I appreciate your comments about the launch of this new show! Basically, I felt that a show in Los Angeles specifically for the gay webmaster market would be a success for everybody. It is very difficult picking a time and location with the many events ever month and with as much cross-over as there already is. Also, securing a hotel in major cities is not simple so, some times we just have to do what fits best. I personally tried to partner with CC Bill in regards to this venture for months but, could not even get a return phone call so, I had to move on my own. I run events differently than most and my business is to support the community. Additionally, I am not gouging people with the GAYVN Summit price as that is a different kind of show and if you look at what comes with it, including the paid speakers, the awards show and the very large amount of gifts plus all conference food is paid for and more, you will see that it is well worth it. That is a show for the entire industry, not just web, and the cost of the event and the goal is different. AVN is putting a lot into these events and I think it is important to facilitate the business this marketplace produces and in order to do that I feel that someone had to build events that accomplish just that. I don't restrict business as Lee stated and I don't make it difficult to participate. We are going to have two great events and I look forward to seeing everyone at these events! Please don't hesitate to email me if you have questions and/or concerns at chad@avn.com. Take care!

Chad Beecher