Building on Our Legacy: Reflections From the 2025 GGBA Annual Membership Meeting - San Francisco Bay Times
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Building on Our Legacy: Reflections From the 2025 GGBA Annual Membership Meeting - San Francisco Bay Times
"This year's Annual Membership Meeting at The Producer's Loft Studio was a powerful reminder of why the Golden Gate Business Association (GGBA) exists-and why our work matters now more than ever. As President & CEO, I had the privilege of welcoming members, friends, and partners to reflect on what we've accomplished together and to share where we're headed as the nation's first LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce."
"One of the most meaningful moments of the evening was honoring Nancy Geenen with the 2025 Board Service Award. Nancy has given so much to this chamber, including her (unexpected) time as President during a difficult period, and it was an honor to recognize her impact in front of our community. We also officially confirmed our 2025-2026 Board of Directors, a group of committed leaders from across industries who will help guide GGBA into the future."
"Much of our progress this past year has taken place behind the scenes. We paid off all outstanding obligations from our 50th Anniversary Gala, reconciled and audited our financials, and restructured our files and systems to create a stronger foundation for growth. We relaunched our Make Contact networking events, oriented new board members, and held a full-day strategic planning retreat to set clear goals for our committees."
The Annual Membership Meeting at The Producer's Loft Studio highlighted GGBA's accomplishments and future direction. The meeting honored Nancy Geenen with the 2025 Board Service Award for extensive service, including unexpected time as President during a difficult period. The 2025-2026 Board of Directors was confirmed, bringing leaders from sectors such as security, banking, consulting, biotech, insurance, and wine. Operational improvements included paying off obligations from the 50th Anniversary Gala, reconciling and auditing financials, and restructuring files and systems to strengthen the foundation for growth. Programming efforts included relaunching Make Contact networking events, orienting new board members, and holding a full-day strategic planning retreat.
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