Pub. 8 2019 Issue 2

The CommunityBanker 20 VACB Seeks Recognition for Outstanding Community Bankers in Award Presentations V ACB is again looking to celebrate the hardworking men and women who strive every day to make lives bet- ter and to make a difference in their communities. VACB will again honor a Community Banker of the Year and the Rising Star from among our member banks in Virginia. The association wants to recognize the exceptional work that happens every day in our local communities by the individual employees of VACB member commu- nity 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 nomi- nees 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. A candidate for the Community Banker of the Year Award is a mid-to senior level employee who has demonstrated the follow- ing qualities: • Strong moral character • Team leadership • Community involvement • Industry advocacy • Successful bank leadership 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 awards from July 1 – August 16, 2019. Winners will be announced and celebrated at VACB’s 42nd Annual Convention & Trade Show, scheduled for this September 29, 30 and October 1. If you have any questions about the awards or the process, please contact Steve Yeakel at VACB (syeakel@vacb.org ). Rising Star Community Banker of the Year