Committee Updates
8th Annual LEGO Competition!7th Annual Lego competition has officially been launched! Application packets have been mailed to all Public and Private schools in our area. Just as we have in past years, this year we will need technical advisors, judges, and volunteers. This is a great opportunity to give back to the community and represent your company! Read the full articleRep. Scott Rigell Gives Insight on Budget![]() Congressman Scott Rigell, the December Membership Luncheon Speaker, presented information about the Bipartisan Budget Act and Offshore Wind Opportunities for the Ship Repair Industry. Read the full article |
Preparing a Business for a Successful SaleOne of the most difficult decisions an owner of a business can make is when to sell that business. Stephen W. Burke and Rajan Singh share their expertise on this issue since many of our smaller company owners are looking ahead to secure the operations of the companies they built long into the future. The reasons to sell may include the desire or need to retire, unexpected changes in personal circumstances, competitive pressures or an interest in pursuing other opportunities. Every business owner would benefit from preparing in advance for a change in the structure of their business. Read this article to learn more. Read the full articleTransitioning Vets Series: Interview with John AndrewsMarcus Boggs, of the VSRA Communications Committee, provides an insightful article on his interview with John Andrews, special assistant to the City Manager of Norfolk Marcus Jones. The first in a VSRA series on Veteran's Employment, Boggs asks tough questions about how well Hampton Roads is fulfilling the mission of getting Veterans into employment and how the Ship Repair industry can better position itself to be a conduit to increasing the employability and retention of former service members. Read the full articleBill Crow to Give VSRA Annual Report and Strategic Plan in January 2014This is a exciting time to be part of the Association as we develop new partnerships and our membership continues to grow, our primary goal is the strength of the ship repair industry. We look forward to hearing our members weigh in on the way ahead, so please do not miss this presentation. 2014 Sponsorship Packages are now available!Many of our industry focused projects allow companies to increase their leadership and exposure footprint through sponsorships. The package is divided into two sections, sponsorships for the Virginia Ship Repair Association and sponsorships for activities conducted by the Virginia Ship Repair Foundation. Note: contributions to the 501(c)3 Foundation are tax deductible. "Together we are the Strength Behind the Fleet." |
Training Events07.21.25 07.28.25 07.30.25 08.04.25 08.11.25 RECENT NEW VSRA MEMBER COMPANIESDecember new members brings our membership total to 255. Abatement Technical Services AIM Services, Inc. Inventory Locator Service, LLC Read the full articleCareer Day Volunteers Needed!VSRA needs volunteers for Career Day events! You will have the opportunity to attend Career Days to promote Ship Repair as a valuable asset to the community and encourage students to consider a job in the ship repair industry. Come and Share your Work Knowledge! Read the full article |