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The Driving the Cbus podcast co-hosts, Scott McComb, CEO of Heartland Bank and Kailyn Bucklew (McComb), a third-generation community banker, offer two different perspectives as they sit down and get real with local business owners. From well-established companies to startups, small businesses are the heart and soul of Columbus. Tune in to find out how it all began, what keeps them up at night – the current struggles they face, and what successes they are most proud of with some entertaining stories along the way.

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The Driving the Cbus podcast co-hosts, Scott McComb, CEO of Heartland Bank and Kailyn Bucklew (McComb), a third-generation community banker, offer two different perspectives as they sit down and get real with local business owners. From well-established companies to startups, small businesses are the heart and soul of Columbus. Tune in to find out how it all began, what keeps them up at night – the current struggles they face, and what successes they are most proud of with some entertaining stories along the way.

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Episodes

Jordan Helman – High Bank Distillery Co.

5/18/2022
We welcome Jordan Helman as our guest on the podcast, to celebrate the official opening of High Bank Distillery Co.'s new Gahanna/New Albany (OH) location on 5/18/22! Intentional is the word that comes to mind when referring to High Bank Distillery and its growth process in Columbus, and it also explains the core beliefs of two men whose friendship evolved and resulted in this successful distillery and restaurant. Jordan Helman and Adam Hines believe in purpose, and as the original founders...

Duration:00:32:27

Ron Stokes – President & CEO at Three Leaf Productions, Inc

3/7/2022
We welcome former Ohio State University Buckeye basketball great, radio sports broadcaster, and entrepreneur Ron Stokes. Ron talks a bit about what it was like to be a part of OSU basketball during his time on the team. So when you go there to play basketball, you're definitely going to be looked at and watched. Every day you're on TV, you're on the radio. And so you have to make sure that you're taking care of your business, right? Make sure that you're doing what you need to do as a...

Duration:00:34:12

Ryan Detrick – Chief Market Strategist at LPL Financial

2/7/2022
We were fortunate to speak with LPL Financial's Ryan Detrick just prior to his annual Economic Forecast & 2022 Outlook Luncheon, presented by Heartland Bank. This year he spoke at a luncheon in The Exchange in Bridge Park. Ryan talks about his career journey, moving from accounting to finance, and from Western & Southern Financial Group right out of college, then to various companies to now LPL Financial. What did he learn about himself? Just have faith in yourself. You know, at the end of...

Duration:00:36:15

Kevin Crowley of The Lox Bagel Shop

1/3/2022
We welcome Kevin Crowley, the owner of The Lox Bagel Shop, as our guest. Right now, they have one location in the Short North. He went to the Culinary Institute in New York City. From there he brought that skill back to Columbus, where he met his wife and they have two young children. As a restaurant entrepreneur, Kevin talks in-depth about how you have to have an irrational belief in your concepts and your people. You have to block everyone else out and just go. How did Kevin get interested...

Duration:00:33:26

Randy Malloy – President, General Manager, Owner, Worker Bee of WWCD Radio

12/6/2021
"Done is better than perfect." Randy Malloy has lived by that mantra unwittingly for most of his existence. Sometimes you just have to get it done. WWCD Radio has gone through numerous changes over the past few decades. The format has remained the same, but most noticeably to the listener, frequency changes on the FM dial. Randy talks about this, and more about being an entrepreneur, the importance of local business, and how important local radio is to the local business community. On the...

Duration:00:31:10

Cameron Mitchell of Cameron Mitchell Restaurants

11/1/2021
We're really privileged to have Cameron Mitchell, Founder and CEO of Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, the CRM Group on this episode. And he is no stranger to anyone in central Ohio. And now Cameron Mitchell Restaurants are breaking out on the national scene, with restaurants from coast to coast. We're going to hear more about his success, his origins, where it all came from, and some of the challenges that they have in the restaurant industry today. And we'll get Cameron's take on the 10 most...

Duration:00:39:55

Greg Ubert from Crimson Cup Coffee and Tea

10/4/2021
Greg Ubert is the Founder and President at Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea. After a short promising career in Chicago, he considered many opportunities. But, in the end, specialty coffee was his answer. He decided his mission would be to blend and roast a better cup of coffee. He moved home to live with his parents in Columbus, Ohio while he got his fledgling business off the ground. Why Columbus? He saw some great opportunity to grow his coffee idea, plus Columbus was attractive as a city to raise...

Duration:00:39:48

Meet Our New Co-Host, Kailyn Bucklew (McComb)!

9/27/2021
Our new season brings changes! As the initial creator of Heartland Bank’s Diving the Cbus, Kailyn Bucklew (McComb) remains actively involved in the development and continuation of the series. She is a co-host with her father, Scott, in addition to her duties in the Commercial Banking division. After graduating from The Ohio State University and beginning her career at Heartland, Kailyn started her “life” which includes her fiancé who also is a Heartland associate, a farm with many animals...

Duration:00:11:17

Laurie Pfeiffer, Director of Commercial Banking – Paycheck Protection Program Update

4/15/2020
Laurie is our guest again, and we cover how Heartland Bank can help your business with the process of applying for the Paycheck Protection Program. The CARES Act established a new $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program. The Program is providing much-needed relief to millions of small businesses so they can sustain their businesses and keep their workers employed. The new loan program will be available retroactive from Feb. 15, 2020, so employers can rehire their recently laid-off employees...

Duration:00:12:15

Laurie Pfeiffer, Director of Commercial Banking – Paycheck Protection Program for Self-Employed

4/15/2020
Laurie is our guest again, and we cover how Heartland Bank can help you, as a sole-proprietor or self-employed, with the process of applying for the Paycheck Protection Program. The CARES Act established a new $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program. The Program is providing much-needed relief to millions of small businesses so they can sustain their businesses and keep their workers employed. Starting April 10, 2020, independent contractors and self-employed individuals can apply for and...

Duration:00:14:32

Jessica McNamee, Heartland Bank Financial Planning – Financial Planning During COVID-19

4/6/2020
In this episode we talk with Jessica McNamee, Director of Financial Planning. How should investors react to the stock market during this COVID-19 pandemic? Jessica encourages investors to address "risk" vs "uncertainty." This is why you should plan. She stresses, stay calm, and don't make rash financial decisions. Take an assessment of your reserves and cash money. And, if you can take the long term perspective, keep putting into your 401K. Should you look at changing your 401K allocation?...

Duration:00:24:07

Laurie Pfeiffer, Director of Commercial Banking – How Your Bank Can Help Your Business During COVID-19?

3/27/2020
Laurie is our guest, and we cover how your bank can help your business during this pandemic. What should your business being doing today? Keep communicating. To your bank, CPA, insurance agent, all your partners Re-evaluate your revenue streams Create a 13-week cash flow, and update every few days What will a banker need to know when you contact them for options? Laurie offers up these items that will be covered. What is the current state of your business? What are your current revenue...

Duration:00:14:24

BJ Douglass, VP of Mortgage Lending – How To Manage Your Mortgage During COVID-19

3/27/2020
We talk with BJ about what measures and options are being put in place with this pandemic. Hardship options that you can ask about are deferred payments or interest only payments. To find out more, contact your bank. That information should be readily available on your monthly mortgage statement. BJ also covers how escrow is handled with any hardship option you may choose, plus what information you should have available when you call your bank. In addition to helping you in the short term,...

Duration:00:20:14

Ben Babcanec, Senior Vice President-Public Funds & Wholesale Deposit Manager – Are Your Bank Deposits Safe During COVID-19?

3/27/2020
We talk with Ben about the safety of your deposits at your financial institution during this COVID-19 pandemic. All deposits are safe in your bank. The FDIC insures up to $250,000 per depositor per account category. What are examples of the account categories? Accounts like single, joint, retirement, revocable trust, and irrevocable trust are a few examples. You can get specific information about what the FDIC insures at Ask EDIE. This is the FDIC's Electronic Deposit Insurance Estimator....

Duration:00:20:14

Alyssa Booms, Director of Branch Banking – What Can You Do at Your Bank During COVID-19?

3/27/2020
Alyssa gives us an update on what you can (and can't) do at your bank during this COVID-19 pandemic. Right now, specifically at Heartland Bank, and most banks, branch lobbies are closed except by appointment. Drive thru banking is still open, with staff and managers available at the branches. The best way to reach your bank, if you need to meet in person, is contact your banks customer service representative by phone. Alyssa offers these smart money moves to consider right now. Build a...

Duration:00:19:49

Jessica McNamee – Heartland Bank Planning Associates

1/28/2020
Disclaimer: The opinions voiced in this show (program) are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) may be appropriate for you, consult with your attorney, accountant, and financial advisor or tax advisor prior to investing. Securities are offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC. Insurance products offered through LPL Financial or its licensed affiliates. The investment...

Duration:00:33:08

Betty Collins – Brady Ware CPAs

1/7/2020
Betty Collins is with Brady Ware CPAs. She started her career in public accounting way back in 1988. As co-leader of the Long-Term Care Service team, which helps provide services to individuals with intellectual and development disabilities in nursing centers, established effective operational models so that they maximized their available funding. She consults with other small businesses, helping them prosper, with advice on general operations, management, cash-flow optimization, tax flow,...

Duration:00:36:42

Joel Oney – Heartland Bank Agribusiness Banking

12/3/2019
I speak with Joel Oney, Vice President, Manager of Agribusiness Lending at Heartland Bank. Joel has over 20 years of agricultural finance and leadership experience with Ohio and Kentucky farmers. He received his bachelor’s degree in Dairy Science from The Ohio State University and his master’s degree in Animal Nutrition from the University of Kentucky. Joel was born and raised on a dairy farm in northern Ohio where his family milks more than 500 dairy cows today. He has also served on...

Duration:00:33:15

Pat John – TransCounty Title Agency

11/12/2019
Pat John began his career as a title professional in 1985 in Dallas, Texas. Over the last 20-plus years, Patrick has held a host of positions—everything from processor to residential closer. In 1994, Patrick moved to Kansas City after accepting a position as a sales representative. In just a few short years Patrick was named the State Manager of Kansas. In 1997, Patrick moved to Ohio to manage the central Ohio operations for a major underwriter. Four years later Patrick was promoted to Vice...

Duration:00:27:08

Greg Overmyer – Overmyer Hall Associates

10/22/2019
Greg Overmyer, CPCU, and Chief Executive Officer at Overmyer Hall Associates is my guest. Find out how he, after a casual meeting with Cameron Mitchell changed the course of his career path. Greg started his career in 1987 after graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Miami University. He worked for Continental Insurance Company before accepting a position in Commercial Property & Casualty Sales with Berwanger Overmyer Associates (BOA) in 1988 and received his...

Duration:00:34:56

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