The Community Bank Podcast

How to Grow Your Bank's ROE with Ed Kofman

Jul 20, 2026

Today on the show Caleb Stevens sits down with Ed Kofman to discuss 4 key drivers of profitability for today's community banks.

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What’s Next for Rates, Inflation, and the Markets with Joe Keating

Jul 13, 2026

In this episode, Tom Fitzgerald sits down with economist Joseph Keating to discuss the economic outlook amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, evolving Federal Reserve policy, and rapid investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure. The conversation provides an essential and timely look at the key economic...

How First Community Bank is Creating a Sales Culture with Scott Cocanougher and Randy Goggans

Jul 6, 2026

Today we sit down with Scott Cocanougher, CEO of First Community Bank in Shelbyville, Tennessee and Randy Goggans, founder of the company BankerBounty. Together we discuss the keys to creating change inside your organization and how to create an effective referral program.

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The Art of Strategic Planning with Mark Kanaly

Jun 29, 2026

In this episode of The Community Bank Podcast, Caleb Stevens sits down with attorney Mark Kanaly to explore the fundamentals of effective strategic planning for community banks. They discuss how strong leadership, clear alignment, and thoughtful preparation can turn strategy from a one-time exercise into a living,...

How Early Leadership Lessons Shape the Next Generation of Bankers

Jun 22, 2026

In this episode, Chris Nichols and Caleb Stevens sit down with Brennan Perkins, a recent Citadel graduate, to explore how early leadership experiences translate into a career in banking. From learning how to be an effective follower to leading peers under pressure, Brennan shares key lessons on servant...