While "fun to be around" may not be required I agree with your assessment! If all you want to do is convey facts figures and data, send an email or put up a website. If you're taking the time and spending the $ to have a booth and be present, how about a little polish and enthusiasm. The post earlier about "we're a billion dollar company not a penny" (don't have the exact quote) rings VERY true to me. And I'm not bellyaching too hard because again, the fact they're out there is great. BUT if you're going to use the resources of time and money how about a better effort.
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