Hiya,

Ok some answers


One area were EO€™s could work together is, to arrange the calendar so that there is an even number of events through out the year, and spread as evenly as possible geographically, the south west dose not get much what about Bristol? Also Scotland.
I agree that it would be benificial if there was an even spread both time, and location, however at the moment we are quickly running out of suitable venues, and they are booked up well in advance. Ive just about finished organising the 2010 calender already ... ( Yes there is going to be one LOL )




I think we all would like to see the championships spread between the EO€™s so it is not anyone€™s burden. And people can feel freer to go to them.
Agree it has mileage, there was some discussion about this last year about the 2009 champs but maybe for 2010 it could happen.


Also I think it would be good to hear, a united statement of intent regarding the middleweight class, there are several out there so if there is enough people commited to bringing them along to an event. They would know that EO would do all they can to arrange a few fights in the shows. This subject has been a bit of a chicken and egg problem.
I have been honest, I don't really agree that there is mileage in middle weights...... there are currently about 40 active Heavyweights, I would be willing to add a middle weight fight into the show, but I dont see why we need to start again in another weight.
Unless im mistaken, youd still use bosch 750's, youd still use wotty, or roboteQ, still use Nicads, so wheres the advantage..... just build a heavyweight.

Also it would be good in the present environment to get different EO€™s to share best practice with regards to: -


2/ Equipment hire arrangements. - I think both of us own most equipment apart from Gas,
3/ Crowd control and general safety issues. - FRA Business and is discussed

1/ Venue hire negotiations.
4/ Marketing and promotion techniques.
5/ Arena design and stage effects information.
6/ All the other bits I missed.
I don€™t expect any EO to regard these points too seriously, but you did ask. [/quote]

I think you have to remember that although in theory it would be good to all work together, the bottom line is that all 4 EOs are in fact commercial competitors. Things like how we negotiate with venues to get the best deal as an example, is up to each individual and there business skills.
Marketing and promotion, I think we both do the same.
Arena design, and stage effects, we each have our own views, and future aiims within our own show.

Im not being negative about what your saying, I'm being practical, and honest. There is a point up to a line which we can work together but once things start getting commercial, its doesnt work. I think as it stands now is about the best it will get.

A wise person once said to me.... Healthy competition is good for any business, as it stops complacency A true statement,

John
http://www.RoamingRobots.co.uk