Issue 5, January 31st

During the first meeting of the year, I referenced feedback I had received from members over the past year or so and some new initiatives as a result.  The first being a commitment to providing noteworthy speakers in name, or in title on a regular basis.  The second initiative was taking ownership of the food […]


Issue 4, January 24th

What is going on with this weather?  One night I’m sleeping in a sweatshirt; the next day I’m wearing flip flops!  I must however acknowledge for the second time this year Frank Wallmeyer’s bug scraper/shoe scraper/ice scraper (one of the dozen I’ve acquired over the past 8 years) having been crucial in order to get […]


Issue 3, January 17th

One of the goals of Southside Business Men’s Club is to promote the image and quality of business. In years when a member is seen as deserving, we do so by recognizing and rewarding excellence in business. With this in mind, in 1986 the Club established an annual award for the Small Business Man of […]


Issue 2, January 10, 2016

This year is off to a fantastic start and it’s only going to get better!  As I said at the meeting last week, since 2008 I’ve been privileged to have served on, chaired, or overseen as an officer virtually every committee or event.  Through these experiences I’ve made many friends, enjoyed being involved, had plenty […]


Issue 1, January 3, 2016

This Wednesday will mark our first meeting of 2016.  It is when I step down as President and Patrick Heatherington, takes over.  Some of our Board members drop off, and others assume open positions. This will be the time to recognize all of our members who chaired and co-chaired last year’s events.  To give you […]