This episode of Insights features host Jim Rieniets from INSBANK interviewing Kim Snyder from KlariVis and Al Dominick from Cornerstone Advisors about the evolving landscape of community banking. The conversation explores how both guests became change agents in the industry, with Kim's journey from CPA to community banker to founding a data analytics company, and Al's path from bank director to consulting. They discuss the critical importance of data foundations for community banks, the current state of AI adoption in banking, and emerging threats like cryptocurrency and stablecoins. The guests emphasize that community banks must embrace technology and find their niches to remain competitive, while maintaining their crucial role in supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs. Key themes include the need for banks to start their digital transformation journey despite imperfect data, the importance of asking vendors about their R&D investments, and practical advice for leaders on embracing uncomfortable learning experiences and making decisive pivots when strategies aren't working.

This interview explores the inspiring story of Amputee Blade Runners, a Nashville-based nonprofit that provides specialized prosthetic devices to help amputees return to active lifestyles. The organization's executive director shares the founding story, which began with a young football player who broke prosthetic feet playing sports and led to the creation of high-performance running legs. The conversation covers how insurance often only covers basic mobility needs, leaving gaps for athletic and recreational activities. The nonprofit serves people across all age groups, from children wanting to play tag with friends to adults rediscovering running after decades. Key topics include the custom fitting process for prosthetics, community building among amputees, the psychological aspects of limb loss, and how the organization operates through donations and volunteers. The discussion also touches on the various causes of limb loss, from diabetes and trauma to congenital conditions, and emphasizes the importance of giving people tools to live complete, active lives rather than just survive.

The Nashville Playmakers is a Nashville based organization dedicated to the advancement and support of women in the field of sports. And by sports they mean, all areas of sports from management to broadcasting to agency. Listen to these two great women pour their hearts out in the latest INSights conversation from Reel Bank Media, powered by INSBANK.