Smart Saving and Holiday Budgeting with Candie Simmons
Release Date: 10/02/2025
Straight Talk Matters: Advocacy, Trust, and Personal Banking Relationships
Your Story. Your Bank.
What happens when honesty becomes the foundation of both legal counsel and banking relationships? In this episode, Robert Gibbs and Jamie Travis of Gibbs Travis PLLC share why clear communication, putting clients first, and telling the truth—good, bad, or otherwise—are essential in high-stakes decision-making. The business partners reflect on building a boutique litigation firm with big-firm capabilities and they both explain why having banking partners who consistently look for ways to help makes business simpler, stronger, and more personal.
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Built on Trust: Long-Term Partnership in Business and Banking
Your Story. Your Bank.
What does a decades-long banking relationship really look like when it’s rooted in trust and understanding? In this episode, Paul Moak shares his experience in the automotive industry and his long history with Story Financial Partners—from serving on the board to navigating major business moments that required thoughtful financial solutions. Paul reflects on the value of having banking partners who understand your business, present real options, and build relationships that allow companies to move forward with confidence and clarity.
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Built to Serve: Communication, Agility, and Partnership in a Global Defense Business
Your Story. Your Bank.
What does it take to support the people who protect us—both on the ground and behind the scenes? In this episode, Ben shares the story of Expeditionary Communications, a family-built business providing power and communication solutions for military operations around the world. From serving warfighters with rapid, mobile technology to scaling internationally in a highly competitive space, Ben explains why clear communication, financial agility, and trusted banking partnerships matter when missions are critical and timelines move fast.
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More Than a Transaction: Building Real Partnership in Business and Banking
Your Story. Your Bank.
What does it really look like when a bank chooses partnership over transactions? In this episode, Matthew Schmitz, president and owner of Reynolds Brothers Logistics, shares his journey into the FedEx last-mile delivery space and reflects on the moments that have defined his business—both professionally and personally. From navigating a highly specialized, often misunderstood industry to experiencing what genuine relationship-based banking feels like, Matthew explains why Story Financial Partners stands apart by learning alongside their clients, valuing people, and walking through challenges...
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Taking the Leap: The Logan Farms Story
Your Story. Your Bank.
What happens when passion meets opportunity? In this episode, we hear how Neil and Travis turned an unexpected chance into a thriving local restaurant—Logan Farms. With help from Story Financial Partners, they transformed a beloved neighborhood spot into a community favorite. Their story reminds us that taking a leap of faith, backed by trusted financial guidance, can lead to remarkable growth both in business and in life.
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Expanding Our Reach: Serving Ridgeland & Huntsville with Purpose and Partnership
Your Story. Your Bank.
What happens when a bank grows with purpose—investing not only in markets but in people. In this episode, Chief Banking Officer Brian Rippee and Huntsville Market President Chris Allen share how Story Financial Partners is expanding into Ridgeland & Huntsville. Hear about the vision, talent, and community-driven mindset shaping this exciting chapter of growth. From personal service to local investment, discover how Story is continuing to build relationships that matter.
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Expanding Our Reach: Serving Ranking County with Purpose and Partnership
Your Story. Your Bank.
Story Financial Partners is expanding into Rankin County—and it’s more than a new location. In this episode, Freddie Rowell and Tonya Leach share why this move matters, how it reflects the bank’s client-first culture, and what it means for both long-time clients and new relationships. As the team continues to grow in the communities they serve, this expansion reinforces the heart of Story’s mission: people over products, partnerships over transactions.
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Smart Saving and Holiday Budgeting with Candie Simmons
Your Story. Your Bank.
How prepared are you for life’s unexpected expenses? In this episode, board member Candie Simmons from CL Simmons Consulting shares practical strategies for saving, budgeting, and planning ahead. From the simple “20% rule” to preparing early for holiday spending, Candie explains how intentional financial habits can bring freedom and reduce stress. By the end of the episode, we hope every listener will leave with clear, actionable steps to build a strong financial foundation and enjoy peace of mind during life’s surprises and special seasons.
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Serving Beyond the Bank: Stories of Community, Culture, and Care
Your Story. Your Bank.
What does it mean to truly invest in people? In this episode, Ciara Weatherspoon, Ernie Turner, and Jamie Chustz share how community service shapes their lives and work at Story Financial Partners. From mentoring youth and supporting families in crisis to leading nonprofits like Make-A-Wish and Canopy Children’s Solutions, they reveal why showing up for others builds stronger futures—not just for individuals, but for entire communities. Their stories remind us that generosity, humility, and connection are the real measures of success.
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Asthma, Allergies, and Access: How Partnership Fuels Statewide Care
Your Story. Your Bank.
What happens when a medical practice and a financial partner grow side by side? In this episode, Creed Cannon, practice administrator of Mississippi Asthma and Allergy Clinic, and Nathan Best of Story Financial Partners share how their collaboration has expanded care across Mississippi. From opening new clinics and adding infusion suites to guiding major renovations, they reveal how trust, accessibility, and shared vision create healthier communities—and lasting relationships.
info_outlineHow prepared are you for life’s unexpected expenses? In this episode, board member Candie Simmons from CL Simmons Consulting shares practical strategies for saving, budgeting, and planning ahead. From the simple “20% rule” to preparing early for holiday spending, Candie explains how intentional financial habits can bring freedom and reduce stress. By the end of the episode, we hope every listener will leave with clear, actionable steps to build a strong financial foundation and enjoy peace of mind during life’s surprises and special seasons.