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VACB Chairman 2008
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Bank of Essex in Tapphannock

VACB Members Attend Policy Summit in Washington, DC
ICBA Hosts Community Bankers from Across the Country




Seven community bankers from Virginia were among a group of 300 leadership bankers who participated in the ICBA Washington Policy Summit April 28-29. The Virginia delegation included Charlie Collum, Burke and Herbert Bank & Trust; Jeff Dick, MainStreet Bank; Larry Lyons, Central Virginia Bank; Bill McFaddin, Community Bankers' Bank; Sam Neese,Highlands Union Bank; Pierce Stone, Virginia Community Bank; and Pat Satterfield, VACB.

VACB leadership bankers visited with lawmakers and agency officlas to discuss the industry's most pressing policy positions and perspectives.




Community Bank Survey Launched
ICBA & FIS Seeking Economic Feedback

ICBA and Fidelity National Information Services, and ICBA Preferred Service Provider, is conducting a national survey to learn more about the challenges facing community banks and their economic outlook in 2008. Receiving insights, opinions, and experiences from all community banks in the survey is important. The first 250 banks that complete the survey will win a $25 Barnes & Noble Gift Card, courtesy of ICBA and FIS. Every subsequent entry received will be entered into a drawing to receive a $500 Visa Gift Card. Article courtesy of ICBA NewsWatch Today, April 21, 2008.






VACB to Hold 8th Annual Bankers' Cup at The Federal Club
Tournament Date is Wednesday, June 4, 2008

VACB and Williams Mullen will host the 8th Annual Bankers' Cup Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 4th. This VACB members-only tournamentwill be held at The Federal Club in Glen Allen. The course, designed by golf legend Arnold Palmer, is set on 625 acres of historic Virginia property. Mark your calendar now and plan to join VACB on the green, Wednesday, June 4, 2008.



Featured Educational Program:

Checklist for Complying with FACT Act Red Flag Rules-Effective November 1, 2008 - Sections 114 and 315 of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA) apply to "each financial institution and creditor that holds any consumer account, or other account for which there is a reasonably foreseeable risk of identity theft." Time is running out for your bank to be in compliance. This practical program includes a checklist that provides ... [ MORE ]



Featured Presenter:
Dr. Kevin F. Streff, Secure Banking Solutions - Dr. Streff is the Director of the Center for Information Assurance at Dakota State, which has been recognized by both the National Security Agency and The Department of HomelandSecurity as a national center of academic excellence in information assurance. Dr. Streff has extensive knowledge of the financial services industry, including banking, insurance, and credit operations. Dr. Streff is founder and managing partner of Secure Banking Solutions, a security consulting firm focused on improving security in community banks across the country. Dr. Streff is also President of InfraGard - South Dakota, a partnership program between Private Industry and the U.S. government (represented by the FBI). Dr. Streff speaks nationally on security issues and solutions relevant to small and medium-sized banks.

Sign up for the 05/20/2008 seminar by Dr. Kevin F. Streff, Secure Banking Solutions, entitled Comprehensive IT Risk Assessment, or view all programs on the VACB Calendar of Events.



VACB 31st Annual Convention
October 19-22, 2008-Pinehurst, NC

Make your plans now to join VACB at Pinehurst for the 31st Annual Convention & Trade Show! This is a must-attend event! Watch your mail for details coming soon!




05/13/2008 : Challenges for Employers in a Slowing Economy-presented by Williams Mullen

05/15/2008 : Keeping RESPA Simple

05/15/2008 : Challengers for Employers in a Slowing Economy, presented by Williams Mullen

05/20/2008 : Comprehensive IT Risk Assessment

05/22/2008 : Checklist for Complying with FACT Act Red Flag Rules-Effective November 1, 2008

05/22/2008 : BSA Audit

05/28/2008 : Complying With Electronic Lending Rules

05/29/2008 : Your Bank�s Ethics Responsibilities

06/03/2008 : Dealing with Regulators in an Uncertain Environment

06/04/2008 : 8th Annual Bankers' Cup Golf Tournament

06/05/2008 : Safe Deposit Compliance & Legal Issues Update 2008

06/10/2008 : Medallion & Signature Guarantee Rules

06/10/2008 : 2nd Quarter Compliance Forum-Central

06/12/2008 : Asset Liability Management: Interest Rate Risk

06/12/2008 : Second Quarter Compliance Forum-SOUTHWEST

06/17/2008 : BSA Exam Hotspots 2008: Ten Issues You Must Know

06/19/2008 : Top 10 Compliance Violations

06/24/2008 : Opening Accounts for Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)

06/26/2008 : Conducting a Risk-Based Compliance Audit

07/08/2008 : FedLine Advantage Monitoring & Control Guidelines: The IT Perspective

07/09/2008 : Interpreting Economic & Agricultural Indicators In Portfolio Management

07/15/2008 - 07/15/2008 : Front Line "SkillWorks" Opening Personal Accounts: Including Red Flags Regulatory Changes Effective November 1

07/17/2008 : Handling Title Insurance Policies & Commitments

07/22/2008 : Granting, Documenting & Monitoring CTR Exemptions

07/24/2008 - 07/24/2008 : Advanced Commerical Loan Documentation

07/29/2008 : Conducting an Independent BSA Audit

07/31/2008 : Technology Contract Negotiation

10/19/2008 - 10/22/2008 : VACB 31st Annual Convention



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