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# Plansmith Blog

# NEW! Client Spotlight Episode 1: Richwood Bank

Posted by [David Schwieder](https://blog.plansmith.com/author/david-schwieder) on 10/21/20 10:05 AM

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We have some exciting news! Our first installment of Plansmith’s Client Spotlight Series is here. Our intimate spotlights are designed with you in mind. You’ll hear firsthand from our guests as they share their real-life experiences with planning, budgeting, managing risk, and making strategic business decisions.

For our first episode, we’re joined by Ash Khatib, CFO of Richwood Bank in Ohio. [**Click here**](https://blog.plansmith.com/hubfs/Content/CompanyVideos/ClientSpotlight/Client-Spotlight-Episode-1.mp4) to watch as Ash discusses his unique bank, the stressful situations facing his organization, and how he uses Compass to navigate these intricate scenarios - including the challenges presented by COVID-19.

 

 

Special thanks to Ash for your incredible insights and continued partnership – as we look forward to assisting in the dynamic future of Richwood Bank.

If you'd like to be featured on a client spotlight or to learn more about working with Plansmith, please [**click here**](mailto:info@plansmith.com) to reach out to us today!

 

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