[lug] 2001 Denver Computer & Technology Showcase (fwd)

[J. Wayde Allen]

We put together a booth at this show last year, and it seemed to go pretty
well.  Is there any interest in pursuing this for 2001?  If so, who would
like to spearhead this activity?  Mr. Lambert has offered several
suggestions of things we could do.  Are any of these of interest, or do
you have any other ideas?

- Wayde
  (wallen at its.bldrdoc.gov)

---------- Forwarded message ----------
Date: Tue, 21 Nov 2000 08:42:21 -0800
From: Brad Lambert <blambert at techshows.com>
To: wallen at its.bldrdoc.gov
Subject: 2001 Denver Computer & Technology Showcase

Wayde,

Thanx for taking the time to explain a little of the past relationship
between our organizations.  As I stated on the phone I am interested in
working with your association again this year, but I also want to make sure
ALL options of exposure for the BLUG have been explored.

Here are some ideas and past experiences:

1)  Conduct your monthly meeting at the event, I will supply the room
complimentary
2)  Conduct a keynote address to your members
3)  Hold "Installfest" at the event, again in a room I supply
4)  Create a Linux focus area on the showfloor showcasing Linux solution
providers and companies, and conduct Linux seminars in a theater dedicated
to Linux.  I would of course need your help in this area to identify the
companies that would meet the criteria.

The big thing I want to avoid is the typical, "you give me a booth and I
will let you use my logo".  That is an injustice to the BLUG, and to the
event itself.  If market exposure and gaining new members is of concern,
there are a wide variety of scenarios we can entertain for you to get the
Maximum benefit from your participation.

I have attached the Advisory Council Form for your review and input.  Please
feel free to share any feedback you might have.  I will follow up with you
in the near future to further discuss.



Have a great holiday, and I look forward to talking to you soon,


Brad A. Lambert
Executive Director
Denver/Calgary Computer & Technology Showcase
Event Management Services, Inc.
516 SE Morrison St., Ste LL
Portland, OR 97214
Phone: 800-422-0251 Ext. 3012
Fax: 503-234-4253
www.techshows.com