The Cannon Curve

Today we stroll down the path that has positioned Gary Stringer as the President, Chief Investment Officer, and co-founder of Stringer Asset Management. His story is rooted deep in the financial industry, having served in roles at Franklin Templeton, Legg Mason, and Morgan Keegan prior to his bold venture into entrepreneurship.

We begin this episode by uncovering early career lessons that have not only provided Mr. Stringer insight about himself, but have also shaped the way he serves his current clients. These initial lessons follow him through his professional journey, and are echoed in the leadership traits he upholds. His "ice on the wing captain" leadership approach, strategic decision-making techniques, and thoughtful team-dynamic considerations have all contributed to the continued success he has earned. Whether you are a seasoned leader or a budding entrepreneur, Stringer's insights and perspectives will add value to your leadership pursuits as well as your business endeavors.

Resources: Gary Stringer Bio: http://stringeram.com/our-team.aspx?type=investments

Contact Gary Stringer: Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Phone: (901) 800 – 2956

Today on the Cannon Curve we retrace Mark Garrett's professional narrative and discover the challenges and accomplishments that have led him to his current role as Executive Chairman of Moors & Cabot. Garrett has served in a diverse array of industries and has experience with startup firms, privately held businesses, international consulting firms, as well as family-owned businesses. Through these endeavors, he has gained a wide breadth of operating and leadership experience. Today we uncover the lessons he has learned that have helped define his success.

We begin this episode reminiscing Garrett's high school job as a busboy and the role it played in shaping a sturdy foundation for his future. Continuing along his professional journey, Garrett defines his perspective on the difference between a manager and a leader, the importance of a strong culture and the "long race" patient leadership requires. We dive further to find that great leaders not only lay a strong foundation for success but also recognize that they "can't beat experience" when it comes to enhancing their impact.

Resources:

Jim Collins – Good to Great: http://www.jimcollins.com/books.html

Today, we discuss the impact that creativity and innovation have had on Tony Guthrie's professional path and how they have led him to his current role as Executive Chairman of TMI Holdings Incorporated and TMI Trust Company. Over four decades ago, Mr. Guthrie began building an incredible career driven by his passion for the industry. He has excelled in a variety of entrepreneurial and leadership roles with companies including Bankers Trust South Carolina, First Union, Reliance Trust Company, and TMI.

What experiences and opportunities have curved Mr. Guthrie's leadership practices? What has motivated him to continue down this entrepreneurial path?

In this episode, we will explore Tony's story, his numerous accomplishments and entrepreneurial endeavors, and his talent for changing the course of a business for the better.

Resources:

Tony Guthrie: https://www.tmico.com/about-tmi/

TMI Trust Company: https://www.tmico.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-guthrie-3419a71a/

Joining us on the Cannon Curve today is Kyle McDonald – Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Argent Financial Group. Mr. McDonald’s story is unique in that he has driven an entrepreneurial path in an industry rooted in tradition and relatively slow to change. Prior to his role at Argent, Kyle served as an Associate Attorney at Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips; then, from 1985 – 1990, served as the Vice President & Trust Officer of Ruston State Bank. In 2016, McDonald received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for his innovative achievements and commitment to excellence; and in 2014, was recognized as Louisiana Tech Business School Alumnus of the Year.

In this episode, we will touch on the concept of humble confidence – a characteristic of Kyle’s leadership style that helped him drive Argent Financial Group to the success it knows today. We will also discuss the measured risk involved in stepping away from a larger bank to become independent, talk about the importance of finding passion in your work, and analyze the factors that are crucial to successful M&A activity. Enjoy the show!

Resources:

Kyle McDonald – EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award: https://argentfinancial.com/press-release/ey-announces-winners-for-the-ey-entrepreneur-of-the-year-2016-gulf-coast-area-award/

Argent Financial Group: https://argentfinancial.com/

Yesterday marked an exciting event in Cannon’s history – the official launch of our newest podcast series, the Cannon Curve. This is a podcast dedicated to sharing the narratives of top thought leaders across a varied industry spectrum, and formatted to give our listeners unique, first-person insight into what characteristics and habits create a successful leader.

Today, Executive Chairman and Cannon Curve host, Phil Buchanan, sits on the other side of the microphone to answer a few questions about the release of the new series. We start our program by talking about the insights Phil hopes to bring from the leaders he interviews, and then wrap things up by getting to know a little more about Phil’s perspective on the value of leadership. 

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The Cannon Curve: http://www.cannonfinancial.com/the-cannon-curve

From Good to Great by Jim Collins: http://www.jimcollins.com/

In this episode of the Cannon Curve, we dive further into the narrative Mr. Robert Moore, Chief Executive Officer of Cetera Financial Group, and discuss fresh topics in financial leadership including:

• The difference between advocacy for a client-centric business model versus the execution of that model
• The ways in which technology can provide the conditions for a firm to take a leadership position
• The significance of a mentor – real or abstract

Over the course of the last thirty years, Moore has gained unparalleled insight into the art of leadership through his impressively diverse range of experience. He guides his team thoughtfully and deliberately, maintaining positive momentum through servant leadership and an ongoing desire to acquire knowledge. We are excited to share his insights with you today, thank you for tuning in to the Cannon Curve.

Resources:

Twitter – Moore: https://twitter.com/RJMGLENLAKE

LinkedIn – Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-j-moore-cfa-12b9b411/

Email: [email protected]

Cetera Financial Group: https://www.cetera.com/

Facebook – Cetera Financial Group: https://www.facebook.com/Cetera-Financial-Group-1469578803263166/