Interesting idea, in 93 we only sold 270 dinners, many participants did not
want to pay the price of the banquet ticket when the quality of the food is
unknown. Luckily I think the meal was fine, however, we met with the chef
before the event to let him know what we wanted and about some of our prior
experiences. We had to limit who was allowed into the facility since we
wanted to make sure only those who paid got served, however, that meant
that not every one got to see the speaker, see the awards etc.
An informal gathering would be nice for all, however, the host hotel may
not like the loss of revenue, I don't think the "snacks" I can't spell the
other word, would be as profitable to the hotel, it may have an affect on
the negotiations for room rates.
Earlier you wrote about the food at the pool party, I agree a description
of the faire should be made known, we went to a local event expecting
hearty snacks and only got a selection of cheeses and dry bread.
Vicki Waddell
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> From: Linda and Bill Sohl <billsohl@planet.net>
> To: vtr@autox.team.net
> Subject: Some more to ponder
> Date: Wednesday, July 23, 1997 4:09 PM
>
> What if there was no actual banquet, leaving everyone to eat on their own
> and about 8PM meet for an awards ceremony with a cash bar and hors
> deuveres(sp?). Naturally cost should be considerably less. This year we
> were lucky that the food was excellent but service poor for some, while
> many other times the banquet food was ho hum. This would allow others
who
> would like to see the awards but maybe can't afford to come to the
banquet.
> Any thoughts?
>
> Linda and Bill
>
>
> Linda and Bill Sohl -- Budd Lake, NJ -- billsohl@planet.net
>
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