Banking Episodes

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY PROLIFIC BANKING In this episode of The Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Scott Graf, President and Founder of Prolific Banking (www.prolificbanking.com). Theydiscuss Scott’s journey from early internet technology and commercial online banking to founding Prolific Banking in 2020 with the belief that financial institutions should not have to rip and replace core infrastructure to modernize treasury and payments operations. The conver...

In this episode of The Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Mark Brousseau, President of Brousseau & Associates. Seth and Mark discuss Mark’s unexpected journey from aspiring newspaper reporter to payments, AP, AR, treasury, and automation thought leader, along with his work with IOFM and the Cash Management Leadership Institute. They explore how accounts payable and accounts receivable have evolved from back-office functions into strategic sources of cash flow ins...

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY ALACRITI In this episode of The Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Stuart Bain, Senior Vice President of Product Management at Alacriti (www.alacriti.com), and Deepak Kapoor, Senior Vice President and Head of Payments Product at Huntington National Bank(www.huntington.com). Stuart and Deepak share their unique journeys into the payments industry before discussing howbanks and fintechs are working together to modernize commercial payme...

In this episode of The Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Marcia Klingensmith, banking modernization and ecosystem strategy leader at Candescent (www.candescent.com) and author of The Instant Edge blog (www.substack.com/@instantpaymentsmaven). Marcia, known as the Instant Payments Maven, shares her perspective on why treasury and business banking may drive the next phase of instant payments adoption. The conversation explores RTP, FedNow, the “receive-only rut,” ...

In this episode of The Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Scott Shay, founder of N3XT (www.n3xt.io) and co-founder of Signature Bank, for a wide-ranging conversation on full reserve banking, blockchain-based settlement, programmable money, and the future of financial infrastructure. Scott explains how N3XT’s model differs from traditional fractional reserve banking, why 24/7 real-time movement of money can matter for corporate treasurers, and how use cases like i...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe interviews Will K. Grace, Founder and CEO of DeNovo Treasury LLC (https://www.denovotreasury.com/). They explore the evolution of treasury management in community banks and credit unions, emphasizing why treasury is no longer optional for financial institutions looking to grow commercial relationships, retain deposits, and compete beyond traditional community banking models. Will discusses thechallenges smaller instit...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Julia Carreon, former Global Head of Platform and Client Experience for Citi Wealth and co-author of the forthcoming book Walking on Broken Glass. They discuss Julia’s rise through leadership roles at Wells Fargo and Citi, the operational and cultural differences between large financial institutions, and the realities of navigating executive power structures inside corporate America. Julia shares her perso...

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY 9LENSES In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe interviews Tom Hessen, CEO of 9Lenses (www.9lenses.com). They explore the challenges banks face in building meaningful client relationships, emphasizing the disconnect between relationship managers and treasury specialists and the limitations of traditional sales approaches. Tom discusses how shifting from transactional conversations to advisory-led consultations can unlock growth,...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe interviews Todd Weiden, CEO and Founder of SalteeCo (www.getsaltee.com). SalteeCo is a growth, talent + advisory focused consulting firm. They explore the critical role of leadership in driving growth, transformation, and execution across banks and credit unions, emphasizing why strategy alone is not enough without consistent coaching and accountability. Todd discusses howorganizations can move beyond check-the-box re...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Peter Davey, Founder of Payments Jedi Advisory, an advisory and consulting firm thathelps banks, credit unions, and fintechs cut through the complexity of today’s payments landscape and develop practical, implementable strategies for modern banking and payments. They discuss the development of RTP network, collaboration between financial institutions and fintechs, the challenges small and regional banks fa...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperers TalkCast, host Seth Marlowe welcomes Peter Tapling, Founder and Managing Partner at PTap Advisory LLC (https://ptapadvisory.com/), a seasoned entrepreneur and advisor in the payments industry. They delve into the evolution of payment systems, particularly focusing on the rise of faster payments and the challenges faced by financial institutions in the U.S. Peter shares insights from his extensive experience, including his role in the development of NACH...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Kris Chester, COO Emeritus at Kestra Financial (www.kestrafinanical.com). Kris is a seasoned leader in financial services, who shares insights from her 40-year career, her transition into retirement, and the importance of balancing work and family. She discusses her experiences at Kestra Financial and Wells Fargo, the challenges of merging corporate cultures, and the emotional aspects of stepping away from...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe is joined by Nicole Meyer, Founder and Managing Partner of The Meyer Partnership (www.meyerpartnership.com), an executive search firm for the global financial services industry. In this engaging conversation, Nicole shares her insights on the evolving landscape of the banking industry, the importance of upskilling especially around AI, and the role of candidates as problem solvers. She emphasizes the significance of n...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe is joined by Millicent Tracey, a leader at the crossroads of banking, technology, and customer experience. With a rich history at Wells Fargo and current roles on the boards of Banner Bank, Dwolla, and Identifee, Millicent shares her journey from corporate leadership to boardroom strategy. Discover insights on fintech partnerships, the evolving role of AI, and the challenges of navigating board responsibilities. Tune...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Kevin Traut, President and COO of Superior (www.superiorpress.com). They discuss the company's growth from a family-owned check printing business into a strategic partner for top U.S. banks. The centerpiece of Superior's offering is the Technical Assistance Center (TAC), a "game-changer" that provides technology, project management, and staffing augmentation to handle complex change management events and co...

In this episode of The Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Balakrishnan "Bala" Narasimhan, a seasoned banking transformation leader who works for Intellect Design Arena (www.intellectdesign.com) as the Head of Solution Consulting for the Americas. They discuss Bala's journey in the banking industry, the evolution of banking strategies, and the impact of technology and AI on banking. The conversation also covers the differences between large multinational banks and regiona...

Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Kevin Olsen, known in the industry as The Payments Professor. Kevin is the Senior Vice President of Innovation & Strategy at Pidgin (www.pidgin.net). The Whisperer and The Professor discuss the role of Pidgin in facilitating instant payments, the adoption rates of instant payment networks RTP and FedNow, and the various use cases for consumers and businesses. The conversation also touches on interoperability challenges, future developments in fraud...

Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Alyson Stone, Founder and CEO of Attion Consulting (www.attion.com) and Author of the Bankeration Banking News Roundup (www.bankeration.com). They discuss Alyson's extensive career in the financial services industry, her experiences as a Treasury summer intern at PepsiCo, emerging banking leader at Signature Bank, and the importance of networking in banking. The conversation also delves into the evolution of stablecoins, the impact of cryptocurrenc...

Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Lynne Marlor, Co-Founder of Women in Digital Assets Forum. Listen as we delve into Lynne's inspiring journey of a seasoned financial professional who made a bold transition from traditional banking to the cutting-edge world of blockchain and fintech. Discover how Lynne's curiosity led her to embrace blockchain technology, complete the Oxford Blockchain Strategy Program, and co-founding the Women in Digital Assets Forum (www.widaf.co). Her story is ...

Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with John Rubinetti, President of B2B Payments at Deluxe. With a wealth of experience and a pivotal role at Deluxe (www.deluxe.com), John shares insights into the evolving landscape of payments and the innovative strategies driving success. Discover how Deluxe is shaping the future of payments and what it means for businesses today. Listen as we learn of John's exploits on the soccer fields from high school through the pros. And, by the way, the answer ...

Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Wayne Brown, Managing Partner of The Walker Group. Wayne is a former banker that moved to Fintech and entrepreneurship. His boutique consulting firm focuses on Fintech clients looking to partner with banks. Wayne is a masterful networker and non-recruiter recruiter. His many webinars and in-person events bring people in the industry together to network and partner. Links: Wayne Brown on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayneabrownwalkergro...