Interview with Mike Menzies
Mike begins his visit with Jim by talking about his meeting with the new Fed Chairman, Ben Bernanke, and how Mike thinks the new Fed chairman will handle the economy. They go on to talk aobut some of the things small business owners should be talking to their bankiers about as interest rates and petroleum continue to rise.
Category: Banking, Investors, Capital
More interviews with Mike Menzies»See all
What are the key small business banking issues ahead for America's entrepreneurs? Mike Menzies joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the role independent community banks will play for small businesses in the 21st century.
How will the Federal government's takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac affect your small business? Mike Menzies and Jim Blasingame talk about these government sponsored entities (GSE) are, why they got into trouble, how the takeover will impact our businesses and the economy.
Are you a member of your industry's national trade group? Mike Menzies talks with Jim Blasingame about his involvement in his industry trade group, the Independent Community Bankers Association (ICBA), how important trade groups are, and how bankers feel about customers who participate in their national trade group. Mike also talks about his thoughts on the economy.
How has the global credit crisis affected small businesses' relationships with their bankers? Mike Menzies talks with Jim Blasingame about the current state of affairs in the economy as well as what small business owners should know about their banking relationships this year.
How's your relationship with your banker? Mike and Jim talk about why now is an excellent time to become even closer with your banker. Mike also offers his ideas on whether we're entering a negative growth period in our national economy.
[Go Back] [Return to Top]
