In this episode, Gabe Krajicek from Kasasa joins us to share how community-based financial institutions can grow, stay relevant, and keep a local-first mindset—no matter their size. We cover game-changing products like the Take-Back Loan, ways to boost engagement with innovative checking accounts, and how thoughtful product design can provide stability in uncertain times. Plus, Gabe offers practical advice for proving ROI and rethinking deposit and lending strategies in a shifting market.
Learn more about Kasasa at https://www.kasasa.com/.
This podcast is sponsored by Kasasa.
00:45 Get to know Gabe.
03:07 How Kasasa's partnerships with community-based FIs support growth and relevance.
06:56 Maintaining a local-first mindset while managing a large network.
09:58 Kasasa's Take-Back loan: A game changer for both borrowers and lenders.
15:41 How thoughtful product design can provide stability during financial stress.
16:53 Using checking products to boost engagement and stand out from competitors.
22:27 Helping institutions stay relevant as consumer behaviors continue to evolve.
24:33 The pressure to prove ROI with new product strategies and digital experiences.
26:20 Final advice to FIs who might be rethinking their deposit and lending strategy.
