New ICBA Chairman Alice P. Frazier praised community banks for being a safe harbor for their customers and urged them to innovate boldly, advocate fiercely, and mentor the next generation of leaders.
Advocacy: Speaking at ICBA LIVE 2026 in San Diego, Frazier—who testified before Congress last year on the need for community bank regulatory and tax relief—noted community banks have made significant progress over the past year. “Members of Congress and the administration believe in community banks,” she said. “This is our time.”
Making a Difference: Frazier concluded her remarks with a call for bankers to join her in advocating for community banks at the ICBA Capital Summit, scheduled for May 4-7 in Washington, D.C.
Background: In addition to being president and CEO of Potomac Bank in Charles Town, W.Va., Frazier serves on the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Board, is past chairman of the Virginia Association of Community Banks, serves as treasurer on the WVU East Hospital System and for the Loudoun Economic Development Authority, and is a member of 100 Women Strong.