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Trust, Quality, and the Psychology Behind What We Buy
Hank Smith welcomes Dr. Americus Reed, the Whitney M. Young Jr. Professor of Marketing at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, for a conversation about the intersection of marketing, brand identity and the economy.
Market Commentary: January 23, 2026
Tim Hoyle, Chief Investment Officer Thoyle@haverfordquality.com Realpolitik and Populism Set the Stage for 2026 President Trump [...]
Hank Smith is joined by Loretta Mester, member of The Haverford Trust Company’s Board of Directors, on this episode of Speaking of Quality to discuss fiscal policy, lessons from previous economic crises, and the current economic outlook.
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Hank Smith is joined by Pat Roberts and Nancy Blair, co-founders of AIM Academy and the AIM Institute for Learning and Research, on this episode of Speaking of Quality to discuss overcoming entrepreneurial challenges, planning for the future, and the importance of literacy and diverse methods of learning.
Hank Smith is joined by Joyce Abbott, author, public figure, and retired Philadelphia School District educator, on this episode of Speaking of Quality to discuss the power of teamwork, her philosophy for teaching, and the importance of learning about financial literacy and civics at an early age.
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Hank Smith is joined by Carly Meyer Bentley, CEO & Founder, The Freckled Strawberry, Inc., on this episode of Speaking of Quality to discuss entrepreneurship, the importance of financial literacy and how to navigate your relationship with money.
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Hank Smith, Director and Head of Investment Strategy at Haverford Trust, kicks off Season 5 of the podcast and unveils this season’s theme “Navigating Change: Key Decisions Driving the Future of the Economy.”
