The Women’s Mentorship Program assists our member banks with preparing the talented women within your banks for future senior leadership positions. During this program, mentor/mentee pairs participated in a 10-month experience involving one-on-one interaction and discussion combined with training and regional networking opportunities. Members of the Executive Women in Banking Peer Group hosted regional meet-ups in the spring of 2024 for mentors and mentees to come together and share their experiences thus far. 

Program Components

• Formal Opening Session including mentor and mentee training hosted at the VBA
• Bi-monthly industry and development focus themes
  • Topical webinars presented by industry experts
  • Bi-monthly emails to mentors and mentees with:
    • Discussion guides
    • Resources and templates
    • Suggested readings
• Regional meet-ups hosted by members of the Executive Women in Banking Peer Group
• Closing event hosted by the VBA

Highlights from the 2024 Program

• Personal Branding with Jennifer Huffman | Atlantic Union Bank
• Goal Setting with Jodi Flynn | Women Taking the Lead
• Exploring Core Values with Britten Parker | InnerWill Leadership  Institute
• Closing Session: From Brand to Bold with Donna Highfill | Donna Highfill Consulting

2024 Themes

• Building the Knowledge of Your Bank – It All Starts with Your Organization!
• Understanding Your Strengths, Values and How They Play Into Your Brand
• What Do You Want to be Known For & the Foundation of Your Personal Brand
• Polishing Your Brand Statement

2024 Participating Banks

Forty-six bankers participating in this year’s program from the following banks:

• Bank of Botetourt
• Benchmark Community Bank
• C&F Bank
• Chesapeake Bank
• First Bank, Virginia
• Forbright Bank
• MainStreet Bank
• Old Point National Bank
• Sandy Spring Bank
• Shore United Bank, NA
• The Farmers Bank of Appomattox

Program Pictures