Thursday - November 5, 2026 Meeting
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The Wayne Theatre
521 West Main Street, Waynesboro
Click on the Register Button to the left to register online.
Registration Deadline: Friday - Oct 30
Schedule
2:30 PM Registration and Silent Auction begins.
3:00 PM Call to Order by SVTA President, Sergei Troubetzkoy
Welcome to the City of Waynesboro, Stephanie Duffy / Asst Dir of Economic Development & Tourism
3:20 PM Presentation
Your Business Resource Team: How the SBDC Helps Tourism Businesses Thrive
From cabins and campgrounds, hotels, attractions, and outdoor experiences, every tourism business faces unique challenges and opportunities. Learn how the Small Business Development Center helps business owners make informed decisions, access expertise, connect with key partners, and position their businesses for long-term success in a changing marketplace.
Allison Dugan / Director
Praised by many advising clients for her real-world insights and guidance, Allison's mix of advanced business education and 20+ years of tourism, sales, and marketing experience have been a keen asset to the organization and the business community overall.
Allison has excelled at facilitating collaborative, community-related programs in her roles as Assistant Director, and now Director.
Andrew Gyurisin / Director
Born in the hills of Pennsylvania, Andy brings a wealth of experience and a passion for community engagement. From leading the Car Sales division at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Illinois to co-owning the beloved Winchester Book Gallery, Andy has built a career around supporting businesses and creating meaningful connections. His diverse background also includes work with the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, Laurel Ridge Community College Foundation, and as a Small Business Advisor here at the SBDC — making him no stranger to helping businesses grow and thrive.
Whether he’s announcing the Apple Blossom Festival’s Firefighter’s Parade, honoring Matthew Modine with a 10-film retrospective, or striving to read 40 books a year, Andy brings energy, creativity, and a deep commitment to the community in all that he does.
VTC Updates
Kelli Weaver / VTC Destination Development Manager
SVTA PR & Marketing Update
Kathy Moore, Moore Public Relations
President's Report - Update on SVTA - SVTP merger/partnership.
Updates from members/investors
Meeting Adjourns.
Please plan to linger a little while to enjoy light refreshments and network with your colleagues.
A big THANK YOU to our networking sponsor - The City of Waynesboro!
