Innovation is a Peach: Georgia’s Community Banks Strive to Stay Competitive

Are you curious about how community banks are staying ahead in the fintech game? Chris Stanley and Christian Ruppe, co-chairs of the Innovation Committee for the Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA of Georgia), are at the forefront of this mission. They’re driving tech adoption among local banks, ensuring they remain competitive in an ever-evolving financial landscape. From monthly fintech updates to partnerships with key organizations like Advanced Technology Department Center (ATDC) and the Georgia Fintech Academy, they’re making sure no bank is left behind.

Tune into this Travillian Next episode for an in-depth conversation where Chris and Christian discuss the vital role of innovation in community banking. The conversation is also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by: Keith Daly, Principal, Banking & Fintech Search at Travillian


Travillian’s Banking and FinTech Practice provides Search and Talent Advisory services to depository institutions across the country. Established in 1998, the firm has built a unique platform that touches every corner of the industry. To learn more, click here.

Related Posts

Bankers Shore Up Their Industry Knowledge at the 2024 NEXT Forum in Atlantic City

Twenty-two financial services experts from 13 states across the U.S. came together in Atlantic City, N.J., as presenters at the first-ever financial services conference, NEXT Forum, co-hosted by Newcleus and…

Read more

Peeling Back The Shifting Talent Trends – 2024 Mid-Year Review – Offense vs Defense

Written from the perspective of Patrick Cooney, Search Consultant – Banking and Fintech Search at Travillian As we are heading into a new season of college and NFL football (to…

Read more

Travillian Places Paul Ho-Sing-Loy as New Executive VP and CIO at MidWestOne Bank

Travillian is excited to announce the placement of Paul Ho-Sing-Loy as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at MidWestOne Bank, effective as of June 3, 2024. Travillian…

Read more

Bank Sentiment Turning? What We Learned from Second Quarter Earnings

Expert Insights: Raymond James Analyst David Feaster on Bank Earnings, Market Sentiment, and Future Outlook Michael Perito, Head of Bank Strategy at Travillian, sat down with David Feaster, Senior Analyst…

Read more

Revamping Community Banks: The Power of Product Management with SouthState’s Chris Nichols

In this Travillian Next episode, Chris Nichols, Director of Capital Markets at SouthState Bank highlights the crucial role of product managers in community banks. The conversation is available to listen…

Read more

Deposit Drama and Financial Foresight: A Q&A with Scott Hildenbrand, Head of Piper Sandler Financial Strategies

Join Brian Love, Head of Banking & Fintech at Travillian, for a brief yet enlightening Q&A session with frequent Travillian Next contributor, Scott Hildenbrand, Head of Piper Sandler Financial Strategies….

Read more