Originally Posted by SilentKnight

To me, attending webmaster conventions and industry shows isn't the yardstick by which I measure anyone in this industry. I'd imagine people don't attend shows for a variety of reasons - not just because they're big mouths online and lack the gnads to show themselves in public.

For instance - my wife and I have attended many shows over the years, both as exhibitors and just visitors. But they are primarily niche-related (bondage/fetish)...and therefore we don't show up in photos of 'mainstream' conventions like Internext or whatnot. Mainstream generally doesn't interest us and isn't of benefit to our company.

Perhaps some folks don't attend due to financial or time constraints. Or those with kids who have family responsibilities and obligations.

I wouldn't categorize everyone according to their online personna. The industry contains a widely diverse demographic of people of all interests and persuasions.

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