The GSBA has served its members very well since it was founded over 30 years ago, but now its time to take that service and support of members to a whole new level.  With the expansion of the GSBA's service area a few years ago, the influence of the GSBA has grown as well.  I plan to make sure we use that increased influence to our advantage. 

Our members represent a diverse group of businesses and industries. Our members range from single-person shops up to international corporations.  Our members have some things in common: they want to grow their business with a minimum of interference from government.  They want local and state officials to work for them, not against them.  They want to see the northern Chesterfield area flourish and grow.  

Together we can make great things happen.  With private initiative, we can steer public debate and public policy to make northern Chesterfield an even better place to do business and to live.  Are you ready to commit to being part of the solution?  Contact me today to see how you can volunteer your skills or time to help the GSBA make this area even better for your business and family.

--R. Eriks Goodwin, President
Greater Southport Business Association

Read All About It!

The latest issue of the GSBA Newsletter will be coming out soon.  Inside, you will find articles on: Reintroducting the GSBA, Strategic Vision in Business,  GSBA Board Elections, Eliminating Software Costs, Adopt-a-Median, and more...

Thank you to our advertisers!

The Greater Southport Business Association quarterly newsletter has expanded to 8 pages and will be mailed to over 4000 local businesses.  This is being made possible by the generous support of our advertisers (posted in order of signing up to advertise):

• Centritech Communications Systems (VoIP Business Phone Systems)
• Richmond Rebuilders (Class A General Contractor)
• Izrunas Consulting Group (Strengths-Based Managment Consulting)
• UniMatrix xSP (Web Hosting, Application Hosting, Xen VPS Hosting) 
• Best Choice Insurance (Health & Life Insurance Agents)
• GX Technologies (Computer/Network Engineering, Support & Repair)
• Mary Kay Cosmetics (Independent Beauty Consultant)
• Covenant BNI Chapter (Business Networking / Referral Group)
• Holiday Inn Select (Hotel and Conference Center)
• Cross Creek Builders (General Contractor)
• New Generations FCU (Community Credit Union)
• A New Identity Hair Salon
• V Magazine for Women (Monthly Newspaper)
• Matt Cullather, Realtor (Hometown Realty)
• Richmond Association of Realtors -- South Office
• Hyatt Place (Hotel & Conference Center)
• Bon Air Toastmasters (Public Speaking and Leadership Training)
• Cartridge World (Printer/Copier Ink and Toner Refills)
• BB&T (Commercial Bank with Emphasis on Small Business)
• The Jeff Cochran Insurance Agency (Personal Lines of Insurance / State Farm)
• Dr. Amanda Paull & Associates (Optometrists)
• Larry Green Tire & Exhaust (Car Repair)
• Affordable Exterminators (Commercial and Residential Pest Control and Repairs)
• Ball Office Products (Office Supplies and Furniture)

GSBA Board Demands Public Hearing!
Will Felons Be Coming to Southport?

The Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking to locate a regional probation office in Southport at 11310 Business Center Drive.  Many members have expressed grave concerns over the move and the Association has moved to DEMAND a public hearing to allow all area businesses and area residents to have an opportunity to both get the facts and also to get answers to their questions about this plan.

 This could mean that hundreds or more convicted felons would be visiting Southport for the regular check-ins with probation officers.  Is this good or bad for our area?  How many parolees will be coming to the area?  What will happen to traffic patterns?  Will our property values be affected?  

Join the Greater Southport Business Association today to add your voice and make sure you are heard!