Recognition



Women in Banking Recognition of Excellence Program

Honoring Influential Women & Champions for Women in the PA Banking Industry

Each year, the Women in Banking Recognition of Excellence Program honors rising stars and leaders throughout our industry that continually "go the extra mile" to promote and inspire women to reach their full potential within the banking industry, her financial institution and the community. 

Two individuals will be honored in the following two categories:
• The Patricia A. Husic Woman of Influence Award; and
• Champion for Women Award.

Nominations are closed for 2026.

Click here for suggestions on how to nominate a successful candidate.

All questions should be submitted to Michelle Staton, (717) 255-6923.   

Thank you to our 2026 Women in Banking Recognition of Excellence Program sponsor:   



Future Under 40 & Young Professionals Champion Awards


Nominations are now closed for the Future Under 40 and Young Professionals Champions Awards, honoring future and senior leaders in the banking industry.

Future Under 40 - Honoring Future Leaders of Our Industry

The Future Under 40 Awards* honor young industry leaders who have made a tremendous impact in their institution, the community and the industry. 

*Nominees must be a current banker or Affiliate Member of PA Bankers and 40 years of age and younger.

Young Professionals Champion - Honoring an Influential Senior Leader in Our Industry

The Young Professionals Champion Award* honors an influential senior leader who inspires and promotes the growth of young professionals in the industry.

*Nominees must be a PA Bankers financial institution member.

All questions should be submitted to Michelle Henry, (717) 255-6900.   


Inclusive Leadership Award

The Inclusive Leadership Award highlights bankers who show leadership and a commitment to advancing and celebrating inclusivity within their banks and across the banking industry. Individuals must be in a leadership role at a financial institution member of PA Bankers and have demonstrated consistent and quantifiable support for diversity and inclusion efforts in their workplace, the industry and the community. 

All questions should be submitted to Michelle Staton, (717) 255-6923.

William S. Latoff Advocacy Award

William S. Latoff was the active chairman and CEO of DNB First, National Association when he passed away on Jan. 11, 2016. He served his bank and his community with dedication and humility. A former PaBPAC chairman, PA Bankers Government Relations Policy Committee member and representative to ABA’s BankPAC Committee, Bill understood what it meant to be politically active, as he nurtured strong relationships with members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly and United States Congress, alike. Bill whole-heartedly believed that advocacy would effectuate positive change for the industry.

In honor of Bill, PA Bankers established the William S. Latoff Advocacy Award, which recognizes a banker who displays excellence in advocacy as an active policymaker for PA Bankers, an outspoken and successful advocate for the industry and a committed supporter of PaBPAC.

All questions should be submitted to Amy Doyle, (717) 255-6937.

30-, 40- and 50-Year Clubs

Have you been in the industry for 30, 40 or 50+ years? Join our 30-, 40- and 50-Year Clubs today to be honored for your longstanding commitment to the industry.

All 50-Year+ Club inductees will be honored during the PA Bankers 2026 Convention. Applications are due by April 1. Anything received after April 1 will be honored the following year.

Click here to access the form.

All questions should be submitted to Michelle Henry, (717) 255-6900.