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Tampa Reptile Mania & Exotic Expo

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We are very pleased to announce The "Back to Basics" Tampa Reptile Mania & Exotic Expo at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa on March 11 & 12 2006. This sure to be spectacular extravaganza brought to you by promoter extraordinaire Alex Russell of Gila Productions promises to be a premier event. The finest breeders, manufacturers, and suppliers of herp related products will make this an event you will not want to miss! See you there!!
 
I have vended for nearly all the promoters and I must say that Alex is a class act! I'm looking forward to a great show with no disappointments or unwanted suprises. See you there!
Mr John's Farm
 
Three weeks and counting. I am really looking forward to working this one. I have always loved the venue there at the fairgrounds.

Looks like the vendor list is fleshing out nicely as well.


Hope to see everyone there.
 
We'll have a few tables there as well.
Anna and I are both looking forward to being back in Tampa now that Alex has taken over.
We haven't attended the past 2 or 3 shows there due to one thing or another.
(Actually allot more than one thing, but mostly the lack of organization)
It will be NICE to have things organized and "Back To Basics" again!

See Ya There
 
10 Days and counting.....

Boy, I am ready for a show. It'll be nice to thin the herd of 2005's I have left to make way for the eggs about to be laid


Hope to see everyone there
 
Counting the days down........

I know that we are looking forward to being there!! Would love to come home with a lot less than we take...LOL.

Look forward to seeing everyone there.
 
Hi All,
I'll be there and playing music with some of the CD band members Friday Night.
I feel the need to once again touch on the Tony situation.
Many of you know the history so I won't rehash it all here.
Suffice it to say the written contract claim is a downright lie. I know there are others who know this as fact.
I will say that after reading his FAQ page now I am ashamed I was ever associated with him.
It doesn't matter who you believe. It doesn't matter who you think is right or wrong.
If you are going to be at his show or are at least thinking about it you need to read that page and ask yourself a very important question:
Is that type of language and attack something you feel comfortable being associated with?
Do you really think it is anywhere near a professional looking action?
Think about how it reflects on anyone associated with him or his show.
I have far too much pride to be connected to such childish and unprofessional display.
See you all in March.
Gino
 
One thing is for certain...he is in desperate need of vendors !
He has offered me free tables and electric to do his show.
But .... I agree with Gino.
I turned down his offer after seeing how he conducts himself professionally.
 
We are really looking forward to Tampa Mania! Listen here you blues singer! I want you to play some Led Zeppelin Gino! Not only will this be a kick butt show, but I get to eat grouper sandwich to die for and dine in a prestigious prime rib restaurant. The fairgrounds holds many fond memories and new ones await. I believe that anyone and everyone will be there......
 
Very Funny, He Who Snores With Crocodiles.
Blues?
In case you weren't paying attention my music is all original except for the Elton number I often finish with. Mostly we'll be doing tunes from the In Cold Blood CD that will debut at Alex's Fall show.
Hopefully it will be a good time.
Warning to Audry. You might want to skip set up between like 5:30 and 7:00 :)
Unfortunately you will be exposed to my crappy music if you don't.
All kidding aside I know she made a very nice apology for the digs but I'm not planning on making that particular sale come Sept, if you know what I mean.
Seeya in March,
Gino
 
Oh gee. I hate to miss your singing, but I'm not going to vend either Florida show. My only trip down will be for Daytona in August.
 
homegrownherps said:
One thing is for certain...he is in desperate need of vendors !
He has offered me free tables and electric to do his show.
But .... I agree with Gino.
I turned down his offer after seeing how he conducts himself professionally.
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For those who emailed me asking who I was referring to...
Tony is the one who offered me free tables and electric if I would do his show.
 
Back to Basics!

It would seem that part of the theme of "Back to Basics" at The Tampa Reptile Mania & Exotic Expo, includes good old fashioned customer service. Something that seems to be harder and harder to find these days.

I had not originally intended to exhibit at this show, simply because, this time of year, I have very little to sell.

However, I made a last minute decision to get a table. This decision was made late yesterday.

I was amazed to see that not only was I able to acquire a table at this late date, but less then 12 hours later, I had already been added to the vendor list on the The Tampa Reptile Mania & Exotic Expo web site including a link to my own web site.

Kudos to Alex. It is very refreshing to see a promoter that cares about his vendors and is willing to provide first class customer service. I am still waiting for my name to be removed from another promoter's web site from a show I worked in 2005, but am not working in 2006.

Thank you Alex.
I'm looking forward to a fantastic show.
 
The only time that I've ever vended Alexs' show, was in Raleigh NC last fall. It was a great show without all the cutesy BS for kids. I sold out, so definitely no complaints from me. Most of the people that came through the door actually left with purchases. I'm sure the Tampa Mania is going to be great also. But I'm unable to attend this one.
Hope you all have a great time with record sells!
Cricket
 
audrypayne said:
I'm unable to attend this one.
Hope you all have a great time with record sells!
Cricket
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Cricket,
Sorry we won't see you this weekend, but look forward to seeing you next weekend.

I'm hoping to have as good a weekend as I did at last year's spring Tampa show.

See you next week.

Joann
 
Hey Audrey..You may see Alex at the Ladson Show as he is scheduled to be there promoting his shows! Mike we are glad to see you have signed up for "The Tampa Show."
 
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