Pub. 5 2016 Issue 2

The CommunityBanker 12 ACB, for the first time ever, will celebrate the hardworking men and women who strive every day in their communities to make lives better and to make a difference. VACB will honor a Com- munity Banker of the Year and a Rising Star from one of our member banks in Virginia. The Associa- tion wants to recognize the exceptional work that happens every day in our local communities by the individual employees of VACB member commu- nity banks. Later in June, VACB will send out all the de- tails outlining the nomination process for both the Community Banker of the Year and the Rising Star. But it’s not too early to start thinking about who would be a great nomination. Here are some details to think about as you consider who may be a good nominee. A candidate for the Community Banker of the Year Award is a mid to senior level employee who has demon- strated the following qualities: • Strong moral character • Leadership • Community involvement • Industry advocacy • Overall healthy banking conditions A candidate for the Rising Star would be a mid-level employee, under the age of 35, who has demonstrated the following qualities: • Leadership • Community involvement • Volunteerism • Innovative programs or initiatives VACB will be accepting nominations for both of these awards from July 1 – August 15, 2016. Winners will be named and celebrated at VACB’s 39th Annual Conven- tion & Trade Show, scheduled for October 2 – 4 at Lansd- owne Resort in Leesburg. If you have any questions about the awards or the process, please contact Steve Yeakel at 804-673-8250 or syeakel@vacb.org V Do You Know Someone Who Deserves Recognition?? We want to know!!