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Hosted by FHLBank Chicago · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 18 episodes
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Banking and the financial industry are complex. At the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, we’re here to help bridge gaps and drive conversations that showcase how banking connects all of us. On this podcast, you’ll meet FHLBank Chicago employees and other financial and housing industry thought leaders, discover products and programs that help create thriving communities, gain the latest market insights, and feel more connected to a vital part of the U.S. financial system.
FHLBank Chicago hosts Banking on Connections, a business show with 18 episodes published.
In recognition of FHLBank Week, host David Feldhaus sits down with FHLBank Chicago President and CEO Michael Ericson and Board Chair Michelle Gross to discuss the enduring mission of the Federal Home Loan Bank System. To
Artificial intelligence is reshaping financial services, but organizations often struggle with where to begin. In this episode, Garrett Woody, Senior Enterprise Architect and Vice President, and Colton Connor, Vice Presi
Across Illinois and Wisconsin, the need for affordable housing continues to outpace supply, and for many Habitat for Humanity affiliates, building more homes has become increasingly difficult. In this episode of Banking
Building affordable housing takes more than funding and land — it takes skilled developers. In this episode of Banking on Connections, Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago highlights how it is strengthening the affordable h
This episode of Banking on Connections features James Hotchkiss discussing the Federal Reserve’s September rate cut and its impact on the economy. The conversation centers on the Fed’s decision to lower the federal funds
On this episode of Banking on Connections, host Stephen Schumacher dives into one of the podcast’s most essential themes—housing—with Patrick Sullivan, Executive Vice President and Group Head of the Mortgage Partnership
Markets are volatile, inflation is steady, and recession fears linger—but where do we really stand halfway through 2025? FHLBank Chicago's in-house Economist James Hotchkiss joins host Stephen Schumacher to break down th
Every organization is experiencing how quickly technology, customer preferences, and the economic landscape is changing and advancing how we work. That’s no different in the banking and finance sectors. While many teams
As homebuyers navigate a challenging housing market, one common financial hurdle they face is having enough money to cover the down payment and closing costs. On this episode, we explore how our Downpayment Plus® (DPP®)
James Hotchkiss, FHLBank Chicago’s in-house economist, is back to share his insights into the layers of uncertainty in the United States economy and markets. We break down the potential impacts of tariffs, job market new
James Hotchkiss, FHLBank Chicago’s in-house economist, joins the show to share what he’s seeing in the market and economy in the early part of 2025 and what lies ahead in the coming months. Is there an expected path forw
Cedric Thurman, Executive Vice President, Group Head, Community Investment at FHLBank Chicago, sits down with two of his colleagues—Toi Fields, Sr. Managing Director, Head of IT Business Management, and Sam Reindl, Direc
We’re celebrating Small Business Saturday! In this episode, we highlight our 2024 Community First® Accelerate Grants for Small Business program with Clara Biolo-Thompson, Senior Community Investment Operations Specialist
Randy Hultgren, President and CEO of the Illinois Bankers Association, joins Dave Feldhaus, SVP, Director of External Affairs at FHLBank Chicago, to share his insights into how the results of the U.S. elections are unfol
Ryan Donovan, President and CEO of the Council of FHLBanks, joins Dave Feldhaus, Director of External Affairs at FHLBank Chicago, to talk about the role of the Council, the importance of its advocacy work, and potential
On our first episode, we look into a topic that’s top of many people’s minds across the country—the housing market. Even if you aren’t selling a home or on the prowl to purchase one, you’ve likely heard stories from some
Banking and the financial industry are complex. At the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, we’re here to help bridge gaps and drive inclusive conversations that showcase how banking connects all of us. On this podcast, yo
Patrick Sullivan
Executive Vice President and Group Head of Mortgage Partnership Finance® Program · Mortgage Partnership Finance® (MPF®) Program
2 appearances on this show
Ryan Donovan
Chief Technology Officer · Orange County Sheriff's Office
1 appearance on this show
Sarah Brachle Wagner
Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity
1 appearance on this show
James Hotchkiss
FHLBank Chicago
3 appearances on this show
Chelsi Gallegos
FHLBank Chicago
1 appearance on this show
Angie Ashlaw
FHLBank Chicago
1 appearance on this show
Toi Fields
FHLBank Chicago
1 appearance on this show
Clara Biolo-Thompson
FHLBank Chicago
1 appearance on this show
Randy Hultgren
Illinois Bankers Association
1 appearance on this show
Dave Feldhaus
FHLBank Chicago
1 appearance on this show
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