Southern National Bancorp of Virginia, Inc., and Sonabank, announced that it has appointed Deborah Diaz to its Board of Directors. Ms. Deborah Diaz brings over 30 years of senior level business experience through key executive leadership positions focused on financial stewardship, technology, cybersecurity, and data protection. Currently, she is CEO of Catalyst ADV, a technology and strategic growth advisory firm, and venture capital advisor developing new business markets and industry partnership opportunities. Previously, Ms. Diaz served as Chief Technology Officer and Deputy Chief Information Officer at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration "NASA" responsible for global system infrastructure, risk management, investment oversight, data management, innovation and technology infusion.