VBA Committee Resource Page
The purpose of VBA committees is to provide input to the VBA on matters affecting the banking industry and the committee’s functional area of banking, provide input to VBA’s professional development division on training needs of their functional area, provide a forum for exchange of ideas and for networking that will benefit each committee member and his/her bank, and identify possible legislative and/or regulatory issues on which the VBA should focus as the banking industry’s advocate.
View the VBA Committee Handbook here!
View the VBA Committee Rosters here!
Antitrust Policy: It is the policy of the Virginia Bankers Association to comply with all antitrust laws. In furtherance thereof, bankers should refrain from discussing the pricing of banking services or controlling banking markets.
CFO COMMITTEE
Chair: Neil Burke, Benchmark Community Bank
Vice Chair: Donald Kaloski, Jr., Village Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: Stacy Puckett
View the VBA CFO Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: Provide a venue for collaboration and sharing of ideas for senior finance managers of VBA member banks to facilitate professional growth.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, March 10th | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm |
Zoom |
| Friday, June 9th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Friday, September 15th | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | Zoom |
| Friday, December 15th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
2023 Meeting Materials:
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 03/10 | Agenda |
| 06/09 | Agenda |
COMPLIANCE COMMITTEE
Chair: Theresa Catlett, First Bank, Virginia
VBA Staff Liaison: Matt Bruning
View the VBA Compliance Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: Dedicated to providing a valuable service to the VBA’s member banks on matters of regulatory compliance risk, issues, and best practices in a timely manner. The committee will recommend and coordinate affordable, yet quality, compliance education through the use of schools, seminars and networking.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, February 28th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Tuesday, May 9th | 10:30 am – 11:30 am | Zoom |
| Thursday, September 28th | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Tuesday, November 14th | 10:30 am – 11:30 am | Zoom |
2023 Meeting Materials
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 02/28 | Agenda |
| 05/09 | |
| 09/28 | Agenda |
EMERGING BANK LEADERS STEERING COMMITTEE
Chair: Amy Mellinger, Powell Valley National Bank
Vice Chair: Darren Tully, Freedom Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: Chandler Owdom
View the VBA EBL Steering Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: To ensure a continuum of leadership for the future of Virginia banking.
2023 Meeting Dates
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, February 15th | 10:00 am – 11:30 am | |
| Tuesday, July 11th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (including lunch) |
In-Person, Virginia Housing (4224 Cox Rd., Glen Allen, VA) July EBL Steering Committee Agenda
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| Tuesday, September 26th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (including lunch) |
In-Person, VBA Office (4490 Cox Road, Glen Allen) |
| Tuesday, December 5th | 10:00 am – 11:30 am | Zoom |
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Chair: Robert C. Wood, Jr., United Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: Matt Bruning
View the VBA GR Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: To protect and defend the interests of Virginia’s banking industry through active support of the VBA’s political and legislative efforts.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, January 11th | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
In-Person, Richmond Marriott Downtown, Salon 4 |
| Friday, March 31st | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Thursday, June 15th | 10:30 am – 11:30 am | Zoom |
| Friday, September 22nd | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
2023 Meeting Materials:
| Date | |
|---|---|
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01/11 |
GR Meeting Materials 01-11-23 |
| 03/31 | |
| 06/15 | GR Meeting Materials 06-15-23 |
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
Chair: Doris Hambright, PHR, SHRM-CP, Freedom Bank of Virginia
Vice Chair: Maria Sullivan, C&F Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: Laurie Milligan and Carla Moore
View the HR Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: To enhance Virginia bankers’ ability to succeed by providing human resources leadership that inspires individual growth and commitment. The committee serves as a valuable resource on human resource initiatives and to promote professional development.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, March 15th | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm | In-Person, at VBA Connect & Protect Conference, Williamsburg |
| Friday, May 12th | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Zoom |
| Friday, August 4th | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Friday, November 3rd | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Zoom |
LEGAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Chair: Sarah Harmon, First Community Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: DeMarion Johnston
View the Legal Affairs Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: To enhance the ability of the Association and its member banks to respond to legal challenges affecting banking in Virginia. To this end, the Committee shall identify and review legal issues of concern; assist in developing legislative, regulatory, and judicial initiatives; and otherwise serve as a forum for the dissemination of information concerning legal developments impacting banks in Virginia.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, February 27th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Monday, May 22nd | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | Zoom |
| Monday, September 25th | 10:30 am – 1:00 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Monday, December 4th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | Zoom |
2023 Meeting Materials:
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 02/27 | |
| 05/22 | Agenda |
| 09/25 |
LEGISLATIVE EXECUTIVES COMMITTEE
VBA Staff Liaison: Matt Bruning
View the Legislative Executives Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: To organize legislative representation for larger financial institutions.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, January 11th | 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm | In-Person, Richmond Marriott Downtown, Salon 4 |
2023 Meeting Materials:
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 01/11 |
LENDING EXECUTIVES COMMITTEE
Chair: Heather Romagnoli, Sandy Spring Bank
Vice Chair: David Evinger, Chain Bridge Bank, NA
VBA Staff Liaison: Tracy Ottinger
View the Lending Executives Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: Offers a learning environment for senior level lending officers within the Virginia Banking Community and provides input and feedback to the VBA on key legislative issues and lending opportunities that impact Virginia banks.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, February 17th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Friday, May 5th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | Zoom |
| Friday, September 8th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm |
In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Friday, December 15th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | Zoom |
2023 Meeting Materials
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 02/17 | Agenda |
| 05/05 | Agenda |
MARKETING COMMITTEE
Chair: Laura Wright, Old Point National Bank
Vice Chair: Carolyn Kiser, American National Bank & Trust Company
VBA Staff Liaison: Chandler Owdom
View the VBA Marketing Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: Provides a venue for idea sharing, collaboration and problem solving on bank marketing and public relations issues.
Click here for the Marketing Committee Q&A Page
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, February 6th | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| Monday, May 1st | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | |
| Tuesday, August 29th | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| Wednesday, November 1st | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm |
In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
OPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
Chair: Ed Kraemer, Burke & Herbert Bank
Vice Chair: Donna Wilborn, Benchmark Community Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: Stacy Puckett
View the Operations & Technology Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: Provide a venue for peer networking and discussion on best practices for operations and technology professionals within the VBA member banks.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, February 8th | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Wednesday, May 10th | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Wednesday, August 9th | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Wednesday, November 8th | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
2023 Meeting Materials:
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 02/08 | Agenda |
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05/10 |
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| 09/20 | Agenda |
RETAIL EXECUTIVES COMMITTEE
Chair: Joe Lewis, Village Bank
Vice-Chair: Goly Hervey, Atlantic Union Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: Amy Binns
View the Retail Executives Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: Fostering a robust retail banking environment in the Commonwealth of Virginia whereby customers prosper by way of enhanced products, services and delivery options; senior retail executives grow professionally through peer exchange and education; banks profit from enhanced retail strategies; and the VBA promotes and safeguards retail banking against threats within the financial system with the support of state legislative officials.
Click here for the retail executives committee q&a Page
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, January 25th | 10:00 am – Noon | Zoom |
| Tuesday, May 5th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | In Person, VBA Office Glen Allen |
| Wednesday, September 20th | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | In Person, VBA Office Glen Allen |
| Wednesday, December 6th | 10:00 am – Noon | Zoom |
2023 Meeting Materials:
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 01/25 | |
| 05/09 | Agenda |
| 09/20 | Agenda |
SECURITY & ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Co-Chair: Tracy Pastella, Chesapeake Bank
Co-Chair: Derrick Copeland, Burke & Herbert Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: Walt Lyons
View the Security & ERM Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: Promote the sharing of security and enterprise risk management best practices within the Virginia Banking community. Provide peer networking opportunities, industry insights and expertise to assist members in remaining at the forefront of security and enterprise risk management advancements.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, February 9th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Thursday, May 11th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm |
In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Thursday, August 10th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm |
In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Thursday, November 16th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | Zoom |
2023 Meeting Materials:
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Date |
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|---|---|
| 08/10 | Agenda |
TRAINING COMMITTEE
Co-Chair: Marci Clodfelter, C&F Bank Co-Chair: Mollie Mock-Kaufman, United Bank
VBA Staff Liaison: Kristen Reid
View the Training Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: To provide a forum for peer networking and discussion on best practices and innovation in bank training.
Click here for the training Committee Q&A page
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, February 3rd | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | Zoom |
| Friday, April 21st | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Thursday, August 17th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | Zoom |
| Thursday, November 2nd | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
2023 Meeting Materials:
| 02/03 | February Training Committee Meeting Materials |
| 04/21 | Agenda |
TRUST & WEALTH MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Chair: Jeff Hassler, Truist
VBA Staff Liaison: DeMarion Johnston
View the Trust & Wealth Management Committee roster here!
Mission Statement: To provide a venue for collaboration and sharing of ideas to foster a robust trust and wealth management environment in the Commonwealth of Virginia so that clients benefit by way of expanded competitive services and delivery options; trust and wealth management executives grow professionally through peer exchange and education; banks benefit from developing ways to offer trust and wealth management services as part of comprehensive relationships with clients; and the VBA promotes, represents and enhances the bank trust and wealth management industry with the support of state legislative and regulatory officials.
2023 Meeting Dates:
| Date | Time | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, March 24th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Friday, June 9th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
| Friday, September 15th | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | Zoom |
| Friday, December 1st | 10:30 am – 1:00 pm | In-Person, VBA Office in Glen Allen |
2023 Meeting Materials:
| Date | |
|---|---|
| 03/24 | Agenda |
| 06/09 | Agenda |
| 09/15 | Agenda |