White Clay

Curious how the election will impact the economy — and what it means for #fintechs and buyers? Looking for insights without the sales pitch? We've got the perfect webinar for you! Our very own, Mac Thompson, joins Allan Rayson and Christopher Aliotta for the final National Fintech Organization (NFO) Growth Garage of the year on December 5th at 1 pm ET. In this must-attend session, you’ll gain valuable insights into the trends reshaping the financial services industry, explore the economic impacts, and leave with actionable takeaways to navigate what’s next. Register here: https://lnkd.in/efXFxavg

White Clay's latest survey with The Harris Poll explores how Americans perceive and engage with their primary #financialinstitutions. The survey found that: ➡68% of FI users do not feel known by their primary financial institution ➡3 in 5 FI users (61%) have never had a personal relationship with their primary financial institution ➡Half of FI users (50%) would consider switching their primary financial institution if another bank or credit union offered more personalized financial guidance Read more here: https://lnkd.in/etgqDKX6

As #treasurymanagement becomes a vital service for community banks, several key questions arise: ➡️ What are the driving forces behind the growing demand for treasury management services? ➡️ How can implementing treasury management benefit your bank in terms of non-interest income and customer relationships? ➡️ What steps should you take to start building an effective treasury management team? ➡️ How do you navigate the dual role of fintech as both a partner and a competitor in this space? Curious to learn more? Be sure to read Steve Cocheo's article in The Financial Brand, featuring insights from b1BANK, Encore Bank, and our own Mac Thompson. https://lnkd.in/eVWkyxMC

The #banking industry is undergoing significant changes, and our own Mac Thompson explains why financial institutions must rethink their incentive programs. Banks need to move beyond volume-based rewards to data-driven, relationship-focused incentives that empower bankers and foster sustainable growth. Read his latest article in The Banking BUSINESS News Network, LLC to learn how your #bank can successfully make this shift with intentional technological and cultural changes. https://lnkd.in/eSJTYVTC

Mac Thompson's byline in American Bankers Association's ABA Banking Journal offers four key questions to help banks assess if they're truly relationship-focused. These questions can help transform banks into trusted advisors, improving client experiences and driving growth. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/gTFe-BRt

Check out Scott Earwood's feature in Finopotamus! In the article, Scott discusses the essential role that #technology plays in the financial sector today. He explains how it has shifted from being a support function to a key strategic focus. Scott also talks about our iterative approach to innovation, especially with #AI, and how he encourages our team to explore new ideas. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e7K5k3Hu

Boosting #profitability through #loan volume is no longer enough. Today’s economic landscape — characterized by compressed margins, potential charge-offs, a challenging deposit environment, and reduced consumer cash reserves — is pushing #banks to rethink their strategies to stay profitable. The answer? Tailored loan pricing. Banks must customize pricing for each customer segment, aligning it with their balance sheet strategy and taking regulations into account. Check out Mac Thompson's article in BAI for more insights! https://lnkd.in/eXBbiPaJ

This Friday at 10 am ET, don’t miss our founder & CEO, Mac Thompson, live on Talk With Kiet! Mac will dive into his extensive career in #banking, his entrepreneurial journey that led to the creation of White Clay, and share his forward-looking vision for the future of commercial banking. Mark your calendars and be sure to join the conversation! It’s going to be a great discussion filled with valuable insights.

Our Founder & CEO, Mac Thompson, recently shared his unique story on Tyfone, Inc.'s Digital Banking podcast, hosted by Josh DeTar! Mac's path to banking leadership? Far from typical. (Hint: It involves a surfboard and some power chords!) Here are five key insights from his journey: - Unconventional backgrounds breed innovation - AI & data analytics are revolutionizing customer interactions - Personalization is key in financial services - Customer-centric approach > one-size-fits-all solutions - Balancing tech innovation with empathy is crucial Curious about his full story? Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/eq89GAdk

For Bank Board Training Forum 2024 Scott Earwood, our Director of Community Solutions, will be presenting our method to ensure profitability within each banking relationship. He will be sharing real examples of obstacles that our bank clients have faced, as well as the next steps your bank should take to overcome the main barriers to untapped revenue growth. BBTF attendees can join us on Monday morning!