The Vinings Business Association (VBA) Has 3 Meetings/Events Per Month
Lunch: First (1st) Tuesday of the Month, at Social Vinings Restaurant
After Hours: Third (3rd) Tuesday of the Month, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Location Varies
Executive Club: Third (3rd) Wednesday of the Month, 9:50 am - 11:00 am, Social Vinings
Next Lunch, March 2nd
Lunch is $15.00 for Members and $20.00 for Non-Members
Lunch Program is from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
GUESTS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! (no industry restrictions)
VBA Basic Annual Membership Begins at $95
Other (corporate-type) membership opportunities available containing wider exposure. Click: "Documents" above, then "View Documents"
then download "Vinings Business Association Membership Levels"
Select your level and enroll online
or contact: glenn@viningsbusiness.com for information
To Enroll, Click Here: Member Signup
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LUNCH LOCATION
Social Vinings Restaurant
3621 Vinings Slope Dr
Atlanta, GA 30339
(Next to QuikTrip gas station)
Get Directions
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Please register for lunch.
We need 48 hours in advance to guarantee your lunch
Pay online and avoid the line!
Be sure to bring your receipt if you pay online.
Please Register Here
March 2 Lunch Program
Our program will feature reports from all of our new 4 VBA Councils:
Hospitality: includes Restaurants, Hotels, and Tourism
Business Services: includes real estate
History/ Education: includes related organizations
Retail: includes retail services and stores
Our speaker for February 2 was Lydia Jones, Director of the SBA/SBDC at Kennesaw State University, who gave an update on small business services and programs available from the Small Business Administration.
Links to the SBDC site for information and appointments:
http://www.sbdc.kennesaw.edu
http://www.sbdc.uga.edu/newsite/index.aspx?page_name=kennesaw_people
Also, Congratulations to the Winner of the VBA Business of the Year
Frank Smith, SOHO Atlanta
The finalists were: SOHO Atlanta, Garrison's Broiler and Tap Vinings, Fidelity Bank Vinings, Old Vinings Inn and Marlow's Tavern. Each of these businesses has maintained success and longevity in the Vinings area for many years.
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Next After Hours
Tuesday, March 16, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location TBA Soon
Food and Limited After Hours Beverages Included
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Would you like to sponsor an after hours event 3rd Tuesday's of the month, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm? Even if you are not a restaurant/bar, you can sponsor the event for your company at a local venue. Contact glenn@viningsbusiness.com for information on how when can help you promote your business and help your event succeed.
VBA EXECUTIVE CLUB, Next Meeting, Wednesday, February 17
An elite sub-entity networking group exclusive to VBA members!
Meetings are 3rd Wednesdays at Social Vinings Restaurant, 9:50 am - 11:00 am
3621 Vinings Slope Dr, Atlanta, GA 30339 (Next to QuickTrip)
Starting October 21, we will be launching a special six-part program on
"How to Be Profitable in a Tough Economy" with an exciting speaker. Don't miss it!
To request participation in the "Exec Club", you must contact: glenn@viningsbusiness.com
Sponsor Highlight
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Every month we will feature one or two of our most active members, or a member who has contributed to the success of the VBA and our monthly meetings.
For more information about sponsoring a meeting, or other requirements to become a featured business, please contact
chris@viningsbusiness.com
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Meet Your Future Clients and Business Partners
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The Vinings Business Association (VBA) offers a great opportunity for members to get involved in the community as well as provide leadership to our Association.
We have organized four ongoing committees and two project committees to develop our organization and guide our programs and community involvement and we welcome your participation.
Please contact us at glenn@viningsbusiness.com if you would like to participate in any of the following committees:
Ongoing: Membership • Programs • Community • Communication
Project: Vinings Business Expo and Vinings Business of the Year
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Vinings Business Expo
Marriott Courtyard Vinings
2857 Paces Ferry Rd
April 20, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
FREE ADMISSION TO THE PUBLIC
Our VBA Business Expo is set for Tuesday, April 20. There will be 30+ tables with information on Vinings area businesses and upcoming events. Drawings, door prizes, food and more. Member tables and Non-Member tables may be available. FREE admission to the public. Contact the VBA (only) for information or to purchase tables.
chris@viningsbusiness.com
Printing Company Needed
The VBA is also looking for a printing company as a sponsor to help us with printing of our brochures, forms and PR material, in exchange for certain privileges and publicity, contact: glenn@viningsbusiness.com to offer your help.
A Business Association Designed For You
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The Vinings Business Association (VBA) consists of business owners, executives, employees, residents and concerned citizens that are committed to enhancing the economic, business and residential vibrancy of Vinings and to promote the physical and financial health of the community through networking, social, cultural and educational activities. Contact us to share your success, volunteer your expertise and input!
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2010 VBA Officers
Bill Borden, President
Glenn Christian, President-Elect 2011
Patrick Stafford, Treasurer
Chris Heuser, Vice President
Robert Meyring, Past-President
Michael Moore, Membership Director
Webmaster, Chris Heuser
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