Connections moving to Dallas next year

[Mikey P]

http://www.experiencetheevents.com/texp_conf.html


yikes..

if you can't get people to come to Florida what makes you think Dallas would be a better draw? Especially in April when Tornadoes and heavy storms are common..


Sure it's centrally located and all but Texas really sucks.

 

[Mikey P]

although I admit the schedule for Vegas this year look a bit better than years past.

http://www.experiencetheevents.com/conv_agenda.html


This session looks awful cramped..

CLEANING SECTION: 8:30 - 12:00 pm​

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8:30 - 9:20 am – Stone & Tile Care Made Simple With Professional Grade Products – Rod Sigman, Business Development Manager – Custom Building Products. See the latest solutions to help meet your customers’ needs and expectations for the proper care and maintenance of their tile and stone. An emphasis on the popular trend of color enhancers will be demonstrated. How to properly apply and prevent common pitfalls and misconceptions. Can they be used for exterior applications? A look at some common tile related challenges with imported waxed porcelain tiles and the need to seal or not seal them will be addressed. Lastly a few tricks on problem solving for glass, tile and stone will be shown using some alternative products and techniques.
9:30 - 10:10 am – “Live” Area Rug Cleaning Demonstrations – See the Latest Tools in the Rug Cleaning Industry – Come see and learn rug cleaning as a great add on service to your business - Rug Badger and Orbitec Solutions, Dusty Roberts and Clark Lancaster.Come See the Latest Technology with New Rug Badger Product Introduction. Come See 4 Stations Set Up for a complete tour and demo including: Inspection of the Rugs: Dusting: Washing; Rinsing; Drying; Hanging; and Packing.
10:15 - 11:10 am Upholstery Cleaning – Shawn Bisaillon.Hands on demonstration of expert procedures for cleaning and restoring upholstered fabrics. See the tools of the trade and specialized techniques to add to your service.
11:15 - 12:00 pm Carpet Cleaning and Spotting Demonstrations - HydraMaster /U.S. Products - Steve Poulos, Doyle Bloss, Rick Evans, Bruce Daw and more. Join these experts as they bring your greatest carpet cleaning challenges and opportunities to life with interactive hands-on product demonstrations. Hot water extraction tools and techniques to clean faster, clean better, reduce drying times, and reduce fatigue. Low moisture encapsulation carpet cleaning – equipment, chemicals, and how to use them to get more commercial business. Answering cleaning challenges presented by the proliferation of new soft carpet fibers.

 

[Cleantechsk]

I was planning on going to vegas but texas is too far!
count me out for sure

 

[Shorty]

At about AU$220.00 per night, ................... think I'll give it a miss.

After air fares, couple of grand, plus accommodation................

Don't leave much for tucker 'n fine wines.

 

[dealtimeman]

If gas doesn't go up I might make it.

 

[billyeadon]

Mikey,
it is not listed on the program as we are just confirming but JonDon will have a session on all aspects of concrete from epoxy coatings to full scale grinding.

 

[Steve Lawrence]

Yeah, the armpit of the nation, that'll work.

 

[Clean Response]

I swear the people who run it are idiots. It is like they do not listen to us the people that go to these events. How many people complain about it being held at the Hilton in Vegas. You would think they would move it our justify why it is being held in that dump but not a word. Now moving it from Florida to Dallas. Most people double up on these trips and use them as a vacation trip as well. That is why Florida and Vegas as so nice to go to.

The other thing about the connections that pisses me off is all the lazy people riding around on those dam segways.

Mikey if you play your cards right you will soon have the most popular and best trade show to see every year.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Nothing good every came out of Texas.....Lockhart included!

Hey it's a nice change, we can ALL drive there and shack up with Lockhart and save on lodging.
Easy Michael, just kidding!!!

I like Dallas, lots to see and do but they are going to lose all the gamblers!!!

 

[billyeadon]

Nothing good every came out of Texas.....Lockhart included!

Hey it's a nice change, we can ALL drive there and shack up with Lockhart and save on lodging.
Easy Michael, just kidding!!!

I like Dallas, lots to see and do but they are going to lose all the gamblers!!!

they are moving the Florida show not the Vegas show. Wasn't much gambling in Clearwater Beach except trying to cross the road at 2am after drinking all night.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Thanks Bill make me look stooopid in front of all my peers. Actually it's Ok Bill I have no peers!

Sooorrreeey, you gamblers don't have a heart attack, you can still throw your money down the drain in Vegas. Especially you Lockhart!

 

[billyeadon]

Thanks Bill make me look stooopid in front of all my peers. Actually it's Ok Bill I have no peers!

Sooorrreeey, you gamblers don't have a heart attack, you can still throw your money down the drain in Vegas. Especially you Lockhart!

Just trying to keep you on the straight and narrow as a public service.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Just trying to keep you on the straight and narrow as a public service.

LOL

Better men than you have tried and failed.

Okkk so maybe they weren't better but they have tried, it's pretty much a full time job keeping me out of trouble!

Thanks Bill!

 

[dealtimeman]

If you think dallas is the arm pit of America, you need to educate yourself and travel a bit.

I don't know why they picked dallas but, have heard Florida was not working out with very low Attendance every year.

For those in the know- when they talk about attendance- are they looking at those who pay for the whole program or all who go even just to the trade show?

 

[Shane Deubell]

Nobody tell the irs but i will continue to go to florida

 

[Mikey P]

So what will the wives and kids be doing while dad sits in the "Watch Dusty get his shoes wet" class?

Take the 12 freeways/30.5 miles across the great plains to go to the Ross Perot Museum? or the 51.2 miles to the Stockyards of Ft Worth?

Well its only 22 mile to the Bass Pro.

it's a mere 127 miles up to Nick's BBQ if he times it right..

Looks like Cobbs place at only 27 miles away will be the biggest draw. Who knows, his carpet may even be dry by then..

Things to do in Frisco Tx

 

[Steve Lawrence]

"If you think dallas is the arm pit of America, you need to educate yourself and travel a bit. "

I actually had another body part in mind but didn't want to offend sphincters in general.

 

[Desk Jockey]

The West End is pretty cool shopping and clubs plus you can get a buggy ride there too. Cowgirl Stadium? Naaaw!

The Galleria for wife & kids, Lockhart shops there....ok his wife does. He ice skates!

 

[CrazyRay]

Yeah, the armpit of the nation, that'll work.

LoL! That's hilarious. Ann Arbor... that's in Michigan isn't it?

Of the top 25 convention cities in the country, Dallas ranks 6th. San Antonio, Austin and Houston also in the top 25. No gambling or beaches here but still plenty to do. Lots of good nightlife and dining. The Sixth Floor Museum (JFK), Dallas World Aquarium, G W Bush Pesidential Library at SMU just opened. I hear it is awesome. Mesquite Rodeo is a blast, even for "non cowboys". Ride in a NASCAR at Texas Motor Speedway. Six Flags, Dallas Arts District and plenty more. Not to mention an abundance of places for the wife to spend money. Then there is Ft Worth...

A very wise man once told me, "You should not ask people where they are from. Because if they are from Texas, they are going to tell you anyway. And if they are not from Texas... why would you want to embarrass them?

 

[billyeadon]

So what will the wives and kids be doing while dad sits in the "Watch Dusty get his shoes wet" class?

Take the 12 freeways/30.5 miles across the great plains to go to the Ross Perot Museum? or the 51.2 miles to the Stockyards of Ft Worth?

Well its only 22 mile to the Bass Pro.

it's a mere 127 miles up to Nick's BBQ if he times it right..

Looks like Cobbs place at only 27 miles away will be the biggest draw. Who knows, his carpet may even be dry by then..

Things to do in Frisco Tx

mikey it is only 30 minutes to the JonDon In Garland.

 

[Mikey P]

The problem is all those activities take a lot of driving.

And Texas freeways are a nightmare.

Barry Costa's school opening in that area?

 

[billyeadon]

The problem is all those activities take a lot of driving.

And Texas freeways are a nightmare.

Barry Costa's school opening in that area?

What school are you referring to for Barry Costa? We are having SFS in Dallas the week after The Experience. So might as well stay for awhile.

 

[Mikey P]

a little mouse told me that Barry at one point was looking to open his own all encompassing school for cleaners in Texas before the crash of 08, no?

 

[FB19087]

If you think dallas is the arm pit of America, you need to educate yourself and travel a bit.

I've traveled quite a bit..actually a lot in TX....and I have to say it seems pretty accurate...................but good on ya for making a bit of mental lemonade


If it wasn't the closest place to get a 4x4 animal style I'd say just give the whole f'n state back to the Mexicans........

 

[billyeadon]

a little mouse told me that Barry at one point was looking to open his own all encompassing school for cleaners in Texas before the crash of 08, no?

no it was supposed to be in Arizona but the economy crushed it. He is plenty busy with his schools (25 with Jon-Don alone) and he is very passionate about getting ICRA off the ground.

 

[Mikey P]

Ok.

still no reason for Frisco to be found..

I hear Austin is nice.

 

[billyeadon]

Ok.

still no reason for Frisco to be found..

I hear Austin is nice.

austin is the best town in Texas.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Its cool lots of music, clubs. One of Dan's sons lives there.

 

[dealtimeman]

I've traveled quite a bit..actually a lot in TX....and I have to say it seems pretty accurate...................but good on ya for making a bit of mental lemonade


If it wasn't the closest place to get a 4x4 animal style I'd say just give the whole f'n state back to the Mexicans........

Hey hotlanta you cant even begin to talk I have been to Atlanta a few times and wow eekk: is all I can say!

 

[The Great Oz]

Dallas has some great restaurants and shopping, and people that say howdy on the street. Better than some places eh? Oilmen, Cattlemen, honey-blondes, pick-up trucks doing 80 in the slow lane. Be bold or stay home.

PS: It's not Connections. It doesn't have the support of the associations that started Connections.
It has to be better than the Connections Florida event though...