2015 AGM – Another Belter!

Dancing to ‘Star Band’

November 27th saw the Annual gather of members and their partners for the 76th BVAA Annual General Meeting incorporating - of course - the Annual Dinner & Ball.

The venue for 2015 was the spectacular Crewe Hall – a new hotel to many of us with a unique blend of old and new.

The format of commencing the day with a mini-conference was repeated this year; exploring alternative markets, how to make the ones we have more efficient, and how to get support for funding exports. While the members worked, our partners were subjected to the ‘Colour Me Beautiful’ fashion choices experience. The host’s caustic wit and scathing criticism proving perilous for some, but hugely entertaining for all!

The evening Dinner and Ball was another great success, largely thanks to the small band of members who continue to subsidise the entertainment via generous sponsorship – our grateful thanks again to Asco Numatics, KKI, Saco, Rotork and Zoedale.

BVAA was able to splash out on a new stage set and lighting, and the cabaret was firstly the incomparable ‘Out of the Blue’ a Capella band – who we understand, suitably encouraged, were still bringing the house down in the bar until well after midnight. Also amazing were the hugely popular ‘Star Band’ who managed to live up to their name.

Published: 16th February 2016