VACB's Fall Education Line-Up - Finishing 2026 Strong


We're getting to the end of the year, but VACB's Education offerings are going strong! Next week features our Fall Internal Audit program with Brown Edwards. Our Q4 meeting dates and locations are listed below.


Other Fall Dates to Be Aware Of: (Full details/agendas available soon!)

  • Q4 Compliance Forum Southwest | Abingdon | December 1, 2026
  • Q4 Compliance Forum Central | Richmond | December 3, 2026
  • Q4 Operations Forum | Staunton | December 15 & 16, 2026

Don't Miss This Program!

Fall Internal Audit Program Topics | November 3 - Via Zoom


Program Topics

  • AI Readiness – The ICBA released an AI readiness guide earlier in the year. We will share highlights of the guide to help you in your role.


  • Model Validations – We will discuss recent changes to regulatory guidance related to model validations and how those changes impact your internal audit plan.


  • AI in IA – With AI on our minds, we will share additional examples and case studies that apply to the internal audit function.


  • Regulatory Changes – Always a hot topic, we will discuss relevant regulatory changes that auditors need to know.


  • Fraud Mitigation – Based on actual fraud cases, we will facilitate an interactive session where we discuss practical controls to mitigate risk.


About Our Presenters

G. Alan Landes, CPA, CIA | Partner – Financial Institution Services Group

Alan has over 32 years of public accounting experience, as well as work experience in the private sector in financial management. As a partner in Brown Edwards’ Financial Institution Services Group, he provides continuous support and value-added services to community banks throughout the Virginias, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Ohio.



Jason B. Ross, CPA | Partner - Financial Institution Services Group

Jason is a Partner in the Blacksburg office. He has over 20 years of public accounting experience. His focus has been providing accounting services to the financial services industry. He has worked with over 50 community banks and a number of SEC registrants ranging in size from $100 million to $3 billion. Jason has extensive experience with GAAP and SEC issues and assists clients in complex accounting issues, quarterly reviews, and with SEC filings.


Jennifer Theimer, CPA, CRCM | Director - Financial Institution Services Group

Jennifer is a director in the financial institution practice in the Roanoke office. She assists community banks with numerous professional services including SOX reporting and compliance, internal audit, external audit, BSA validations and regulatory compliance. Prior to joining Brown Edwards, she was the Chief Administration and Risk Officer (CARO) for a community bank for 11 years where she was responsible for managing strategic, financial and operational risks across the organization. 

Who Should Attend?

Any bank staff involved in the bank's audit function, whether in-house staff or staff monitoring external audit functions.

Community Bankers Webinar Network

Expert-led banking education for your entire team, delivered live and on demand through the Community Bankers Webinar Network. Check out our upcoming offerings by clicking the links below:


Nov. 2 - Loan Litigation: 10 Reasons You Lose Money in Court on Loans

Nov. 3 - A Year in the Life of a Compliance Officer

Nov. 3 - A to Z of Reg E

Nov. 4 - Deposit Operations Update

Nov. 5 - Collection Series: Collecting & Communicating with Troubled Borrowers Before It’s Too Late

Nov. 9 - 1099 Reporting: Foreclosures, Repossessions & Debt Settlements

Nov. 9 - The Branch Manager's Toolkit Part 1: A Guide to Team Development

Nov. 10 - IRA Series: Traditional IRA Discretionary & Required Minimum Distributions

Nov. 10 - ACH Reclamations & Garnishments

Stifel Solutions for Year-End Planning

Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. ET


In September, the Federal Reserve raised its federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.75% - 4.00% amid a stubborn inflationary environment dating back to 2021. A consensus of Fed members anticipates another hike before year-end. In a sustained higher rate environment, certain institutions could see net interest margin compress even as asset yields reprice upward.


Please join Stifel for a webinar exploring actionable strategies designed to assist your institution to protect margin and improve earnings in 2027.

Banking With A Purpose | Complimentary Webinar

December 8 at 2:30 pm EST

Building Your Bank’s Brand by Building Your Community

Discover how Pendleton Community Bank and WV Tech University turned “Communiversity” into a partnership that attracts customers and students, strengthens both brands, and deepens local relationships. Learn how investing in each other’s success creates growth for both institutions - and a stronger community where a rising tide lifts all boats.

ICBA Education - Your Community Bank Resource

ICBA has training opportunities for every section of a community bank. Click the title above to see what the national group is offering its members!