The Banker Who Accidentally Became a LinkedIn Influencer

Ray Schwetz never planned to become a social media personality. As VP of Business Banking at Jovia Financial Credit Union, he just wanted to show off his awesome clients. But his simple selfie strategy turned him into a LinkedIn subject matter expert with thousands of impressions.

This conversation goes deep into Ray's philosophy that your network IS your net worth - but not in the way most people think. Forget collecting business cards. Ray reveals why making ONE meaningful connection beats handing out 30 cards every time.

You'll learn:

• The personal credit mistake that kills business loans
• Why Ray started taking selfies with everyone (genius strategy)
• How a cancer diagnosis led to 9 years of survival and community impact
• The banking myths costing business owners serious money
• Ray's 8-year journey from terrified first-time radio guest to veteran podcaster

Ray's Background:16 years at Jovia Financial Credit Union, 9-year cancer survivor, LLS volunteer leader, Tower Talk Business Radio co-host, and Nassau Community College Foundation board member. He's the guy everyone goes to on Long Island - and after this conversation, you'll understand why.

Ray Schwetz:

• Email: rschwetz@jovia.org
• Phone: 516-289-2409 (call/text)
• LinkedIn: [Active daily - look for the selfies!]

Tower Talk Business Radio:

• Live: Thursdays 3pm EST on WHPC 90.3 FM
• Streaming: iHeartRadio
• Podcast: Spotify, iHeartRadio, all major platforms

Get Involved:

• LLS Light the Night: Visit lls.org
• NCC Scholarships: ncc.edu
• Business Leaders Council: Contact Ray for details

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"I'm not looking to give my card to 30 people. I'm looking to see a couple of people I already know, make sure I connect with them, and then introduce people to each other. That's what networking is all about." - Ray Schwetz