Guest: Kevin Thompson, Chief Financial Officer -- Host: Tyler Resh. A deep dive into the fascinating world of crypto currency and specifically Bitcoin. Deposit and loan products offered by First Foundation Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender. NMLS #793235. Investment and Advisory Services provided by First Foundation Advisors, an SEC-Registered Investment Advisor. Trust Services and Insurance Services are offered through First Foundation Bank. First Foundation Insurance Services license number #0H38553. Investment, Insurance, Digital Assets, and Advisory Products and Services: ARE NOT F ..read more

Guest: Drew Chan, Co-Chief Investment Officer, First Foundation Advisors -- Host: Tyler Resh. An emergency podcast on the events unfolding in Ukraine and how it is impacting the financial markets. DISCLOSURES First Foundation Advisors (“FFA”) is an SEC registered investment adviser located in Irvine, California. FFA and its representatives are in compliance with the current filing requirements imposed upon SEC registered investment advisers by those states in which FFA maintains clients. First Foundation Trust is a division of First Foundation Bank, Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender. Philanthr ..read more

Guest: Lindsay Lawrence, Chief Operating Officer -- Hosts: Tyler Resh and Elle Luce. In this episode we discuss the changing world of personal/retail banking. How is the evolution to digital impacting traditional banks? What is a the role of bank branches in 2021 and beyond? And how does the customer ultimately benefit from banks that adopt a hybrid model? More Info: https://www.firstfoundationinc.com/personal-banking Important Disclosures: https://www.firstfoundationinc.com/important-disclosure-information ..read more

Guest: Chris Naghibi Hosts: Tyler Resh and Elle Luce Is credit back or good? Well, it's complicated. Conventional wisdom has always been "buyer beware" when it comes to credit. But what you knew back then might not be relevant today. There are different types of credit and each can significantly impact your purchasing power. Learn how to evaluate the different types of credit and how to establish credit in the gig economy. Also hear about some of the ways credit scores might be calculated in the near future. You won’t want to miss it! Important Disclosures: https://www.firstfoundationinc.com/i ..read more

Guest: Craig Kardokus Hosts: Tyler Resh and Elle Luce Who knew a bank treasurer could be so knowledgeable about everyday matters? In this episode we discuss the role of a bank treasurer. It is far more fascinating than meets the eye. We talk about the importance of data and understanding how to source it and interpret it. We also touch on the pandemic, the election, and what constitutes success. You won’t want to miss it! Important Disclosures: https://www.firstfoundationinc.com/important-disclosure-information ..read more

Guest: Dane Pavlik Hosts: Tyler Resh and Elle Luce In this episode we discuss what the current interst rate environment has done for the average home buyer. Plus, we discuss how can you and your lender align interests to ensure the best outcome for both parties. If you are in the market to get a loan for a new home (or haven't been through the process in the last 3 years), you won't want to miss this discussion. Important Disclosures: https://www.firstfoundationinc.com/important-disclosure-information ..read more

Guest: Drew Chan, Co-Chief Investment Officer -- First Foundation Advisors Hosts: Tyler Resh and Elle Luce In this episode we discuss all things election; not from a political standpoint but from an investment perspective. What has past election taught us? What does the remainder of 2020 have in store for us? And what is the market data saying about future investment opportunity? Important Disclosures: https://www.firstfoundationinc.com/important-disclosure-information ..read more