Lessors John Semon Makes New Orleans Appeal---
New Orleans, Louisiana “I would appreciate your feedback... “For the past eight years we have held all Lessors Network events at the Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead hotel in Atlanta. This year I am considering a departure from tradition and would appreciate your thoughts. “Like many of you I am disturbed by the devastation caused to the Gulf Coast area by Hurricane Katerina and Rita. I am also disappointed by the decision of event promoters to move their events out of the New Orleans area. Frankly, I think our industry stand to profit from the rebuilding of this area and wonder why we aren't making ourselves better known to local business leaders there. So here is my idea… “I am thinking about asking those of you who would normally attend our March 2006 showcase in Atlanta to join me in New Orleans for a day or two of volunteer work. (We are currently contacting the Habitat for Humanity office in New Orleans and other organizations to see where volunteers from the equipment leasing & finance industry might be of service.) “There will be no formal meeting agenda and no scheduled speakers. We'll fly into New Orleans one evening and spend the first day volunteering. “That evening, depending on the number of participants, we'll likely plan an informal evening in the French Quarter to ensure all lessors have the opportunity for one-on-one networking. It might be fun to go to a club owned and operated by Harry Anderson called Oswald's - www.harryanderson.net. “The next morning we'll host a Funding Source Reception & Exhibit (Brunch) where funding sources representatives can gather to exchange buy/sell investment strategies for 2006. We'll also invite local business leaders to stop by and meet prospective funding sources, necessary for the rebuilding of their businesses. We'll conclude by noon so everyone has plenty of time to catch a flight home. “Would you and your company view this investment of time and financial resources viable? Would your company be interested in sponsorship? “Thank you for your comments.” John O. Semon
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