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Emerging Leaders Conference

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October 8 – October 9

If you are a bank professional looking to gain new skills and advance in your banking career, this is the event for you. Every year, attendees hear from leadership speakers and learn ways to engage with the banking industry as they network with individuals from all across Virginia and Maryland.

Conference Topics
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  • Leading the AI Revolution: Practical Lessons for Emerging Leaders
    • Piali Ghose, Vice President, Director of Artificial Intelligence, Chain Bridge Bank, N.A.
  • The Leader You Bring Into the Room: Leading Yourself Before You Lead Others
    • Dorothy Welch, EVP/Director of Program Management, First Bank, Virginia
  • Mental Wellness as Leadership Currency: Leading with Empathy and Accountability
    • Angela Lightfoot, Executive Leadership & Mental Health Wellness Coach, Ms. Angela Coaches
  • Industry Update
    • Tristan Macdonald, VP, Government and Member Relations, Virginia Bankers Association, and Evan Richards, VP, Government and Member Relations, Maryland Bankers Association
  • Economic Update
  • Leadership Panel
  • Fighting Fraud at Every Level
  • …And More to Be Announced!

Full agenda to be announced soon!

Registration Information
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Member Non-Member
$625 $1,125

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MBA/VBA Event Policies

By registering for this event, you are agreeing to the MBA/VBA Event Policies and the Privacy Policy.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations will be charged a $25.00 administrative fee. Cancellations received less than 72 business hours before the event will be charged a $75.00 administrative fee plus any additional fees associated with the training. Substitutions are allowed prior to the beginning of the event.

Special Needs & Americans with Disabilities Notice

Please share any specific needs that should be considered as we plan for the conference (i.e. hearing impaired, sight impaired, etc). Please contact Chandler Owdom with any details.

Hotel Information
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Richmond Marriott

500 East Broad Street

Richmond, Virginia, 23219

Toll Free: +1-800-228-9290

We have reserved a block of rooms at the Richmond Marriott at the rate of $195/night, plus applicable taxes and fees. To take advantage of the negotiated rate, click here and secure your reservation on or before Wednesday, September 16.

Sponsorship Opportunities
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Interested in sponsoring at this event? Click here to see available options. View our complete 2026 Sponsor Brochure here. Questions? Contact Amy Binns.

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