What if the greatest competitive advantage in your business isn’t your strategy, technology, or capital—but whether your people believe their work matters? That idea was at the heart of my conversation with Nathan Rogge, President and CEO of First Pacific Bank. Nathan began his banking career as a teller and now leads an award-winning community bank recognized for its culture, growth, and commitment to small and medium-sized businesses. What impressed me most was not simply what Nathan has accomplished. It was how clearly, he understands the connection between meaningful work, engaged employees, strong relationships, and business results. As Nathan put it, the […]
