The second is Glenn A. Harman, CPA, my college accounting professor who employed me in his accounting office while enrolled at FSU. He instilled a great sense of professional work ethic in me. Last, but not least, the leadership at Arnett & Foster (now Baker Tilly) gave me my first career opportunity where I found great success and led me to where I am today. What is the best professional advice you have received? “This too shall pass.” These four words are so important. People have the tendency to have an inflated reality when things are good. When things are bad, they seem to get bogged down. Living in the peaks and valleys is precarious at best and, most of the time, situations are exaggerated in our own mind. It’s wise to remember that this too shall pass — keep a level head, be the calming voice in the room and stay the course. What is your favorite memory or experience from your career? While still relatively new in my P/CEO role at FNB Bank, I was selected to serve on the Community Bankers Council of the ABA. This opportunity allowed me to deepen my industry knowledge through interactions with peers from around the country. It also provided deeper insights into the legislative processes in D.C. What advice would you give emerging leaders in the banking industry? I encourage patience and understanding because everything cannot be given at once, and working for something creates a deeper level of appreciation. However, I also follow that up with, if an opportunity presents itself, do not let yourself get in the way. Pursue all opportunities presented that may lead you to your professional goals, even when you may have some self-doubt. In short, be patient with your expectations, but also pursue everything that is put in front of you. Success will follow. Please tell us about your family, interests and hobbies. I have been married to my beautiful wife, Amy, for 17 years. We both love everything that West Virginia has to offer and decided long ago that we wanted to work and live here. When I took the CFO position with FNB Bank, we moved home to the Delaplain family farm. We are surrounded by mountains, 7 West Virginia Banker
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