This has been good for business. I get referrals from these people, and I send them business too. In a small organization like this, it's easy to rise to the top. There are a lot of jobs to do, and frankly, not that many people step forward to do them. We have 27 committees and sections and lots of program activities.
Many committees languish with few activities.
Committee chairs and program coordinators who do a good job are quickly noticed. Soon they're on the Board or an officer. It looks good on a resume. A couple of years ago I had brilliant ideas, and when I'd tell people about them, there'd be an indulgent yawn. But as president of the BADC, people actually listen to me.