Another convention has come and gone and maybe this would be a place to talk about likes/dislikes, ideas etc. I thought for the most part the convention was a good one. I thought the joint committee meetings with the speakers makes for great discussion and knowledge. I was a bit disappointed in the turnout for Friday nights dinner and Saturdays meeting. Maybe people just needed to get home but it seemed like quite a few less people than there was around Thursday and Friday during the day. The ETF auction seemed to go well and I thought it was about the right amount of items, enough without dragging out too long.
One concern I have is the amount of time people are getting with the allied industry booths. I did like the new setup and thought having meals within the booths helped people interact with the vendors. I just wish we could have more time devoted to JUST visiting the trade show. I know that usually the meetings go a bit long so the 15 minutes set aside usually becomes more like 5-10 minutes. I really don't know how to solve this issue, we have to get the business done and I don't think we can add another day, any ideas? These allied members do so much for us I really want them to feel that they are getting the interaction they deserve. The bingo card idea was a good one.
Two things I thought of on the way home I would really like to include next year. A booth with a couple of computers that people could use and ask questions about email, blogs, surfing the net etc. We could have the Young Cattlemen help with this and it would be a great way to get different generations to interact. The other thing is I think maybe we should find some point or maybe put in the program or something a place of memorial each year for those we lost. I got to thinking on the way home about Ron Ladiges, Ben George and Mr Rainwater and I had never been to a convention that they were not there. I am sure there are others that I missed. I don't want to add to sad memories but maybe just a moment for those who move on to the big green meadow each year. Ideas?
Lastly thanks seems like so little for Jack, Lacy , Bev and Ron you people do an amazing job and we do appreciate all your efforts!
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Larry, I thought this year's convention had a slate of good speakers along with discussion that resulted in resolutions with direction for improvement for our industry. I just got back from our monthly county meeting and it would sure help folks to take the time to attend a convention and see our internal political process and the thought that goes into it. Education, discussion and getting to know fellow cattlemen from other parts of the state will help us in the long run.
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Vic, I certainly agree that seeing the internal workings of WCA would be a good thing for everyone to see. Once i learned the structure and how policy is driven I certainly wanted to become more involved.
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