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Miami works because even the "biggest players" are either on site full time, or at least a good chunk of the time. Vegas fails because you can spend 4 days in town and never see anyone higher than a sales rep.
It is the same reason that shows like Pheonix and Cybernet always do well - the right people, the actual PLAYERS are there and accessable, usually in a relaxed enough atmosphere, chatting not just about business but making relationships that build business for everyone.
There are millions of distractions 24 hours per day in Vegas. Miami is cool because people tend to eat late, party late, and usually are around between end of show and 7 or 8 for the cocktail parties or just hanging out. That really makes a big difference.
Accessibility and availablity of the people you really want to creates value. Find a way to make the players be part of the show (not just "in town") and things will grow.
Alex
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