Values Matter

Get ready for another insightful episode of Values Matter. In this installment, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Paula Strain, the Banking Center Manager for Southeast Louisiana. If there's one word to describe Paula, it's passionate. And you get to hear some of that passion as she shares how she got started at BankPlus. Paula also dives into how she strives to lead by example and nurture a culture that empowers employees to grow both professionally and personally.

This month, Tyler Doss from the Mobile, AL Commercial Real Estate Group joins us for the BankPlus Values Matter Podcast. Tyler is a shining example of what it is like to work for a team that works hard and plays hard. Humbly learning and growing, Tyler sheds light on the importance of maintaining a positive outlook and teamwork.

Welcome to another exciting episode of the BankPlus Values Matter Podcast! This month, join us as we hear from Toni Wilson in Brookhaven, MS.

No stranger to a challenge, Toni shares her story including details from the acquisition of State Bank and Trust and her involvement with Children's Hospital of Mississippi. Toni's genuine personality and kind heart shines through in everything she says and does.

Join us as we chat with Jade Cowan who's been part of the BankPlus family for the past 18 years. She shares the leadership lessons she learned across her time at BankPlus and how she learned to not sweat the small stuff when balancing work and family.

Intuitive, innovative, tenacious, talented, and intelligent are a few of the words our very own customer service extraordinaire and manager, Shari Jones, uses to inspire, motivate, and lead the BankPlus Customer Service Center. A natural storyteller, Shari tells us how she demonstrates excellence by exemplifying the BankPlus Values in her professional and personal life.

Join us as we visit with Jacob Bergeron in what he describes as Cajun Country, Eunice, LA. Jacob's well-rounded experience helps him to understand, relate, and live by the BankPlus values.

Join us as we take a walk in a BankPlus Winter Wonderland at Children's Hospital of Mississippi where patients are showered with Christmas cheer. Bank employees, hospital staff, and a special guest, Sara Ray, fill us in on what it is like to be the hands and feet of our mission to enrich lives and build stronger communities.

At BankPlus, our people continue to be our greatest asset. A leader and champion in more ways than one, Divya Patel sheds light on what it is like to live by the BankPlus values, the importance of learning continuously, and the battle against complacency. As an expert in hospitality with strong work ethic, she knows consistency is key.

Desiree Martin Bernardo, along with much of our Human Resources team, is often the first BankPlus face many of our employees meet. As Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist, she recognizes the importance of being a strong representative for the bank as well as supporting coworkers across our entire footprint.

If you're building a BankPlus Dream Team, Johnny Donaldson is likely a top draft pick. Our Executive Vice President & Chief Culture Officer and President – Jackson sits down with us and shares how his unique experiences prepared him for his role at BankPlus.