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[Charlene Nash <ecn@tennis.org>]

Hi Guys, Paul-we couldn't get anyone to do the convention this year-maybe
next year-so I am doing it one more time so it doesn't get dropped (which it
will if no one takes it next year). Tom Barr couldn't make it last year but
maybe he can this year. Karen suggested Christel Kasselman since book may be
out. What is the vote here? I would also like a couple of speakers from the
industry as well (they are usually on expense accounts) and no repeat of
speakers from last year-keep it different. Eric I am appointing you to be on
the committee to solicit support and be the liason between showcase and
convention. All businesses that donate should know it is for the entire
thing to be used as we need it unless they designate something special. We
still need vendors to show up as well ($300.) If they want to advertise in
our packet that is $100. Other donations for auction, showcase prizes, etc
will have the businesses in a simple thank you list in the packet. 
Do I hear any comment on the choosing of the Marriott or not? Are the
changes from last year a problem? (NO shuttle from airport, etc and being a
distance from the aquarium? Our Sat seminars are at Marriott-better for
vendors too.  If I don't hear any help or feedback soon I will make
decisions and appoint people to get support etc. David Y. is now a TNAQ
volunteer so he will be working with me on this stuff now, Erik. (After he
does my planting and water changes!!) Charlene