VBA Leadership Changes

**Jared** · 10-26-2015, 02:55 AM

Hey VBA Members,

As we have be going over various trainings for the new VBA leadership, there have been some additional changes that need to be announce. Jay Stephen’s family is expanding and his free time is become less and less and therefore it’s been decided that an alternative president of VBA would be best.

Dave Jesse (Budman) has accepted the position as VBA president. Dave will be a great president for VBA. Dave has in one way or another help with several of VBA’s rallies. He has been leading in the south central region for years and both he and his wife enjoy riding their Vulcans.

At the end of the month this change will be finalized. Dave Jesse (Budman) will be the new VBA President with Amin Bakri (Rasta) as the Vice President. Can everyone please show your support to these two as they lead VBA.

Best,
Jared

Bud2rat · 10-26-2015, 03:45 AM

Congrats Dave for the promotion and congrats to Jay on the new family addition.

VulcanE · 10-26-2015, 06:20 AM

Congrats to everyone, and I would like to thank Jared & Jay for their service. I believe Dave & Amin will do a great job filling the positions.

**Framer** · 10-26-2015, 06:28 AM

Congrats Dave and Amin, I know you'll both do a great job.

**vulcanscott** · 10-26-2015, 07:10 AM

Sounds great to Me !

Loafer · 10-26-2015, 08:23 AM

Thank you Jared and Jay, you both did an awesome job. Best wishes to the both of you!

Dave and Amin, I wish you both much success in leading this organization of gangsters.

OhioVoyager · 10-26-2015, 08:45 AM

Congrats all around, especially on the expansion of the family! No greater joy in life than kids! Your OWN kids, of course, lol!!

**ringadingh** · 10-26-2015, 09:15 AM

Congratulations to everyone!!

**trip** · 10-26-2015, 09:52 AM

Change is inevitable, isn't it? It takes courage to admit and react to change. To me, Jared and Jay are not only showing courage but admitting they both care about the VBA. Care enough to admit that change has caused them to pass the VBA baton only after a couple of years. My thanks to Jared and Jay for their service as Leaders of the VBA. I wish them only the best in everything they do.

As far as their successors, I can't think of anyone any better to lead the VBA than Dave and Amin. It takes a lot of things to be a successful leader. Two traits I think a VBA leader has to have is commitment and patience. I've found that Dave and Amin have those traits and will continue to promote the VBA in such a way as to help it grow and prosper.

I've known Dave for a number of years. He's always been one to get involved and make a difference for everyone in the VBA. I've seen Dave take on some of the most difficult issues and resolve them with dignity and fairness.

I met Amin for the first time at the recent Antler's Rally. I was thoroughly impressed with his people skills and ability to make everyone a part. He loves to ride and help everyone in that effort.

It is my opinion that both of these men carry an attitude that's probably most important as a leader of the VBA... they love their Vulcan Baggers... they love riding and they only want the best for each VBA member!

Congrats to Dave and Amin for taking on the challenge!

Trip

PS. Yep, I still care about the VBA. I still frequent the VBA forum. I keep a loving watch on you guys from behind the curtain.

**JD Hog** · 10-26-2015, 10:39 AM

Congratulations to all with many years of future success

**nomadtom69** · 10-26-2015, 12:58 PM

Congrats to Dave and Amin

OldSchool · 10-26-2015, 01:03 PM

Many thanks to Jared and Jay for services rendered. Congratulations to BudMan and Rasta on their new positions. Excellent choices in new leadership.

lar · 10-26-2015, 01:52 PM

Congrats Dave and Amin, I am sure you will do a super job an our new leaders.

blowndodge · 10-26-2015, 03:59 PM

I'm confused?

Trip passed the baton and stepped down. Jared stepped down and passed the baton to Jay. Who's really got control of VBA if Jared and or trip is selecting and or picking new presidents? Wouldn't that be Jay's job?

**trip** · 10-26-2015, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by blowndodge

I'm confused?

Trip passed the baton and stepped down. Jared stepped down and passed the baton to Jay. Who's really got control of VBA if Jared and or trip is selecting and or picking new presidents? Wouldn't that be Jay's job?

Let me try and unconfuse you BD, in third person... Trip had nothing to do with the stepping down of Jared or Jay. Nor did he have anything to do with the passing of the VBA baton to Dave or Amin. Trip is simply saying the selection of Dave and Amin as VBA Pres and VP...is a good one.

10-26-2015, 02:55 AM	#1
Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	VBA Leadership Changes Hey VBA Members, As we have be going over various trainings for the new VBA leadership, there have been some additional changes that need to be announce. Jay Stephen’s family is expanding and his free time is become less and less and therefore it’s been decided that an alternative president of VBA would be best. Dave Jesse (Budman) has accepted the position as VBA president. Dave will be a great president for VBA. Dave has in one way or another help with several of VBA’s rallies. He has been leading in the south central region for years and both he and his wife enjoy riding their Vulcans. At the end of the month this change will be finalized. Dave Jesse (Budman) will be the new VBA President with Amin Bakri (Rasta) as the Vice President. Can everyone please show your support to these two as they lead VBA. Best, Jared __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President) Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-26-2015, 03:45 AM	#2
Bud2rat Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: St. Pauls, NC Posts: 2,089	Congrats Dave for the promotion and congrats to Jay on the new family addition. __________________ Robert Torrey VBA# 02077 Vroc# 27672 1996 800A Customized (SOLD) 2001 1500 Nomad (The Mistress) 2013 Voyager 2014 SE Rally - Elkins, WV 2016 SE Rally - Helen, Ga
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10-26-2015, 06:20 AM	#3
VulcanE Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cartersville, Georgia Posts: 4,838	Congrats to everyone, and I would like to thank Jared & Jay for their service. I believe Dave & Amin will do a great job filling the positions. __________________ Cliff "VulcanE" Evans 2005 Blue & Silver 1600 Nomad VBA # 320 VROC # 20381
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10-26-2015, 06:28 AM	#4
Framer Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Piedmont OK Posts: 2,207	Congrats Dave and Amin, I know you'll both do a great job. __________________ David (Framer) Marang 2018 Harley Davidson Ultra Limited VBA#02245 VROC#35311 2013 Antlers 2014 Mountain View 2014 Antlers 2015 Eureka Springs 2015 Antlers 2016 Salem 2016 Antlers 2017 Eureka Springs 2017 Lake George 2017 Antlers 2018 Custer
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10-26-2015, 07:10 AM	#5
vulcanscott Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: chandler okla Posts: 854	Sounds great to Me ! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-26-2015, 08:23 AM	#6
Loafer Sr. Contributor Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 18,287	Thank you Jared and Jay, you both did an awesome job. Best wishes to the both of you! Dave and Amin, I wish you both much success in leading this organization of gangsters. __________________ Gerry Martineau / 802 VT / VBA #0892 /[email]glmjgm@gmail.com[email]
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10-26-2015, 08:45 AM	#7
OhioVoyager Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 80	Congrats all around, especially on the expansion of the family! No greater joy in life than kids! Your OWN kids, of course, lol!!
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10-26-2015, 09:15 AM	#8
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Congratulations to everyone!! __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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10-26-2015, 09:52 AM	#9
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Change is inevitable, isn't it? It takes courage to admit and react to change. To me, Jared and Jay are not only showing courage but admitting they both care about the VBA. Care enough to admit that change has caused them to pass the VBA baton only after a couple of years. My thanks to Jared and Jay for their service as Leaders of the VBA. I wish them only the best in everything they do. As far as their successors, I can't think of anyone any better to lead the VBA than Dave and Amin. It takes a lot of things to be a successful leader. Two traits I think a VBA leader has to have is commitment and patience. I've found that Dave and Amin have those traits and will continue to promote the VBA in such a way as to help it grow and prosper. I've known Dave for a number of years. He's always been one to get involved and make a difference for everyone in the VBA. I've seen Dave take on some of the most difficult issues and resolve them with dignity and fairness. I met Amin for the first time at the recent Antler's Rally. I was thoroughly impressed with his people skills and ability to make everyone a part. He loves to ride and help everyone in that effort. It is my opinion that both of these men carry an attitude that's probably most important as a leader of the VBA... they love their Vulcan Baggers... they love riding and they only want the best for each VBA member! Congrats to Dave and Amin for taking on the challenge! Trip PS. Yep, I still care about the VBA. I still frequent the VBA forum. I keep a loving watch on you guys from behind the curtain. __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip Last edited by trip; 10-26-2015 at 12:47 PM.
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10-26-2015, 10:39 AM	#10
JD Hog Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Placerville, CA Posts: 2,948	Congratulations to all with many years of future success __________________ Jim Diebolt 2015 Vulcan 1700 Voyager ABS The Black Kaw 2005 Vulcan Nomad Sold 2006 Honda 1800 VTX (Freebie) Sold 2008 Harley Ultra Classic Sold 2001 Harley Ultra Classic Sold Hangtown, Kalifornia VBA #2625
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10-26-2015, 12:58 PM	#11
nomadtom69 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryville, Tn Posts: 2,656	Congrats to Dave and Amin __________________ (NomadTom69)Tom Green Previous bikes - 2004 BMW R1200 CLC 2006 Nomad 1600 Black -1985 BMW K100 RT VBA #001609 Viet-Nam Vet 71-72 Maryville , Tn. Maggie Valley '11-Townsend '12-Estes Park '13- Copperhead fall rally "13- Elkins WV '14- Eureka Springs ' 15- Helen Ga. SE Rally '16
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10-26-2015, 01:03 PM	#12
OldSchool Sr. Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Ballwin,MO. Posts: 1,542	Many thanks to Jared and Jay for services rendered. Congratulations to BudMan and Rasta on their new positions. Excellent choices in new leadership. __________________
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10-26-2015, 01:52 PM	#13
lar Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Concord, NH Posts: 1,407	Congrats Dave and Amin, I am sure you will do a super job an our new leaders. __________________ Larry Martel 02 1500 Nomad VBA 01565 VROC4737 Patriot Guard Rider
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10-26-2015, 03:59 PM	#14
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	I'm confused? Trip passed the baton and stepped down. Jared stepped down and passed the baton to Jay. Who's really got control of VBA if Jared and or trip is selecting and or picking new presidents? Wouldn't that be Jay's job? __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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