It's been a while since I've been off to a trade show or conference, but this was the first I was asked to attend to assess a new product or service. The Township is considering a software tool to train, track, and manage the town's government employees (not a huge task considering there, what, 10-12 of them?). Alas, it's a trip to new places to meet new people.

The opening address was delivered by the CEO, set against a giant globe. Mmmm, globe.	An army of servers guarded the meal areas, though I was able to get in without washing my wings.	The fact that there were various flavored spreads and butters is probably why guards were needed.
With a bit of searching, I was able to ferret out a table of nibbles that was unguarded... good 'n tasty!	The Solution Showcase was where the various vendors came to show off their stuff... not bad...	For the closing address, I ended up in back; something about coming in late, I guess.