Re: RC: Reno forever?

["Glenda R. Snodgrass" <grs@TheNetEffect.com>]

> HMMM, Well I know the storm in Atlanta really hurt, but I was under the 
> impression the Kentucky convention more than broke even. It was just less 
> profitable than when in Reno.

Is it just me, or does the thought of a convention-for-profit horrify
others too?  I thought the convention was to educate the members, give
them a chance to meet and socialize, distribute awards, and conduct
business meetings for the organization, with a vendor show on the side for
fun. I know that's how the SERA convention works, and it's great!

When did the AERC convention change from being a "service for the
membership" to being a fundraiser for the organization?  Is that the
purpose of annual conventions for other, similar groups?

Glenda & Lakota
Mobile, AL
AERC # M18819 & H27310
SE Region