Re: [seul-edu] [Fwd: Information Request]

["Jefferson Knox" <jknox@thestuph.com>]

Another note, ITEC is filled with companies that are either Microsoft, or
majorly microsoft affiliated. There were some companies that said there
product also come in linux varients, but I get the feeling most of the
companies think that Linux is a fad. Its generally not a good environment, I
mean I get alot of free stuff, but my experiences are that because its such
a small venue (comparitively to CEBIT or Comdex) the sales people sort of
have the attitude that these local people are only here to get the freebies
and have no interest in the products. As a result they are kinda hostile,
especially towards any younger college age students, they logically assume
they have no business being there. Anyway, this is just what goes on at my
local event, It is a good place to make contacts though.

Jeff Knox
Director
Linux In The Classroom

----- Original Message -----
From: "Doug Loss" <dloss@suscom.net>
To: <seul-edu@seul.org>
Sent: Monday, March 06, 2000 7:41 AM
Subject: [seul-edu] [Fwd: Information Request]


> I'm forwarding this in the hope that someone from the area mentioned
> might be interested in responding or in attending.  If anyone does so,
> please send your response to this mailing list too.  If I don't see any
> messages to Jill in a day or two I'll compose something myself, but I'd
> prefer that someone closer to the scene (I'm in Pennsylvania) answer
> her.  Also, does anyone know what ITEC is?  The talk about industry
> segments leads me to think that it's an organization that runs computer
> expos targetted at commercial interests.
>
> Jill Bolton wrote:
> >
> > Doug -
> > I coordinate several of the ITEC events across the US.  This spring in
Indianapolis, Indiana, we are attempting to put together a pavilion in our
event to showcase all facets of Linux.  We are looking to showcase commerce
as well as associations and education.  I am e-mailing you to get a better
idea of how to approach these above mentioned industry segments.  What are
some common issues facing those within the Linux community?  Are these
issues something that could be addressed by getting in front of 8-10,000
buying team members from every major industry segment?  In the past, have
trade shows or expos been an effective venue for showcasing Linux services
and education?  What traditionally have been the major points of education
for Linux? Any problems getting that desired message out there?
> > If you have a free minute and can answer my questions - I would greatly
appreciate the help.
> > Also - If you know any companies or organizations that have a strong
presence specifically within the Indianapolis or Ohio Valley Region -
Anything would help!
> > Thanks very much in advance and best regards,
> >
> > Jill Bolton
> > Indiana ITEC
> > (503) 670-6250
> > fax (503) 968-1284
> > jilljb@asmcorp.com
>
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