Pub. 7 2018 Issue 2

21 s u mm e r | 2018 B A N K E R AWA R D S F ollowing a successful launch last year, VACB is again looking to celebrate the hardworking men and women who strive every day to make lives better and to make a difference in their communities. VACB will honor a Community Banker of the Year and the 2017 Rising Star from among our member banks in Virginia for a second year. The Association wants to recog- nize the exceptional work that happens every day in our local communities by the individual employees of VACB member community banks. Look for additional details from VACB later this summer outlining the nomination process for both awards. It’s time to start thinking about who would be great nominees from your bank! Here are the details to ponder as you consider who may be a good nominee for our third annual Community Banking Awards. VACB Seeks Recognition for Outstanding Community Bankers in Third Annual Awards Rising Star Community Banker of theYear 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 A candidate for the Community Banker of the Year Award is a mid- to senior level employee who has demonstrated the following qualities: • Strong moral character • Team leadership • Community involvement • Industry advocacy • Successful bank leadership VACB will be accepting nominations for both awards from July 2 – August 17, 2018. Winners will be announced and celebrat- ed at VACB’s 41st Annual Convention & Trade Show, scheduled for October 14 – 16 at Hotel Roanoke. If you have any questions about the awards or the process, please contact Steve Yeakel at VACB (syeakel@vacb.org) .