Best Fhlb Podcasts (2025)

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Mission Month Part Two - Hearing from our Community 18:27

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13d ago18:27

18:27

Why do we do what we do? Tune in to this special episode in celebration of our Mission Month. Hear from two members of the community as they share firsthand how our housing mission changed their lives. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to a…

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Mission Month Part One - Employee Perspective 28:59

13d ago28:59

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Why do we do what we do? Tune in to this special episode in celebration of our Mission Month as we hear from employees from across our organization sharing how the mission inspires and resonates with them every day. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. …

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Special Episode: Intern Class of 2025 24:38

1M ago24:38

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In this special episode of iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta podcast, you'll hear from some of our summer interns as they share insight on their experience at the Bank. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not co…

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AMC Insight: A Special Episode 32:28

3M ago32:28

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Recently, we hosted members from across our footprint at our Annual Member Conference. On top of the opportunity to network, learn, and engage with FHLBank Atlanta, a group of members sat down with Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, to share some of their insight with our podcast listeners. Tune in today to hear from Kort Brown of BankUnited…

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Why the Best CIOs Start with the Problem, Not the Tech | Meet Rukus Esi, CDO @ AvalonBay 41:37

4M ago41:37

41:37

In this episode, we’re joined by Rukevbe (Rukus) Esi, Chief Digital Officer at AvalonBay Communities, for a high-impact conversation on what it really takes to lead digital transformation at scale. With 25+ years of experience across six industries, Rukus shares practical, no-fluff strategies on building high-performing teams, shifting to product-c…

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Meet Justin Fanelli, The Navy's HIGHLY EXPERIENCED Chief Technology Officer 46:24

5M ago46:24

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Welcome to another episode of the Oteemo CIO Podcast. In this unique episode, we interview Justin Fanelli, CTO at the US Department of the Navy and Technical Director of PEO Digital. With a value-packed session, we cover everything from modernization, agile, AI, and leadership. Here are some of the key takeaways from this episode: 1. Mindset is the…

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News You Can Use: Episode Eleven 15:44

5M ago15:44

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In the latest episode of News You Can Use, ShaDonte Butler, Community Investment Relationship Manager, sits down with Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, to discuss our 2025 Affordable Housing Programs and how our members are leveraging them to benefit their communities. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is…

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Volunteerism with Sam Bell 9:31

5M ago9:31

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Joining us for this episode is Sam Bell, Director of Business Projects and Solutions. In addition to her role here at FHLBank Atlanta, Sam is actively involved in the leadership of Atlanta Community ToolBank, one of our long-time community partners. She joins us in this episode to discuss her experience with balancing her professional and volunteer…

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News You Can Use: Episode Ten 26:48

8M ago26:48

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Join us for episode ten of News You Can Use as Joe Kennerson, Managing Director at Darling Consulting Group, joins Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, to share strategic insight as we plan for the months ahead. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Ho…

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Suresh Soundararajan Shares His Top IT Modernization Strategies! Oteemo CIO Podcast 47:30

8M ago47:30

47:30

In this latest episode, Healthcare IT Leader Suresh Soundararajan joins our CIO Podcast and shares his experiences as the CIO of the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), focusing on strategy, innovation, and transformation. His unique take on balancing short-term goals with long-term successes is just one of the amazing insights from this episode. …

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News You Can Use: Episode Nine 38:12

9M ago38:12

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We wrap up 2024 with episode nine of News You Can Use. Tune in as Scott Hildenbrand Head of Depository Fixed Income at Piper Sandler, joins Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, to share a few key industry insights as the year comes to a close. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretati…

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News You Can Use: Episode Eight 16:57

10M ago16:57

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Join Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Daniel Williams, Senior Relationship Manager, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. R…

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We Interviewed Ramesh Razdan: CIO at Bain & Company | Oteeemo CIO Podcast 39:37

10M ago39:37

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We interviewed Ramesh Razdan, the Global CIO/CTO at Bain & Company, on our CIO Podcast, hosted by Raja Gudepu, CEO of Oteemo. Welcome back to another CIO Podcast! In this episode of the Oteemo CIO Podcast, we sit down with Ramesh Razdan, the CIO of Bain Consulting, to discuss his journey from Kashmir, India, to a global tech leadership role. Ramesh…

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Technology Leadership Insights Uncovered With Brian Comp. & Roger Nowakowski FHLB | I CIO Podcast 36:04

12M ago36:04

36:04

Welcome to another value-packed episode from the Oteemo CIO Podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Brian Comp, CIO of FHLB Cincinnati, and Roger Nowakowski, CIO of FHLB Office of Finance, to dive into the latest insights and strategies shaping the future of IT leadership. What truly makes this episode special is the opportunity to highlight the…

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Digital Transformation For Ladies Golf With Liz Moore from LPGA | Oteemo CIO Podcast 40:07

1y ago40:07

40:07

Join our CEO, Raja Gudepu, as he hosts a dynamic conversation with a leading technology executive. In this insightful podcast with Liz Moore from LPGA, they discuss the future of innovation, tech leadership, and strategies for navigating today's digital landscape. Whether you're an aspiring IT leader or a seasoned professional, this episode offers …

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News You Can Use: Episode Seven 19:55

1y ago19:55

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Join Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Sam Mahler, Director of Government and Industry Relations, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Ba…

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Evolving to Meet Rising Customer Expectations | Aboudi Roustom | CIO Podcast with Lisa | Oteemo 34:26

1y ago34:26

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In this episode, we interview Aboudi Roustom, CIO of Coach USA. We discuss the importance of customer experience, organizations evolving with customer expectations, and the role digital transformation plays in this process. We also discuss how markets change, the importance of adaptation, and what Aboudi calls "Self Disrupt." Disrupting: the market…

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News You Can Use: Episode Six 12:35

1y ago12:35

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Join Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, and Patrick Rutledge, Public Finance Relationship Manager, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific …

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Ensuring Business Continuity | CIO Strategies | Nate Melby | CIO Podcast with Lisa | Oteemo 34:39

1y ago34:39

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What happens when you are the CIO of the organization supplying electricity to the power grid? Business continuity and "keeping the lights on" becomes extremely important. Serving 700,000 people with utilities. In our latest episode, we interview Naty Melby from Dairyland Power Cooperative, where he shares his insights. We covered a lot! 1. First u…

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"Phones In Cardboard Boxes" + Digital Transformation For Education | Amy Jaeckel | CIO Podcast 36:34

1+ y ago36:34

36:34

In our latest episode, we interview Amy Jaeckel, Director of Technology and Information from Green Bay Area Public School District! In this episode, Amy dives into what role technology plays in education, how she sees it evolving, and so many interesting stories and insights from her hands-on experiences. Including holding up mobile phones in cardb…

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"A chip up our nose and computer in our brains" | Kristie Grinnell | CIO Podcast | Oteemo 42:25

1+ y ago42:25

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the CIO Podcast. In this episode, we interview the much esteemed Kristie Grinnell. Lisa, our host, and Kristie discuss key points around the adoption of technology, advancing trends, AI and safety concerns, digital transformation, and the importance of communication with leadership and stakeholders. Connect wi…

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Digital Transformation Without Having an Organizational Strategy? Meet Lawrence Anderson | CIO Podcast 46:23

1+ y ago46:23

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"Digital Transformation Without Having an Organizational Strategy?" In this episode, we will interview our guest speaker, Dr. Lawrence Anderson, from Transcend Digital Solutions. We discuss aspects of culture, leadership, technology adoption, and the importance of staying agile. Connect with Lawrence on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrenc…

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"Don't Do It in a Vacuum" - Judith Apshago, Amtrak | CIO Podcast with Lisa | Ep. #6 33:04

1+ y ago33:04

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Welcome to the CIO Podcast brought to you by Lisa Roger from Oteemo. In this episode, we will be interviewing our guest speaker Judith Apshago from Amtrak. Key takeaways from this episode👇🏼 The importance of communicating and getting buy-in from key stakeholders Don't do it in a vacuum! Rolling out OKRs Focusing on scalability vs processes The role…

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News You Can Use: Episode Five 16:44

1+ y ago16:44

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Join Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, and ShaDonte Butler, Senior Affordable Housing Program Relationship Manager, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Referenc…

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Digital Transformation Beyond Unions | Nicole Weaver, HFMA | Oteemo CIO Podcast With Lisa | Ep. #4 31:32

1+ y ago31:32

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Welcome to the CIO Podcast brought to you by Lisa Roger from Oteemo. In episode #4, we will be interviewing our guest speaker Nicole Weaver from HFMA (Healthcare Financial Management Association) Digital Transformation isn't just something "we do" Navigating unions and traditional operations Agreements and change when working with Unions Managing s…

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"Technology is the answer" Christie Nader, Jet Aviation | Oteemo CIO Podcast With Lisa | Ep. 3 39:02

1+ y ago39:02

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Welcome to the CIO Podcast brought to you by Lisa Roger from Oteemo. In this episode, we will be interviewing our guest speaker Christie Nader from Jet Aviation. Key takeaways from this episode👇🏼 What role does the CIO see technology playing in the company's long-term vision? Technology is the answer! Key examples of successful collaborations that …

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Customer Experience with Leah Douglass and Brittany Strickland 10:45

1+ y ago10:45

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Joining us for the latest episode of iLink are Brittany Strickland, Director of Marketing, and Leah Douglass, Sales and Trading Operations Manager. Brittany and Leah will be sharing some insight on our Customer Experience efforts and how you can introduce similar programs at your institution. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal inter…

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"IT In The Business For The Business" With Ghada Ijam, Federal Reserve | CIO Podcast With Lisa Ep #5 30:47

1+ y ago30:47

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Welcome to the CIO Podcast brought to you by Lisa Roger from Oteemo. In this episode, we will be interviewing our guest speaker Ghada Ijam from the Federal Reserve. Key takeaways from this episode👇🏼 "IT In the business for the business". Strategy and Innovation: think resiliency, trust, and risk. How to marry the Art Of The Business with an ever-ch…

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"Overcome Change Resistance" Kevin Switala, Gannett Fleming | Oteemo CIO Podcast With Lisa | Ep. #2 26:20

1+ y ago26:20

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Welcome to the CIO Podcast brought to you by Lisa Roger from Oteemo. In this episode, we will be interviewing our guest speaker Kevin Switala from Gannett Fleming. Key takeaways from this episode👇🏼 Understanding the importance of strategic thinking from a CIO and technology perspective. People first, and overcoming challenges. Aligning transformati…

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Meet Scott Frost From 3Pillar Global | Oteemo CIO Podcast With Lisa | Ep. 1 24:25

1+ y ago24:25

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Welcome to the CIO Podcast brought to you by Lisa Roger from Oteemo. In this first and exciting episode, we will be interviewing our esteemed guest speaker Scott Frost from 3Pillar Global. Key takeaways 1. Transformation and Scott's philosophy and approach to this 2. What were the biggest challenges faced during the digital transformation journey? …

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News You Can Use: Episode Four 21:29

1+ y ago21:29

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Join Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, as they sit down with Kirk Malmberg, Chief Executive Officer, for the latest episode of News You Can Use from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (…

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News You Can Use: Episode Three 31:10

1+ y ago31:10

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Join Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, as they sit down with Kamal Hosein, Managing Director at Stifel, for the latest episode of News You Can Use from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlant…

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News You Can Use: Episode Two 7:32

2y ago7:32

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Join Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, for the latest episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity doe…

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News You Can Use: Episode One 13:11

2y ago13:11

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Join Scott Brennan, Director of Sales, and Todd Wacker, Director of Member Strategy, for the first episode of News You Can Use, from iLink, an FHLBank Atlanta Podcast. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does…

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Bank On It: 6 Ways to Stand Out in a Crowded Field 28:02

2y ago28:02

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On our most recent episode, Brittany Strickland, Director of Marketing, sits down with Randall Kirsch, Partner at Jackson Spalding, an award-winning PR and marketing agency, to discuss the 6 ways your institution can stand out in a crowded field. Please click here for our companion piece. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpret…

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Recruiting Trends with Heather Coyle 9:52

2y ago9:52

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On our most recent episode, Heather Coyle, Manager of Talent Acquisition and Development, sits down with us to discuss the recruiting trends she is seeing in the marketplace. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or enti…

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National Homeownership Month Panel 24:45

2y ago24:45

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On our most recent episode, Sharron Kelly of Citizens Trust Bank and Gary Barnoff of Jarrettsville Federal Savings and Loan Association sit down with ShaDonte Butler of FHLBank Atlanta to explore how our partnership has helped to further homeownership in the communities they serve. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation n…

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AHP Homeownership Set-aside Program with Brent Sute of Synovus Bank 12:09

2+ y ago12:09

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Join us for a conversation about our Affordable Housing Program (AHP) Homeownership Set-aside Program with Brent Sute of Synovus Bank. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or…

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Preparing for Rising Rates with Joe Kennerson of Darling Consulting Group 27:43

3+ y ago27:43

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Join Joe Kennerson of Darling Consulting Group to discuss how your organization can prepare for rising rates. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Ba…

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Shareholder Spotlight: John Tomasello of Burke & Herbert Bank 18:25

3+ y ago18:25

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Join ShaDonte Butler, Assistant Vice President and Community Investment Relationship Manager at FHLBank Atlanta as she interviews John Tomasello, Vice President of Consumer and Residential Lending at Burke & Herbert Bank. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) po…

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Cybersecurity and Reputation Management with Sharon Cook 12:21

3+ y ago12:21

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Join Sharon Cook, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of FHLBank Atlanta, as we take a look at Cybersecurity and Reputation Management. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an…

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Farmland and Environmental Collateral Eligibility Expansion 9:38

4y ago9:38

9:38

Join Matthew Gilson, Senior Collateral Risk Analyst, and Heather Gilliam, Collateral Documentation and Operations Manager, for an overview of recent expansions of loan collateral eligibility for farmland mortgages and loans with resolved environmental risks. For members seeking more information on the information covered in this episode, please rea…

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eNotes Part I: An Overview With Nathan Miller and Kim Whittaker 9:12

4+ y ago9:12

9:12

Join Nathan Miller, Collateral Verification Review Team Lead, and Kim Whittaker, Senior Collateral Review Coordinator for an overview of electronic promissory notes, or eNotes. This is the first episode in an ongoing series exploring eNotes. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank …

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Earning Fee Income, Winning Relationships, and Being Competitive in a Low Rate Environment 41:18

4+ y ago41:18

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Join Public Finance Relationship Manager Patrick Rutledge for an in-depth look at how you can use our letters of credit to spur business growth. This episode explores the practical strategies that can help generate fee income, build new business relationships, increase customer retention rates, and lay a firm foundation for sustainable business gro…

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Building a Diversity and Inclusion Program with Leslie Schreiner 16:34

4+ y ago16:34

16:34

Join us for a conversation with Director of Diversity and Inclusion at FHLBank Atlanta, Leslie Schreiner. In this episode, she will explore the steps you can take to build a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) program at your organization, no matter the size of your institution or the resources available to you. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither…

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A Look at Commercial Real Estate with Cal Evans of Synovus Bank 1:00:08

4+ y ago1:00:08

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The commercial real estate industry has been hit especially hard by the pandemic. What impact will this uncertainty have on your commercial lending? Cal Evans, Credit Market Intelligence Director for Synovus Bank, shares his insight from a recent installment of the FHLBank Atlanta Webinar Series to answer that question. Evans draws upon his years o…

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A Conversation with Piper Sandler's Scott Hildenbrand 28:25

5y ago28:25

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Join Scott Brennan, Director of Sales at FHLBank Atlanta and Scott Hildenbrand, Managing Director and Head of Balance Sheet Analysis and Strategy in the Financial Services Group at Piper Sandler for a discussion of the tactics that will leave institutions better prepared or further exposed in light of the potential upcoming rate changes. Podcast Di…

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Letters of Credit with Patrick Rutledge 8:08

5y ago8:08

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Join our guest, FHLBank Atlanta's Patrick Rutledge, for a discussion of letters of credit and how they can support your business goals. Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (Bank) policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement o…

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Shareholder Spotlight with Brian D. Schmitt of SouthCrest Bank 20:04

5y ago20:04

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Episode one features guests Brian D. Schmitt, President and CEO of SouthCrest Bank, and Jon Keagle, Vice President and Manager of Community Financial Institutions for FHLBank Atlanta. Brian and Jon discuss navigating a global pandemic as a community bank and touch on the relationship between SouthCrest and FHLBank Atlanta. Disclaimer: This podcast …