Sir, I know this stock and company inside and out. I am well aware of the CEO's stance on this as are many here. Given the company has made it abundantly clear they are willing to communicate with shareholders via email or phone calls to the company..this is not news. The CEO has always been willing to make public statements in reference to stakeholders concerns.
Never has there been an invite to a "public forum" as you speak of that I am aware of. If the CEO has invited people to debate in a "public forum" please share the quote from the CEO so we can all be aware of it.
Request a Conference Call with shareholders......It won't get your money back......but Eric has a way with words and could possibly make you feel better about losing it...gl