As a Merb oldie, about 20 years ago, there a Merb get together , I forget who organized it, but all the agencies and SPs and Indy Sps as well would get together in a fancy hotel gathering, reserved for themselves. I only read about it, but hobbyists would mingle and get rendezvous visits reserved and mingle. This is what I READ. Was too shy to go to one, but I was wondering if that still happens. Most of the agencies back then have all disappeared. Just asking
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It's a lot of work, you need a coalition of the willing, and it doesn't happen for free, so you need to consider where the money is coming from and how much. Not to put too fine a point on it, but these types of things usually have a selected guest list as opposed to being open events too. All to say that there's a bunch of things to consider and a lot of organization that needs to happen, so if you're looking to do one then be prepared to invest a lot of frustrating time and effort
As long as the person who organizes it has a cellphone with mobile data, it should be ok (with my regards to @Halloween Mike 
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Hmmm... I'm sensing that there may be volunteers here.....As long as the person who organizes it has a cellphone with mobile data, it should be ok (with my regards to @Halloween Mike
it is a lot of work for whoever wants to organize something like this
the "herding cats" idiom/ phrase applies here
the "herding cats" idiom/ phrase applies here
Back in the day, MERB get togethers were a regular thing, but over time, they've pretty much faded out. Sure, it takes a bit of effort, but it’s definitely doable. You just start a thread, book a bar or restaurant, get a couple of agency owners and Indies on board to host, and boom you're set.
What I loved about those meet ups was how so many members would show up, but nobody wanted to mention their MERB handles especially the loud ones. It was always pretty funny. Honestly, if something like that happens again, I'm in.
What I loved about those meet ups was how so many members would show up, but nobody wanted to mention their MERB handles especially the loud ones. It was always pretty funny. Honestly, if something like that happens again, I'm in.
You make it sound pretty easy! You do it the first time, we'll watch and take notes, then we'll do it the next time.
This approach has always worked.The key is to host the event during a time when people are more relaxed, such as around a holiday like Christmas or a long weekend. The strategy involves bringing together an agency owner and their service providers, along with a well known service provider indy who can bring along other independent service providers .You make it sound pretty easy! You do it the first time, we'll watch and take notes, then we'll do it the next time.
I recall a memorable event organized by Chris from Devilish, where he brought along a group of about 10 girls. He even hosted a contest, although I can't quite remember the specifics of the contest, but the prize was that the winner could enjoy a service from one of Devilish’s providers for an hour. Chris's efforts in promoting his agency and organizing such an event were both impressive and brilliant.
The final step is finding the perfect venue, whether it's a restaurant or a bar. This part is easy enough if you're familiar with Montreal's nightlife scene.
By following these steps, you’re guaranteed to host a successful and lively party.
I’ll throw the party, but only on one condition: I’m doing it with @Flyingby , since we get along so well for all these years. We’re definitely the perfect example of what it means for members to respect each other, no one does it quite like us. Honestly, I think we’d make a pretty awesome team, but that’s just me.Sounds awesome! When are you planning to host the party?
