Meetings

Membership Meetings 2011-12

Each dinner meeting features a topic presented by a different speaker and are open to members and their guests. To attend as one of our guests, please contact us by email. 

Generally these meetings take place during the second week of the month and always at the Esquire Club, unless otherwise noted. Networking begins at 6:00 pm with the dinner/program beginning at 7:00 pm. Remember to RSVP to the Esquire Club at 249-0193 your plans on attending the meeting so proper number of meals are prepared.

Upcoming Events:

Please note: all meetings take place at the Esquire Club (1025 N. Sherman Ave)

April 10, 2012

Regional Economic Development:  Representatives of THRIVE, will talk to members about the importantance of a regional approach to economic development.  Thrive represents eight counties in southern Wisconsin.  RSVP to 249-0193

May 10, 2012

Airport Update:  Representatives from the Dane County Regional Airport will provide an overview of future aiport expansion plans. RSVP to 249-0193

Summer 2012

NBA takes the summers off from regular meetings.  A member event is usually scheduled in July.

Previous Speakers

September 15, 2011

Mayor Paul Soglin:   Join us for the first meeting of the NBA year and hear from our Mayor his thoughts about Madison and his first few months back on the job.

October 11, 2011

Aim for the Cloud!  Not sure what the “Cloud” is that everyone is talking about from music to file management? Can your business benefit from it? Plan on attending to learn more as NBA welcomes John Wagner of 5NINES for a lively discussion about the Cloud, security and business benefits.

John is the Business Development Manager of 5NINES, a Madison-based provider of Cloud services and single-source information technology solutions. 5Nines serves more than 250 customers in the Midwest with hosting, network, VOIP, Internet, co-location, web design and computer support from its “Cloud Center” in Madison.  RSVP to 249-0193

November 10, 2011

Meet Google:  Join us, as local Google Representatives, explain their office presence in Madison and services this large internet company provides. RSVP to 249-0193

December 6, 2011

NBA Holiday Celebration:  This members only meeting will include dinner, present exchange and great camaraderie.  RSVP to 249-0193

January 12, 2012

Northside Update:  The ever popular Northside District Captain Cam McLay will be our invited guest to give an annual update of the police department’s northside state and issues. RSVP to 249-0193

February 21, 2012

♥ Love your Customers ♥!: Ruth Rohlich from WWBIC will be presenting to the members, a presentation on  what is and how to provide “exceptional customer service”.  RSVP to 249-0193

March 15, 2012

City Economic Development:  A panel discussion with City and Northside representatives will look at and discuss the state of the northside and efforts in place to increase economic opportunities. Bring your ideas!  RSVP to 249-0193


Interested in membership?

Annual Membership dues are $150.00 per member.  Dues include eight monthly dinner meetings (September through November and January through May with a social gathering in December and a summer outing). The fiscal year for dues runs from September 1 through August 31.

Download a membership application by clicking here.

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