More staff let go

[KiltedPrivateer]

The new GM's name is Terre Albert. Haven't heard about the reduced entertainment. As stated before, they rebuilding at least one stage & I doubt they would do that if they didn't plan to use them.

Excellent Point Ravic

[Terre Albert]

 
Let me start by saying I love rumors.  Let me address them one by one.

George hired me to handle the growing business that is TRF.  Staff member changes were made according to that business need.

I love entertainment and would do nothing to change it only add more as needed.  There are three main focuses of the festival (Food, Entertainment and Vendors/Artists) (all are important)

Comp tickets are used to increase attendance and business to you the vendors.  They are a great way to introduce new people to the festival.  Not used to pad attendance numbers.

I didn't dress but not because I didn't want to but because while running a business with 450,000 George wanted me to be in a polo shirt to address accidents and customer service issues.  I don't make fun of people in costume they are what make our business different from any other festival.

Coca Cola is returning!

Rumors are not the best way to get communication about the happenings at TRF.  I would encourage anyone who wants to meet me stop by the office or call me 281-356-2178.

In closing nothing you come to know and love about TRF will change.  George is still at the lead on the direction of the festival.      


 

[Trillium]

Thank you, Sir, for posting that information.  Rumors tend to get a life of their own!  And I'm so happy Coke is coming back!!!  YAY!!  You've made me a very happy faerie! 

[KiltedPrivateer]

Yes - Thanks Terre for clearing that up.  Glad to hear that the entertainment we love to see will still be there.  And now that you're part of our forum community - hows about perusing some of the camping threads *wink wink*  we'd love your insight into some of the ideas we've thrown around.

Good luck in the new job - I know its not easy (o:

[Lady D1]

Let me start by saying I love rumors.  Let me address them one by one.

Welcome Terre!  and thanks for the updates.  Think this forum is a great place to get some insight for you as well.  So many of us here love TRF and we all know change can be hard!!

[Laird Fraser of Lovatt]

Got to love scuttlebutt... Welcome aboard!

[Mouse]

Coke....when they don't have Pepsi....Thankfully.

[JackGonzo, MD]

Not sure if Teach will agree, but pepsi just never goes well with rum

[KiltedPrivateer]

I would disagree - I have people look at me funny when I mix my rum with Dr. Pepper.  This of course is deviating from the topic, but I personally cannot stand Coca-Cola.  Other Coke products I'm fine with, but I can't stomach the flagship.  Sorry, I'll drink the Sprite. Oh and Mr. Pip is not Dr. Pepper (o:

Just to carry on off topic rant a little further, I put Coke, Budweiser and Microsoft all in the same camp.  Three major corps whose competition makes superior products, yet they have the best salesmen and end up everywhere.

[Trillium]

Try rootbeer with rum, especially spiced rum, pretty darn good!   

[KiltedPrivateer]

Try rootbeer with rum, especially spiced rum, pretty darn good!   

That actually sounds really good.  Someone else who doesn't mind shunning the norm (o:

[DonaCatalina]

Not sure if Teach will agree, but pepsi just never goes well with rum

Hah! Cherry Pepsi goes well with rum, especially spiced rum.
As does Cherry Vanilla DP,
Vanilla Coke, Mountain Dew and Orange Crush.

[angusmacinnes]

Mountain Dew goes well with anything.

[Mouse]

It's just as well to spike your rum with Yellow #5

[Rani Zemirah]

I'll take my rum with fruit juice, please!  And a little paper umbrella! 

Or hot chocolate... depending on the temperature!