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Craig D.
Bell is the founder of Village Bank (Midlothian, Virginia), founded in 1999.
Current jobs include Director-Virginia Endowment Fund at The United Methodist Church, President & Director at The Community Tax Law Project, Member at American Inns of Court, Member at The United States Tax Court, Trustee at Virginia War Museum, Member at International Society of Appraisers, Trustee at Henricus Park Foundation, President at ASAC Foundation, and Partner, Head-State & Local Tax at McGuireWoods LLP since 2000.
Former jobs include Chairman-Taxation Section at Virginia State Bar, Chairman-Tax Section at The Virginia Bar Association, Chairman at Village Bank & Trust Financial Corp.
from 1999 to 2024, and Adjunct Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Education includes graduate degree from The College of William & Mary in 1986, undergraduate degree from Syracuse University in 1979, MBA from Syracuse University in 1980, and graduate degree from The State University of New York in 1983.
Craig Bell active positions
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McGuireWoods LLP
McGuireWoods LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides legal services | Corporate Officer/Principal | 10/09/2009 |
The Community Tax Law Project
The Community Tax Law Project Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Community Tax Law Project is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal representation and assistance to low- and moderate-income taxpayers facing federal and state tax disputes. The non-profit company is based in Richmond, VA. The organization serves individuals and families with incomes at or below 250% of the federal poverty level, offering professional representation, advice, and referrals through its staff and a network of volunteer attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents. It assists taxpayers at all stages of tax controversies, including examinations, appeals, collections, payment negotiations, and tax court hearings, and addresses issues such as substantiating tax benefits, resolving erroneous income reports, managing foreclosure-related tax consequences, and protecting innocent spouses. The organization emphasizes education and outreach for vulnerable groups, including non-English speakers, elderly and disabled individuals, welfare-to-work participants, self-employed persons, and survivors of domestic violence. It promotes awareness of taxpayer rights and responsibilities, encourages early resolution of tax problems, and supports IRS programs that provide free basic tax return preparation to eligible taxpayers. | Director/Board Member | 10/09/2009 |
The United States Tax Court
The United States Tax Court General GovernmentGovernment Operates as court for the deportment of revenue | Corporate Officer/Principal | 11/09/2009 |
Virginia War Museum
Virginia War Museum Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Virginia War Museum is dedicated to showcasing American military history from 1775 to the present, with extensive collections including artifacts, weapons, vehicles, uniforms, and propaganda posters. The non-profit company is based in Newport News, VA. Notable exhibits feature themes such as "Women at War," "Marches Toward Freedom," and "Visions of War," highlighting both military and social aspects of wartime. The museum emphasizes Newport News' historical role as a port of embarkation during the world wars and displays significant artifacts such as Harry Truman’s World War I helmet, a section of the Berlin Wall, and part of the Dachau concentration camp outer wall. | Director/Board Member | 11/09/2009 |
American Inns of Court | Corporate Officer/Principal | 04/05/2010 |
The United Methodist Church
The United Methodist Church Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a church | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Henricus Park Foundation | Director/Board Member | - |
ASAC Foundation | President | - |
International Society of Appraisers
International Society of Appraisers Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Operates as a personal property appraisal associations | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
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| Private companies | 17 |
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Village Bank & Trust Financial Corp.
Village Bank & Trust Financial Corp. Regional BanksFinance Operates as a bank holding company which provides commercial and consumer banking services | Finance |
The College of William & Mary
The College of William & Mary Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Syracuse University
Syracuse University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
The United Methodist Church
The United Methodist Church Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a church | Commercial Services |
Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
The State University of New York
The State University of New York Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
McGuireWoods LLP
McGuireWoods LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides legal services | Commercial Services |
Virginia State Bar
Virginia State Bar Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates professional organization for lawyers | Commercial Services |
The Virginia Bar Association
The Virginia Bar Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Virginia Bar Association is a voluntary statewide organization of legal professionals committed to upholding the rule of law and enhancing the legal profession. The non-profit company is based in Richmond, VA. It offers members benefits such as access to exclusive content, registration discounts, and professional support. The association comprises groups including divisions, law sections, committees, and councils that foster networking, leadership, and expertise in various legal areas. Members can participate in continuing legal education programs, webinars, and social events. The association provides resources like publications, legislative advocacy, practice management tools, and a member directory. Through its foundation, it supports educational and service initiatives, promoting community, professional growth, and leadership within the legal community. | Commercial Services |
American Inns of Court | |
Village Bank (Midlothian, Virginia)
Village Bank (Midlothian, Virginia) Regional BanksFinance State chartered commercial bank | Finance |
The Community Tax Law Project
The Community Tax Law Project Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Community Tax Law Project is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal representation and assistance to low- and moderate-income taxpayers facing federal and state tax disputes. The non-profit company is based in Richmond, VA. The organization serves individuals and families with incomes at or below 250% of the federal poverty level, offering professional representation, advice, and referrals through its staff and a network of volunteer attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents. It assists taxpayers at all stages of tax controversies, including examinations, appeals, collections, payment negotiations, and tax court hearings, and addresses issues such as substantiating tax benefits, resolving erroneous income reports, managing foreclosure-related tax consequences, and protecting innocent spouses. The organization emphasizes education and outreach for vulnerable groups, including non-English speakers, elderly and disabled individuals, welfare-to-work participants, self-employed persons, and survivors of domestic violence. It promotes awareness of taxpayer rights and responsibilities, encourages early resolution of tax problems, and supports IRS programs that provide free basic tax return preparation to eligible taxpayers. | Commercial Services |
The United States Tax Court
The United States Tax Court General GovernmentGovernment Operates as court for the deportment of revenue | Government |
Virginia War Museum
Virginia War Museum Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Virginia War Museum is dedicated to showcasing American military history from 1775 to the present, with extensive collections including artifacts, weapons, vehicles, uniforms, and propaganda posters. The non-profit company is based in Newport News, VA. Notable exhibits feature themes such as "Women at War," "Marches Toward Freedom," and "Visions of War," highlighting both military and social aspects of wartime. The museum emphasizes Newport News' historical role as a port of embarkation during the world wars and displays significant artifacts such as Harry Truman’s World War I helmet, a section of the Berlin Wall, and part of the Dachau concentration camp outer wall. | Consumer Services |
International Society of Appraisers
International Society of Appraisers Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Operates as a personal property appraisal associations | Finance |
Henricus Park Foundation | |
ASAC Foundation |
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