S6 Ep176
Balancing mission, scale and risk: Interview with Brian Jones, President, Merrick Bank
In this episode, host Andrew Davidson speaks with Brian Jones, President of Merrick Bank, about how to grow a business while staying true to its mission. Brian shares his career journey, with over three decades of experience at the intersection of law and banking. The conversation looks at how the bank’s sub-prime customers are navigating economic and geopolitical uncertainty, and what that means for financial services today.
They also discuss key moments in the bank’s growth, including acquisitions and rebrands, and how Merrick is thinking about its future. Brian also offers his perspective on what’s ahead for financial services, and the critical shifts he believes will define the next five years.
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