How do I successfully market my business online? What goes into building a custom website? Which digital tools are actually worth it? If you’ve found yourself asking any of these questions, then you’ve come to the right place! The Mix & Matchbox podcast explores innovative digital tools, dissects complicated marketing strategies, and offers pro tips on how to grow your business online. Join podcast host Brent Feldman, Cofounder of Matchbox Design Group, in interviews with members of the Matchbox team, industry partners, and other marketing specialists. We’ll break down complex marketing topics into bite-sized pieces to help you hone your marketing skills and thrive online. We realize that our mission to “make the web better” is bigger than just us. So we’re passing the torch to you and hoping that you’ll join us in making the internet a more responsive, user-friendly, and accessible place for all.
Mix & Matchbox
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How do I successfully market my business online? What goes into building a custom website? Which digital tools are actually worth it? If you’ve found yourself asking any of these questions, then you’ve come to the right place! The Mix & Matchbox podcast explores innovative digital tools, dissects complicated marketing strategies, and offers pro tips on how to grow your business online. Join podcast host Brent Feldman, Cofounder of Matchbox Design Group, in interviews with members of the Matchbox team, industry partners, and other marketing specialists. We’ll break down complex marketing topics into bite-sized pieces to help you hone your marketing skills and thrive online. We realize that our mission to “make the web better” is bigger than just us. So we’re passing the torch to you and hoping that you’ll join us in making the internet a more responsive, user-friendly, and accessible place for all.
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Recent Episodes
August 11, 2026
Strategic Futurism for Community Banks with Jim Perry – Market Insights – Mix & Matchbox Podcast
Host Brent Feldman interviews strategic futurist Jim Perry about building tailored bank strategies, navigating AI adoption, and overcoming cultural hurdles for future readiness.
June 16, 2026
Legal Strategies for Marketing Agencies with Sharon Toerek – Toerek Law – Mix & Matchbox Podcast
Host Brent Feldman interviews IP attorney Sharon Toerek about legal strategies that transform agency risks into profits, covering IP protection and AI compliance.
May 5, 2026
Secure Hosting for Community Bank Websites with Mike Demo – Mix & Matchbox Podcast
<p>In this episode Brent sits down with Mike Demo to explore the evolving landscape of hosting, security, and open‑source CMS for community banks and credit unions. Mike shares his journey from early‑day Joomla & Mambo, through Bold Grid and WordPress, to leading open‑source initiatives at hosting.com.</p><p><br></p><p>Key takeaways:</p><p><br></p><p>Why “open‑source relationships” matter – The importance of supporting niche CMS communities (Joomla, Drupal, Concrete 5).</p><p><br></p><p>Client‑admin templates – A practical technique for simplifying the back‑end for bank staff who aren’t marketers.</p><p><br></p><p>Common agency pitfalls – Treating hosting as a commodity, weak backup strategies, and insecure form handling.</p><p><br></p><p>Security best practices – Two‑factor authentication (YubiKey), encrypted forms, and layered protection (WAF, server‑level scanning, Monarch AR security).</p><p><br></p><p>Choosing a host for regulated industries – What banks should ask (certifications, SLA, data‑sovereignty, failover).</p><p><br></p><p>What good incident response looks like – Public status pages, proactive communication, and human‑centric support.</p><p><br></p><p>Margin pressure & AI – How agencies are navigating price increases, AI hype, and the push to add value beyond basic hosting.</p><p><br></p><p>Future of hosting (2026‑2028) – Shift toward “do‑it‑for‑me” services, managed‑service‑provider (MSP) evolution, and the role of hosting.com in the next wave of value‑added offerings.</p><p><br></p><p>💡 Whether you’re an agency partner, a banking IT manager, or a WordPress/Drupal enthusiast, this conversation offers actionable insights for building secure, reliable, and user‑friendly web experiences in the financial sector.</p><p><br></p><p>👉 Want to learn more? Visit hosting.com/agency for agency‑focused training webinars, resources, and a free trial.</p><p><br></p><p>📧 Get in touch with Mike:</p><p>X (Twitter) – @MikeDemo (private account)</p><p>Email – mike@hosting.com</p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps</p><p>Time Segment</p><p>00:00 Intro – Brent welcomes Mike Demo</p><p>01:00 Early CMS story: PHP Nuke → Mambo → Joomla</p><p>02:45 Transition to Bold Grid & WordPress focus</p><p>03:48 Open‑source passion & “not married to a CMS” quote</p><p>04:50 Community‑bank & credit‑union client insights</p><p>06:35 The “Client Admin Template” (CAT) concept</p><p>08:30 Simplifying back‑end for non‑marketing staff</p><p>10:32 Moving from agency work to hosting partnership</p><p>12:08 Perception vs. reality – how provider experiences shape loyalty</p><p>13:55 Value‑add services: agency webinars & community support</p><p>15:18 Human‑centric gestures (pasta, Tide pens) that stick</p><p>17:45 Top agency mistakes: treating hosting as a commodity</p><p>19:20 Asking the right questions – niche hosting (green, LGBTQ‑focused, etc.)</p><p>20:40 Backup strategies – on‑site + cold‑storage (Amazon Glacier)</p><p>21:44 Two‑factor authentication – SMS vs. Authenticator vs. YubiKey</p><p>23:14 Forum & form security – encryption, HIPAA compliance</p><p>24:58 Hosting security layering – app, server, infrastructure, WAF</p><p>28:14 Reputation risk vs. technical security</p><p>30:14 Host evaluation checklist for banks/credit unions</p><p>31:48 What good incident response looks like (status page, SLA)</p><p>35:13 “Not my problem” attitude – going the extra mile for clients</p><p>37:05 Multi‑layered security strategy – best practices</p><p>40:49 Plugin overload – core‑first philosophy</p><p>44:17 Margin pressure & AI concerns for agencies</p><p>46:14 AI hype vs. long‑term value – pivot & niche expertise</p><p>49:02 Future hosting outlook (2026‑2028) – service‑centric growth</p><p>52:15 MSP vs. hosting – where the market is heading</p><p>54:29 Closing – where to find Mike & how to get help</p><p><br></p><p>Hashtags</p><p>#MixAndMatchbox #HostingPodcast #CommunityBanking #OpenSourceCMS #WordPress #Joomla #Drupal #SecureHosting #TwoFactorAuth #YubiKey #AgencyTips #BackupStrategy #DataSecurity #FinTech #AITrends #MarginPressure #MSP #HostingCom #DigitalTransformation #WebHosting #TechPodcast</p><p><br></p><p>🔔 Subscribe for more deep‑dive conversations with industry leaders!</p><p><br></p><p>https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/blog/category/mix-and-matchbox-podcast/</p>
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