The Girl Banker Podcast

Listen in as Natalie talks with influential, successful women in banking and business. New episodes can be found here, on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you won’t miss an episode.

Join Natalie and Allyson as they interview Shamim Okolloh, VP, Community Outreach Officer, at Encore Bank in Little Rock, Arkansas. Shamim and her son, Liam, recently published “Ella the Banker,” a children’s book about her daughter, Ella, who visits a bank and wants to become a banker. In this episode, we deep dive into the […]

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As the tides of change continue to shape our lives, the banking industry is no exception, and it’s here where Natalie Bartholomew’s insights truly shine. We unpack the historical limitations for women in banking and how they are now steering the ship towards a more inclusive future. With the Girl Banker leading the charge, we […]

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Natalie Bartholomew, a.k.a. “The Girl Banker,” is the Community President of First Community Bank in Northwest Arkansas. A career banker with 22 years of experience, she has expertise in retail, culture building, strategic planning, human resources, and marketing. Natalie has received many honors recognizing her work over the years. Recently, she was recognized from the […]

The Graduate School of Banking series returns! This series takes a deep dive into each of the 6 national Graduate Schools of Banking to gain a better understanding of what each school has to offer bankers. In the fourth episode of the 6 part series, Natalie interviews Gretchen Claflin, President/CEO of Pacific Coast Banking School.

The Girl Banker Podcast is back for 2024 and now features a permanent addition, Allyson Twiggs Dyer! In this episode, Natalie introduces some fun new segments including Tales from the Branch, Ask the Girl Banker, and hot topic discussions from The Girl Banker Facebook Group. Join Natalie and Allyson each month for another year of […]

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Guest Appearance In this episode, Natalie shares her inspiring journey in banking, from being a fifth-generation Arkansas resident to her current role as a Community President at First Community Bank. She discusses the importance of community banks and their expansion strategies, touching on the crucial role of marketing and the impact of AI in the […]

Regular Girl Banker Podcast guest hostand founder of the ‘Reject the Hustle’ platform, Allyson Twiggs Dyer, joins me to encourage listeners to prioritize their well-being and “reject the hustle!” We explore the harmful effects of constant busyness, challenge hustle culture, and offer insights on how to say NO. Join us as we challenge societal norms […]

Introducing the Graduate School of Banking Series! This series takes a deep dive into each of the 6 national Graduate Schools of Banking to gain a better understanding of what each school has to offer bankers. In the third episode of the 6 part series, Natalie interviews John Naughton, EVP/Executive Director of GSB LSU and […]

Introducing the Graduate School of Banking Series! This series takes a deep dive into each of the 6 national Graduate Schools of Banking to gain a better understanding of what each school has to offer bankers. In the second episode of the 6 part series, Natalie interviews Perette Bonner, Vice President, Stonier Program Director of […]

Introducing the Graduate School of Banking Series! This series takes a deep dive into each of the 6 national Graduate Schools of Banking to gain a better understand of what each school has to offer bankers. In the first episode of a 6 part series, Natalie interviews Josie Bunch, Director of Marketing, and Michael Stevens, […]