Your Atlanta Blues Society (ABS) is excited to announce upcoming elections for the ABS Board of Directors! Nominations are open to all ABS members (active for at least 1 year) who most importantly have the passion, time and dedication to lead and support our mission of the preservation and education of the Blues in Atlanta!
Elections will take place on Sunday February 15, 2026 during the Annual Members Meeting at Blind Willies. Deadline for submission is 12 noon on Sunday February 8, 2026.
We look forward to continued ABS growth and are in need of those willing to share varying special skills, talents and experiences to take ABS to the next level and beyond during the committed 2-year Board Member term.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? OF COURSE YOU DO!
- A true passion for ABS and its mission
- Willingness to commit to twice-monthly meetings including one (1) board meeting typically held via Zoom (may require periodic in-person attendance), and attendance at our Monthly Membership Gathering and Jam (when possible)
- Active email account — to accommodate the varied lifestyles, locations and schedules of the Board, the majority of our official communication is via frequent emails
- Ability and willingness to serve as an officer of the Board and/or Committee Lead (e.g. President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Membership Chair, Merchandise Chair, Public Relations/Social Media Chair, Volunteer Coordinator, Blues in the School Liaison, etc.)
- And most importantly, a true collaborative “Get it done” and “Hands-on” attitude! We work hard, but we love it!
To accommodate the varied schedules of the Board, the majority of the communication is via frequent emails.
ARE YOU READY? OF COURSE YOU ARE!!!
Any member wishing to run for the ABS Board of Directors is invited to submit a bio (including sharing the reason you desire to serve on the Board) and a picture (of you!) to theatlantabluessociety@gmail.com. Deadline for submission is 12 noon on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Bios and pictures will be shared with the ABS membership as part of the voting process on February 15, 2025 at Blind Willie’s Blues Club.
Current Board member bios can be viewed here, as examples of bio submissions:
https://atlantabluessociety.org/the-board/
