Re: RC: Reno forever?

[Teddy Lancaster <teddy@runningbear.com>]

> 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
Here, here!!!! All the office ever wants from me as a vendor is the money....and
for it, I am NOT treated as a customer!!!  Bad business IMO.

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Teddy Lancaster
American Endurance Ride Conference # 139422
- Member since 1974
6000+ career miles

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