48th VSNA Convention – Venue Information

Welcome

Welcome to the 48th VSNA Convention! We are thrilled to host this memorable event at the prestigious Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center.

Venue Address

Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center
1801 Nash St, Sanford, NC 27330

Getting Here

From Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • Distance: Approximately 45 miles (45 Mins drive)
  • Route: Take I-540 W directly to or below for no-tolls road.
  • Convention Shuttles can be coordinated call: 408-515-5444

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (~45 Minutes)
 

From Charlotte International Airport (CLT), Charlotte (2 hr 15 minutes)

  • Exit airport → follow signs to I-85 North

  • Merge onto I-85 North toward Greensboro

  • Stay on I-85 North for about 85–90 miles

  • Take exit for US-421 South / I-73 South toward Sanford

Near Greensboro:
  • Merge onto I-73 South / US-421 South

  • Continue for ~5–7 miles

  • Stay on US-421 South toward Sanford / Siler City

  • Continue on US-421 South for about 45–50 miles

  • Pass through:

    • Liberty

    • Siler City

  • Stay on US-421 (Sanford Bypass)

Final turns:
  • Turn onto Kelly Drive

  • Then left onto Nash Street

  • Destination on right:
    1801 Nash St, Sanford, NC

Hotels Nearby

For all Package Attendees

Your accommodations will be arranged at nearby Convention Center as part of your package.

For Individual Package Attendees

Here are a few excellent hotel options near the convention center. All hotels are within easy reach of the convention center.

  • Comfort Suites, Sanford – Discount Code: BOBDRU.
    Address: 1720 Wicker St, Sanford, NC. Phone: (919) 842-5600.
    Click Here For Comfort Suites by ChoiceHotels Website to book directly with Discount Code applied.
  • Holiday Inn, SanfordConvention Discounted Price SOLD OUT, Regular Price Available.
    Address: 2110 Dalrymple Street, Sanford, North Carolina 27330 . Phone: (919) 776-6600.

          

                    

Shuttle Service

Complimentary shuttle service between hotels (Comfort Suites, Holiday Inn, Hampton Inn) and the center will be provided by VSNA convention hospitality team.

Dining and Restaurants

  • Hugger Mugger – Locally brewed beers.
  • Thai PAD Bar & Grill – Classic Thai Cuisine.
  • Pizza & Subs – Casual and quick dining.
  • BewdRock Café – Coffee, sandwiches, and desserts.

Activities in Sanford, NC

  • Jordon Lake– Scenic views & Camping.
  • Pittsboro town
  • Railway Heritage  Museum – Explore local history and culture.
  • Wilmington Lighthouse – Tour oldest lighthouse.
  • Hiking in the mountains – Enjoy a scene
We look forward to welcoming you to the 48th VSNA Convention. Safe travels and enjoy your time in Sanford, North Carolina!

Mahesh Patil

Chair

Shyla Betlur

Co-Chair

Anubhava Ghosti

Vichara Vedike

Prabhu Desai

Finance and Accounting

Param Aralikatti

Website and Technology

TBD

Competitions

Mahantesh Hakatti

Decorations

Sanjay Neral

Food

Harish Doddaguni

Business Forum

Doddamane

Fundraising

Harish Hiremath

Fundraising

Dayand

Fundraising

Tej

Fundraising

Kotresh Neral

Hospitality

RaviShankar

Hospitality

Kore

Matrimonial

Ravindra Bellad

Programs Coordinators

Raj Khedkar

Digital and Social Marketing

Sheela Neral

Registration Committee

Sudhir Khed

Facilities and Logistics