Author: Kasi Clifton

American Bankers Association Publishes Staff Analysis on Section 1071’s Likely Effect on Banks

The proposed implementation of Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act, which requires reporting of detailed data on small business lending, will have far-reaching implications for how lenders approach their small business credit decisions, according to a new staff analysis published by ABA’s economic research team. The analysis notes that while promoting access to capital to… Read more »



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Virginia Bankers Association Selects Amy Mellinger as Chairman of the Emerging Bank Leaders Group

Jonesville, VA—Powell Valley National Bank (PVB) is pleased to announce that Amy Mellinger, Senior Vice President, Director of Human Resources and Marketing, will serve as Chairman of the Emerging Bank Leaders (EBL) group for the Virginia Bankers Association (VBA) beginning January 1, 2023. As a graduate of the Virginia Bankers School of Bank Management and… Read more »



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Powell Valley National Bank Names Mark Farris as Market Executive

Jonesville, VA-Powell Valley National Bank (PVB, Bank) is pleased to announce the promotion of Mark Farris, Senior Vice President, to Market Executive for Washington County, VA. “Mark is a dedicated banker and community volunteer having spent 25 years in the Washington County, Virginia Market,” said Leton L. Harding, Jr., CEO of PVB. “During his time… Read more »