First, let me say thank you to everyone for their thoughts. As hectic as things have been, I don't often get the chance to read, more or less post on GFY. It's extremely beneficial to get all sides of what our clients and readers feel about our company, the staff, the magazines and the shows. With ongoing input from everyone in the business, we can continue to improve our products and services.
Second, there obviously have been a number of changes at AVN in the past year. I do however feel that they have been positive changes. The feedback on the magazine and avnonline.com site are that Tony Lovett (our new Editor) is doing a great job. Tom Hymes left the magazine in good shape and I feel Tony has gone on to improve the magazine with each issue. The Online staff is extremely dedicated. The look, feel and most importantly the content are all on point. The information is insightful and conducive to helping people do more business. The circulation is up and people are reading it more closely.
As for Internext, I head only glowing responses from attendees and exhibitors about the August show. Everyone said they enjoyed the format and did good business. The show is consistently improving bringing more attendees and exhibitors as well as more newbies and mainstream players. This January show will prove to do the same.
Third, just like everyone else, AVN has its challenges. We all know that it's impossible to please all the people all the time. Our goal at AVNonline / Internext is simple- help webmasters grow their businesses. In the past 24 years, AVN has built up a strong business on the video side. We help our clients? achieve continuing success by branding and marketing through AVN. It is our ongoing focus to provide continued value to webmasters as we do for video companies- In Print, In Person and Online.
Forth, there will always be personnel changes in any business. Like any good business, it's our goal have the most well rounded client-focused individuals servicing our market. We have made some great additions to our teams as well as losing a few. Many of our past employees have gone on to pursue success both in and out of the adult industry. I can speak personally when I say that I wouldn't work for a company for nearly 5 years if I wasn't appreciated and valued.
Fifth, as it's been said in this thread and I agree, everyone should participate with and support those companies that benefit their business objectives.
Everyone here strives everyday to provide and prove value to our readers and clients. Just like our magazines and shows, our competitors serve a purpose in the marketplace. I always encourage people to closely look at all the advertising/exhibiting/branding/marketing opportunities as to which combination will fit their needs.
Lastly I wanted to again say thanks to all the supporters on this thread, those that read Online Magazine and the avnonline site, the attendees and exhibitors. Should anyone have ANY questions, concerns or feedback about any products or services we provide, please contact me personally. I wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous (new year for us yids) rest of the year and upcoming new year. I look forward to seeing everyone soon.
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