New names for Roundtables

Ron Musgraves

Exterior Restoration Specialist
Staff member
Round tables have been becoming more popular.


I think we need to set a number on each event before people sign up.

I think we need to hold to that number, people are traveling great distance and spending larger amounts of hard earned money.

Its alot of pressure and some expect to leave with good info to help there business.

I need some help, could we define the event before we even list it.

I mean keep the maximum,,,,,

example,

30 or less roundtable

50 to 75 powertable

75 or more kingtable( named after JL)

Plus, I want to give credit to the Hosts.

maybe we name the events like Jl pressure washing round table.


We actaully have them as the Sponsor of the events.

Just ideas. what do you guys think for the future.
 
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Ah, leave them named Round Tables we all know what that is in this industry. Now if you start having paid classes thats something different. But if its just info sharing whats the matter with staying with the name Round Tables

Yes i agree with Jeff after all he is the Masters of Round Tables...:D :D
 
We need a separation of size.

Its truly important for people traveling to know.

I think Jeffs table certainly will be a large event.


I think Korys will even be a large event. We turned at least 25 people away because the room was to small.

Also Florida only advertised a few days.


I think we should keep posting the bar for these tables and lead the way in developing a size.

Using the name can help people determine.

Keep in mind that MB was a great event, smaller events have a great value as well.

I just want the PW industry to know if they are at a Kingtable or a roundtable.

i'm sorry Jeff, you did something that surpassed all and now you have to live with it.( The kingtable is going to be hard to beat)

I'm up for the challenge, I would like to have and event next year similair to Jeff's on the west coast. Of course the King would have to speak, as him loyale subjects would not stand for anything less.

We are going to have alot of fun in the next years with these rounds.
 
We need a separation of size.

Its truly important for people traveling to know.

I think Jeffs table certainly will be a large event.


I think Korys will even be a large event. We turned at least 25 people away because the room was to small.

Also Florida only advertised a few days.


I think we should keep posting the bar for these tables and lead the way in developing a size.

Using the name can help people determine.

Keep in mind that MB was a great event, smaller events have a great value as well.

I just want the PW industry to know if they are at a Kingtable or a roundtable.

i'm sorry Jeff, you did something that surpassed all and now you have to live with it.( The kingtable is going to be hard to beat)

I'm up for the challenge, I would like to have and event next year similar to Jeff's on the west coast. Of course the King would have to speak, as him loyale subjects would not stand for anything less.

We are going to have alot of fun in the next years with these rounds.

Thanks for the king stuff, but you are the king now and have been for many years before i came along, well enough of the ass kissing stuff LOL

I think they could be named by size, but often you just don't know how well a RT will be accepted meaning how much interest for a certain RT. MB RT was big because it was a Commercial / Residential PM RT, many wanted to know about that stuff, plus the price was more than right and the location helped some. My next Rt will be more $$ for sure so maybe not as many will show

Now other RT's may not have the same amount of interest, although they are great, not as many may show and that of course is fine, any RT any size is a good RT

Plus with so many RT's happening other RT's will not have as many attend just because there are so many

I would like to have another large one or go to another large one because I like meeting as MANY contractors as I can, that I think is the best part, well that and going out Saturday and getting a party on LOL

All that aside, I think its the topics that has a major part of the draw. If we did another Comm / Res PM RT in Myrtle next year I bet we wouldn't get as many people, because its already been done.

Next year I'm thinking, some PM stuff and a lot more sales stuff and maybe more direct marketing stuff and have something on how to close the deal, like you have done other places Ron, when you do live sale calls. I have seen how you get names from anybody and thats the stuff that people would like to learn, you are a natural at it but others could be taught helpful hints etc

I might go for a King Table next year or just a Round table, all I know is you are going to get some sleep at the next one brother. You did a GREAT job, I was amazed at how yo are a large Energizer Bunny LOL


I'm up for a challenge
 
I think the overall calendar of meetings, events, round table, expos, conferences, seminars, luncheons, dinners, symposiums... whatever we call them, needs to be looked at.

I do like the RT setup, I have benefited from attending one! If names are to change, my personal belief is that sticking with the 'table' (power, king, super-duper :D ) would be a 'weak' label in terms of the significance of the 'meeting'.

I have looked at other industries and the associations and organizations that represent them, this is where I feel we need some centralized approach to allow a theme or a comprehensive calendar of events. Ron, if you are looking to classify the events, are you looking for progression year on year in terms of content and theme, or are you looking to expand the reach of the industry to startups and established contractors? or both?!?! Either way, I think that by having a clear message in the event title and details of event content - prospective attendees can make a choice as to whether it will be right for them.

The other industries I have looked at have chapter meetings, or educational seminars - we may not be at this stage yet, but I think that the organizer of the local/state/regional event should publish a clear theme or message that the event will have - whether this is technical, educational, or just a gathering to talk shop. I feel that this will then let prospective attendees have a clear idea of what they are going to and what they will get from it.

If this means charging more for the event, so be it, but as long as it delivers what it says it will and benefits those who choose to attend, I'm sure they won't mind paying - again, that's what other industries do. We all like free ideas and info, but those who pay for it are more likely to use them and put them into practice... ultimately leading to better practice within the industry.

It may not sit well with many, advocating charging for these events - I've had more than my fair share of 'free' info and advice!!! However, I would argue that a price attached to valuable information and education can be a price worth paying.

Why do we pay to be members of PM organizations, Builders associations, Condo associations, etc, etc... partly for the credibility and access to member lists - but these groups provide us with tools to grow and succeed - Much in the same way as RT's benefit those who attend.

in terms of limits on attendees - I think that should be down to the organizer and how numbers may affect the nature of the event, will more paying attendees allow for a better quality event, will fewer paying attendees be better.... is the nature of the event more a meetup for contractors to talk?

just my thoughts...:D
 
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Note to self, foreward this to Kory's wife...

We may not see Kory much anymore...
 
Note to self, foreward this to Kory's wife...

We may not see Kory much anymore...


Hey Scott it's Man Law you can't do that....:D

What ever happened with that Big Parking Garage out in Vegas?
 
Not only is an agenda important but i think the speakers should be required to have a speaking out line and some sort of visual aid. . . . thats public speaking basics

What you picking on me because I didn't have a power point ? Hell you are lucky I didn't throw up on you, that would of been real visual LOL:eek: My 1st public speaking for more than a couple minutes in years. I have a public speaking fear/phobia. Two zanex and a half a Bud and I thought I did half OK


One thing all Round tables aren't alike some are just in a warehouse, some are outside, some are speakers some are just equipment and some networking etc etc . I and a couple of the local guys were actually thinking of having small local or state round tables or just get togethers too.
 
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