Leadership Conference
November 14-15, 2024 | Omni Charlottesville
November 14-15, 2024 | Omni Charlottesville
This conference is designed for emerging banking leaders and members of the Virginia Bankers Association Emerging Bank Leaders (EBL) group and Maryland Bankers Association's Emerging Leaders. This conference will give Emerging Bank Leaders the opportunity to share ideas and network with peers from across the state. You do not have to be an EBL member to attend.
If you are a bank professional looking to gain new skills and interested in growing and progressing within 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 over the region.
If you are a bank professional looking to gain new skills and interested in growing and progressing within 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 over the region.
AGenda
Thursday, November 14
9:00 – 9:30 am Registration & Continental Breakfast
(East Ballroom Prefunction, Skyline, Blue Ridge, Rivanna)
Sponsored by Bankers Insurance
9:30 – 9:40 am Welcome & Announcements (East Ballroom)
2024 Emerging Bank Leaders Chair
Darren Tully, Capital Bank
9:40 – 10:30 am Economic Outlook (East Ballroom)
Ryan Price, Virginia REALTORS®
10:30 – 10:45 am Networking Break (East Ballroom Prefunction)
10:45 - 11:45 am Bank CEOs/Bank Executives Panel (East Ballroom)
David Boyle, Burke & Herbert Bank
LeAnne Emert, Benchmark Community Bank
*Additional Panelists to Be Announced!
11:45 am – 12:45 pm Lunch (Skyline, Blue Ridge, Rivanna)
12:45 – 1:30 pm Hot Topics Roundtable (East Ballroom)
1:30 – 2:20 pm Pursuing Your Dreams (East Ballroom)
Mike Wilkerson, F&M Bank
2:20 – 3:20 pm Leading for Tomorrow, Today! (East Ballroom)
Nick Arrigo, CultivateTM, Haberfeld
Irrespective of the economic environment, true leadership for tomorrow must happen today. Regardless of your position, leadership is about operating with integrity, adapting to the needs of others and modeling what’s expected. In this interactive session, we will craft a vision for ourselves as leaders, understand how core values guide us, explore leadership principles and review results of strategic execution in community banking.
KEY POINTS TO BE COVERED
3:30 – 4:30 pm Brave, Bold & Barefoot: A Champion’s Blueprint to Success
(East Ballroom)
Karen Barefoot, Industrial Reliability & Repair
Join us for an inspiring journey into the world of courage, resilience, and unparalleled success, where Karen Barefoot will delve into her extraordinary life—from her beginnings as an NCAA record-setting athlete to becoming a championship-winning coach and respected business leader.
Discover how Karen’s story of overcoming adversity and achieving greatness against all odds can empower you to turn your aspirations into achievements. Learn the secrets to building resilience, embracing change, and leaving a lasting legacy through Karen’s unique “footprint of firsts” philosophy.
Whether you’re navigating personal challenges or seeking professional growth, this keynote will equip you with actionable insights and a renewed sense of purpose. Join us as we explore how to transform passion into meaningful action and embark on a journey towards personal and professional fulfillment.
4:30 – 4:40 pm Announcements & Adjourn for the Day (East Ballroom)
5:15 – 6:15 pm Reception (Skyline, Blue Ridge, Rivanna)
Sponsored by Equifax
6:15 pm Dinner on Your Own
8:30 – 10:30 pm Evening Reception with Cash Bar (East Ballroom)
Featuring the Something Shiny Band
Sponsored by Equifax
Friday, November 15
7:45 – 9:00 am Breakfast (Skyline, Blue Ridge, Rivanna)
9:00 – 9:30 am Industry Update (East Ballroom)
Bruce Whitehurst, Virginia Bankers Association
9:30 – 10:30 am Transforming Transactions: The Rise of Realtime Payments
and Fintech’s Latest Wave (East Ballroom)
DJ Seeterlin, Chesapeake Bank
Join a community banking leader in payments and innovation as he breaks down the latest changes that are affecting banks with fintech partnerships, the rise of real-time payments with FedNow and RTP, and other industry events and opportunities.
10:30 – 10:45 am Networking Break (East Ballroom Prefunction)
10:45 – 11:45 am Refresh, Refuel, Recharge (East Ballroom)
Dr. Melissa Furman, Career Potential
As the workplace continues to change at an accelerated rate and employees continue to experience prolonged exposure to psychological stress, skills such as adaptability, grit, and resiliency will be critical for future success. This refreshing, interactive session utilizes engaging exercises to identify signs of burnout and provide practical tools for enhancing adaptability, grit, and resiliency.
11:45 am Closing Remarks & Adjourn (East Ballroom)
*Speakers and topics are subject to change
9:00 – 9:30 am Registration & Continental Breakfast
(East Ballroom Prefunction, Skyline, Blue Ridge, Rivanna)
Sponsored by Bankers Insurance
9:30 – 9:40 am Welcome & Announcements (East Ballroom)
2024 Emerging Bank Leaders Chair
Darren Tully, Capital Bank
9:40 – 10:30 am Economic Outlook (East Ballroom)
Ryan Price, Virginia REALTORS®
10:30 – 10:45 am Networking Break (East Ballroom Prefunction)
10:45 - 11:45 am Bank CEOs/Bank Executives Panel (East Ballroom)
David Boyle, Burke & Herbert Bank
LeAnne Emert, Benchmark Community Bank
*Additional Panelists to Be Announced!
11:45 am – 12:45 pm Lunch (Skyline, Blue Ridge, Rivanna)
12:45 – 1:30 pm Hot Topics Roundtable (East Ballroom)
1:30 – 2:20 pm Pursuing Your Dreams (East Ballroom)
Mike Wilkerson, F&M Bank
2:20 – 3:20 pm Leading for Tomorrow, Today! (East Ballroom)
Nick Arrigo, CultivateTM, Haberfeld
Irrespective of the economic environment, true leadership for tomorrow must happen today. Regardless of your position, leadership is about operating with integrity, adapting to the needs of others and modeling what’s expected. In this interactive session, we will craft a vision for ourselves as leaders, understand how core values guide us, explore leadership principles and review results of strategic execution in community banking.
KEY POINTS TO BE COVERED
- Discuss strategic leadership principles
- Craft a vision for ourselves as leaders
- Understand the importance of value-driven decision-making
3:30 – 4:30 pm Brave, Bold & Barefoot: A Champion’s Blueprint to Success
(East Ballroom)
Karen Barefoot, Industrial Reliability & Repair
Join us for an inspiring journey into the world of courage, resilience, and unparalleled success, where Karen Barefoot will delve into her extraordinary life—from her beginnings as an NCAA record-setting athlete to becoming a championship-winning coach and respected business leader.
Discover how Karen’s story of overcoming adversity and achieving greatness against all odds can empower you to turn your aspirations into achievements. Learn the secrets to building resilience, embracing change, and leaving a lasting legacy through Karen’s unique “footprint of firsts” philosophy.
Whether you’re navigating personal challenges or seeking professional growth, this keynote will equip you with actionable insights and a renewed sense of purpose. Join us as we explore how to transform passion into meaningful action and embark on a journey towards personal and professional fulfillment.
4:30 – 4:40 pm Announcements & Adjourn for the Day (East Ballroom)
5:15 – 6:15 pm Reception (Skyline, Blue Ridge, Rivanna)
Sponsored by Equifax
6:15 pm Dinner on Your Own
8:30 – 10:30 pm Evening Reception with Cash Bar (East Ballroom)
Featuring the Something Shiny Band
Sponsored by Equifax
Friday, November 15
7:45 – 9:00 am Breakfast (Skyline, Blue Ridge, Rivanna)
9:00 – 9:30 am Industry Update (East Ballroom)
Bruce Whitehurst, Virginia Bankers Association
9:30 – 10:30 am Transforming Transactions: The Rise of Realtime Payments
and Fintech’s Latest Wave (East Ballroom)
DJ Seeterlin, Chesapeake Bank
Join a community banking leader in payments and innovation as he breaks down the latest changes that are affecting banks with fintech partnerships, the rise of real-time payments with FedNow and RTP, and other industry events and opportunities.
10:30 – 10:45 am Networking Break (East Ballroom Prefunction)
10:45 – 11:45 am Refresh, Refuel, Recharge (East Ballroom)
Dr. Melissa Furman, Career Potential
As the workplace continues to change at an accelerated rate and employees continue to experience prolonged exposure to psychological stress, skills such as adaptability, grit, and resiliency will be critical for future success. This refreshing, interactive session utilizes engaging exercises to identify signs of burnout and provide practical tools for enhancing adaptability, grit, and resiliency.
11:45 am Closing Remarks & Adjourn (East Ballroom)
*Speakers and topics are subject to change
Registration
Hotel Information
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
212 Ridge McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
The VBA has negotiated a room rate of $199/night, plus applicable taxes and fees. To take advantage of the negotiated rate, reservations must be made by Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Click here to make your reservation.
212 Ridge McIntire Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
The VBA has negotiated a room rate of $199/night, plus applicable taxes and fees. To take advantage of the negotiated rate, reservations must be made by Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Click here to make your reservation.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Please contact VBA's Amy Binns for information.
Questions?
MBA Members - Contact Ann DeVilbiss, MBA's Head of Events & Membership Experience, at (443) 837-1606.
VBA Members - Contact Kristen Reid, VBA's Vice President, Education & Training, at (804) 819-4731.
MBA Members - Contact Ann DeVilbiss, MBA's Head of Events & Membership Experience, at (443) 837-1606.
VBA Members - Contact Kristen Reid, VBA's Vice President, Education & Training, at (804) 819-4731.
