Back from the Chicago Channel Partner Show 2011… This is a show held twice a year geared around independent agents who broker a variety of telecommunication services. At this show you are able to establish new relationships with vendors and agents, and meet up with current relationships. It is always nice to be able to travel to one spot, to get work completed, which could take several weeks otherwise.
At this year’s show, AboveNet and Telx both held private parties outside of Wrigley Field. A great experience, whether you are a baseball nut (like me), or just there to socialize. We were able to sit across the street on the roof tops of the buildings which surround left and right field. It is hard to imagine this park is almost 100 years old (built in 1914), and the likes of Babe Ruth, Stan Musial, and Willie Mays, used to play here.
It was also nice to establish new relationships and tour the night life in Chicago. Whether we were hopping around Wrigley Field visiting the likes of the legendary Cubbie Bear or hanging around the very popular Rush Street at Mama’s or the Lodge, we had a great time.   As the saying goes, “What happens in Chicago stays in Chicago”…  There were a few Partners who did get a little out of control and thought they might belong on American Idol.  I hope they soon realize, they are a better fit for Telecom.  I hope to see you at Vegas 2012.