Welcome to another episode of Mind Matters! In today's show, our host Kendall Raessler sits down with the incredible Carrie Forbes, CEO of League Data Limited. Known affectionately as "Miss Technology" within the credit union world, Carrie shares her unique journey from an arts degree holder to a powerful leader in technology and finance.

Get ready to dive deep into Carrie's fascinating career path, her self-reflective leadership style, the importance of work-life balance, and the wisdom she's gained along the way. Tune in to learn how Carrie handles the fast-paced world of technology and maintains harmony within her organization.

Whether you're an aspiring leader or an established executive, this episode is packed with valuable insights that can help you navigate your professional journey. Welcome to Mind Matters with Carrie Forbes!

Timestamps

00:00 An Unconventional career path leads to unexpected success.

04:02 Evolution from the public sector to adult education.

06:43 Self-reflection on purpose, growth, and alignment.

12:41 Leaders must model the behavior they expect. Staff follows.

15:41 Learning from advice, evolving, and finding new mentors.

18:55 Technology's fast pace challenges the human brain.

20:11 Value communication, focus on intent and connection.

23:41 Understanding the complexities of powerful CEOs.

Connect with Carrie Forbes

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caforbes/

Website:https://leaguedata.ca/home

In this episode, host Kendall Raessler welcomes Chad Elledge, the Executive Vice President and Risk Officer for Texas Heritage National Bank. Chad takes us on a fascinating journey from his early days in East Texas to earning a computer programming degree from Texas A&M, and eventually transitioning into the banking sector in an unconventional path.

You'll hear about his career pivot from IT to risk management, the personal challenges he faced, and the invaluable lessons he learned along the way. Chad shares insights on the importance of staying informed, leveraging relationships, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture. Plus, he offers practical advice on balancing work and personal life, and how technology plays a critical role in modern banking.

Tune in to discover how persistence, adaptability, and a positive mindset can drive success in any career.

Timestamps

00:00 Funny story of a career change from coding.

04:24 Employee promoted to CEO after requesting an interview.

07:36 Difficulty reading; learned to work harder.

10:14 Persistence and mentorship lead to personal success.

15:32 Stay up to date to think bigger.

19:52 Embracing teamwork, valuing diverse input, and empowerment.

21:32 The Institution's growth is driven by strong customer relationships.

25:52 Technology as an asset, risk analysis evolution in banking.

Connect with Chad Elledge

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cellag93/

Website: https://www.thnb.bank/about/

In this episode, we delve into Kendall's remarkable leadership journey, including his unexpected challenges when he took over as CEO just nine weeks before the pandemic hit. Kendall shares how his commitment to radical transparency and fee-free banking has revolutionized Amplify, improved employee engagement, and provided better financial solutions for its members.

We also explore his innovative approach to remote work and maintaining a strong company culture.

Tune in for invaluable insights on leadership, financial innovation, and navigating unprecedented times. Let's dive in!

Timestamps

00:00 Praise for Kendall, overview of journey requested.

03:25 Unexpected challenges arose, requiring swift workplace adaptation.

08:04 Amplify embraces radical transparency in communication methods.

12:07 Revolutionizing banking with customer-friendly policies and no fees.

15:48 Dell, technology-oriented, remote-first credit union growth.

19:49 Embraced remote work, expanded to 22 states.

22:15 Downside of remote work and culture conversations.

Connect with Kendall Garrison

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendallgarrison/

Website: https://www.goamplify.com