Marc is partially correct on me reading the posts. I do not get on much between shows but as the shows approach I do get on more often.
And yes I do take time to read each and every post.
to answer some of the questions
Yes I need help
Mainly in the set up and tear down
Right now with Cliff being gone setting up the stage will be the biggest challenge with the electronics, cameras and just laying cable.
Anyone that understands this stuff is surely welcome. I have not had to do this since Memphis (Pigeon Forge was set up by the convention center) The rest were done by cliff and his family, Mark Woudsma, Elliott, and Josh. So I am starting from level 1 again. I do have access to the equipment however.
I hope I can count on Video Bob as he usually does the overall video recording, Kevin for photos and Marc has been a great asset and although he was going to come and enjoy the show this time, its in his blood so he is helping again.
Jason Sharkey will also be helping with his crew but they have no experience in this type of show so extra hands will be appreciated.
I am looking at getting the registration streamlined and since the show should sell out before we leave for it, We may have most of the registration stuff done which would reduce the amount of people needed in registration. At some of the past shows we have had over 100 people register at the show making it difficult to move lines quickly due the amount of help we have. Last few shows we did a good job as we learned what not to do at Gettysburg.
Name tags again are on the list. If we can get registrations up and not have to do a bunch of stuff last minute we can take time to double print the name tags,
Remember its not a direct image to do this as it has to be flipped so the sides match.
The raffle car is months ahead of where we were. As of this morning we have sold 84 tickets. Way beyond the 30 or so usually gone at this time. Room reservations are consistent but not ahead or behind averages of other shows.
Event registration begins officially today and thanks to those that found it and registered.
I like the idea of a volunteer list. This year the list will be completely different than in years past and I am going to have to manage the whole show this time vs sharing it with Cliff so your help is appreciated.
I will be on this forum more often now and Marc keeps me up on thing I miss so thanks Marc.
So please help me and register early and get your raffle tickets. We can speed up registration and make things easier on the help if we have all of that done a few days before the show.
Thanks for your support
Its your show
See you in Dayton
Ken