Around the Barrel: Recent Episodes
Lance, Nate, Josh
‘Around the Barrel’ is an original podcast series hosted by Lance Billings, Josh Kilsch, and Nate Reynolds - financial advisors with Billings Group. Here we will sit back and have conversations with individuals and businesses from our community in Salina, Kansas, as well as professionals from the finance and wealth management industry. Sit back, grab a drink, and enjoy. | Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 15 features General Manager Kevin Dudzinski, Assistant General Manager Tyler Burnley, and Executive Chef Izaak Winter; all of YaYa's EuroBistro here in Salina, KS.
YaYa's (which falls under the parent company PB&J restaurants headquartered in Overland Park, KS) is a EuroBistro inspired restaurant that has a blend of American, French, Italian, and Greek cuisine. Paying homage to the founder's grandmother, YaYa literally means "Grandmother" in Greek and is the inspiration to the culture and environment.
Listen and watch as Kevin, Tyler, and Izaak share the background and history of YaYa's as well as their respective areas of expertise within the restaurant, and their passions that influence the food, drinks, and culture.
Connect with Lance Billings:
lance@billingsgroup.com
Connect with Nate Reynolds:
Billings Group LinkedIn: Nate Reynolds LinkedIn: Billings Group nate@billingsgroup.com
Connect with Josh Kilsch:
Billings Group LinkedIn: Josh Kilsch LinkedIn: Billings Group josh@billingsgroup.com
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 14 features Eric Clayton, owner and founder of The Cellar Wine & Whiskey Bar in downtown Salina, KS and currently an active firefighter of more than 20 years.
Listen as Eric talks about his early days of playing football for Coach Bill Snyder in the early 90’s, opening and envisioning The Cellar in Salina, all while being an active firefighter and coaching high school football for more than 20 years.
Connect with Nate Reynolds:
Billings Group LinkedIn: Nate Reynolds LinkedIn: Billings Group nate@billingsgroup.com
Connect with Josh Kilsch:
Billings Group LinkedIn: Josh Kilsch LinkedIn: Billings Group josh@billingsgroup.com
Connect with Lance Billings:
lance@billingsgroup.com
Connect with Eric Clayton:
The Cellar Wine & Whiskey Bar - Facebook 785-404-6000
Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
To reach the top of our careers, we have to learn to take big risks, work long hours, and know how to prioritize.
Today’s guest is someone who has really worked hard to get to where she is today.
In this episode of Incredibly Ordinary, Lance Billings, Josh Kilsch, and Nate Reynolds chat with Shannon Spotswood, President of RFG Advisory. Shannon shares her personal and professional experiences and highlights the importance of hustling and finding opportunities to help you achieve your goals.
Hear Shannon discuss:
- The power of pivoting and how it has led her to growth and opportunity
- How influences from her parents and younger brother have shaped her today
- Her experience working in investment banking and running a hedge fund
- Why she accepted a partnership with a luxury children’s clothing company
- Her future plans, including focusing on her family and the future of RFG Advisory
- Plus so much more!
Connect with Lance Billings:
- lance@billingsgroup.com
Connect with Nate Reynolds:
- Billings Group
- LinkedIn: Nate Reynolds
- LinkedIn: Billings Group
- nate@billingsgroup.com
Connect with Josh Kilsch:
- Billings Group
- LinkedIn: Josh Kilsch
- LinkedIn: Billings Group
- josh@billingsgroup.com
Connect with Shannon Spotswood:
- RFG Advisory
- LinkedIn: Shannon Spotswood
- LinkedIn: RFG Advisory
- sspotswood@rfgadvisory.com
About Our Guest:
Shannon Spotswood is a 25+ year industry veteran in financial services with an outstanding reputation built on leadership roles in professional management, investment banking, hedge fund management, and business development. At RFG Advisory, Shannon oversees all aspects of RFG 2.0, a fully integrated platform designed for independent financial advisors, and the implementation of strategic initiatives contributing to advisor success. Joining RFG Advisory in 2015, Shannon recognized the opportunity to combine her entrepreneurial experience with her passion to build an innovative, advisor-focused RIA of the future.
Under Shannon’s leadership, RFG Advisory was named Best Places to Work for Financial Advisors in 2021 and 2022, and a Finalist for the InvestmentNews Innovation Awards 2021 and WealthManagement.com Non-Custodial RIA Support Platform in 2020 and 2021. In 2021, RFG Advisory also received two ThinkAdvisor LUMINARY Awards in Thought Leadership and Education. Financial Times named RFG Advisory a Top 300 RIA out of 13,000 firms in 2020. Shannon was named 2020 Women to Watch Honoree by InvestmentNews and received industry-wide recognition for StrongHer Money, a turnkey education and advisor referral platform focused on empowering women to live financially fearless. She was also a Finalist for Advocate of the Year by Women in Asset Management in 2021.
In an industry marked by accelerated change and disruption, Shannon is a standout. She is a frequent speaker at conferences, podcasts, and industry events on strategic execution, operational excellence, technology, and best practices for leading, recruiting, and mentoring next-gen talent and Financial Advisors. Shannon is also the host of RFG’s War Room Huddle Podcast, the Masterclass for Advisors learning series and co-host of the award-winning Become a Warrior Advisor Podcast. She also has experience talking about start-ups, having built a luxury children’s clothing brand Busy Bees from the ground floor up. With her partner, Busy Bees grew from a trunk-show business based in a garage to a successful brand featured in Vogue and carried in more than 150 stores and online.
Shannon’s career is characterized by a blend of leadership, vision, and grit. Before joining RFG Advisory, Spotswood served 20 years in San Francisco, working as an Investment Banker, Hedge Fund Portfolio Manager, and Entrepreneur. For 10 years Shannon worked at Symphony Asset Management, an $18 billion hedge fund acquired by Nuveen Investments in 2001 where she spent six years as the Portfolio Manager of a long-short equity hedge fund. Before that, she worked as a Research Analyst/Trader at EGM Capital and as an Investment Banking Analyst and Associate in M&A at Volpe, Brown Whelan & Co, a technology-focused investment bank.
Shannon earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from the University of Arizona. She currently serves as the Chairman of the Birmingham Education Foundation and serves on the Advisory Board of Alabama Futures Fund, an early-stage VC fund. She enjoys spending time with her three teenagers and husband, entertaining, outdoor sports, and daily rides on her Peloton.
Welcome to Incredibly Ordinary, the podcast about ordinary people with incredible stories. Join your hosts Lance Billings, Josh Kilsch, and Nate Reynolds from Billings Group Financial Advisors for candid conversations with the people that call Kansas home, and special appearances from professionals within the finance and wealth management industry.
Episode 12 features Bill Cooke, Director of Facilities at Webster Conference Center in Salina, Kansas. Bill worked for over 23 years in a sales and customer service role for a graphic design company in Buhler, KS where some of their work was featured in the Olympic Village during the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia; as well as many NASCAR projects, including Richard Petty’s car and cars featured in the movie Days of Thunder. Joining the board of Webster in 1998 before becoming Director of Facilities in 2005, Bill and his small, full-time team have grown the former Camp Webster to the large, multifaceted conference center it is today. Webster Conference Center hosts camps throughout the summer and serves as a wedding venue and corporate event center. Webster’s challenge course is used as a team building experience for businesses, colleges, and even the National Guard. In addition to his work at WCC Bill serves as the Commander of the Saline County Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad and is a founding member of Crosspoint Church Salina.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 11 features Lucas Barta, an insurance agent with Copeland Insurance Agency. Born and raised in Ellsworth, KS but now resides in Salina, Lucas has been with Copeland since March of 2021, but has been in the insurance industry for over 4 years. Listen as Lucas talks about the ins and outs of insurance, his 'WHY' for being in insurance, and his love for 80's 'Hair Metal' music.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 10 features Bobby Potts. A Salina native, Bobby is a loud voice for the racing community in the Salina area as a cohost of local radio show "Racetalk Live." . Listen as he shares about the sport that has been a passion his entire life.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 9 features Stan Von Strohe who, along with his wife Michele, is the owner and founder of Smoky Valley Distillery in Marquette, KS. Family owned and operated with their son Shane, listen as Stan talks about setting deep roots in beautiful small town Kansas and creating a product with a rich legacy.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 8 features Hank Gagnon, a retired former employee of Coors Brewing Company in Golden, CO. Hank, now a resident of Salina, KS, spent just under 30 years working at Coors in many different roles and jobs. Listen, as he shares an inside look at one of the most iconic brewing companies in America.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
With Christmas right around the corner, here is Episode 7 which features the Georgetown Santa's of Salina, KS with guests Pete and Justin Martin. Every Christmas a group of neighbors get together in Salina, KS to make their street full of Christmas spirit for the young and old. In 1999 one guy stood at the end of his driveway dressed as Santa Claus and handed out candy to cars that drove by. Two decades later there are about nine Santa’s, a couple of Santa shacks (where elves make popcorn), and close to a thousand visitors driving down the street each year. Pete and Justin share the story and the reason why they help make this special tradition happen for our community each year.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 6 features Chad Young of the Salina Rescue Mission. Chad is the Executive Director of the Rescue Mission and has been in this role for over 6 years, but has been with the Rescue Mission for over 15 years. In this episode, Chad talks about the history of the Salina Rescue Mission and the role it plays in our community, how he came to work there, and shares his personal testimony of finding Jesus Christ.
Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 5 features Eric Frank and Megan Robl from Catholic Charities of Northern Kansas. Eric is currently the Director of Development where he has been in this position for over 10 years, and Megan joined Catholic Charities in Aug of 2020 as the Executive Director. Together, they share the story and background of Catholic Charities, the many different services that are provided, and how they both ended up working at Catholic Charities.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 4 features US Army Veteran Jim Kerby. Born and raised in northern Alabama, Jim spent the next 20 plus years serving in the US Army as a tank commander and master gunner. After his time in the military, Jim moved to Salina, KS and worked at Milestone Hearth Shoppe as a fireplace installer for another 20 plus years. This episode highlights Jim’s military experience including his time in Korea, Germany, and being served Kentucky Fried Chicken by Col Sanders.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
If your a coffee fan, then this one is for you!
Episode 3 features Samuel Finch, Head Roaster and General manager at Blacksmith Coffee Shop & Roastery, located in Lindsborg, KS and a drive-thru location in Salina, KS.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Episode 2 features Larry Billings, founder, owner and tax preparer at Billings Tax Service where he has been doing taxes for over 60 years. In this episode, Larry shares stories of his upbringing, getting started in the tax business, working with family, and many other stories over his life.
| Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
Our first guest is RFG Advisory CIO, Rick Wedell. In this episode Rick shares his background in finance, how he joined RFG, the Bluemonte portfolios, and some differences between mutual funds and ETFs. He also shares words of wisdom for investors in a hectic and volatile market period. | Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.
‘Around the Barrel’ is an original podcast series hosted by Lance Billings, Josh Kilsch, and Nate Reynolds - financial advisors with Billings Group. Here we will sit back and have conversations with individuals and businesses from our community in Salina, Kansas, as well as professionals from the finance and wealth management industry. Sit back, grab a drink, and enjoy. | Content here is for illustrative and educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or individualized financial advice; nor is it a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any specific security, or engage in any specific trading strategy. Results will vary. Past performance is no indication of future results or success. Market conditions change continuously. | Securities offered by Registered Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC. | Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through RFG Advisory, a Registered Investment Advisor. RFG Advisory, Billings Group, and Private Client Services are unaffiliated entities. | The Registered Representative(s) of PCS referenced on this website may only conduct securities business in the states in which they are currently registered. | Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal.