Inside Scoop on Networking in Vegas

Whether you have a huge breeding program or a hobby sized breeding program, everyone knows the best, free tool is NETWORKING. Sure you can try to hatch your computer tweetin', bloggin', facebookin', myspacin, forum fightin and Bull Buzzin'', but at the end of the day in-person contact is what really makes the difference in our game.

There are a multitude of awesome opportunities to network just around the corner. World Finals in Las Vegas is quite possibly the best place to network of the entire year. Everyone is excited and usually in a playful mood thanks to the environment.

Most of the breeders stay at the South Point Hotel & Casino, so in the off hours that's where to go if you are a "seeker". I'd recommend late evenings at the blackjack tables and at the cocktail lounge if you know what I mean. LOL :) By this time of night the edge is off, nobody's stressed and the "layed-back" environment is conducive to making new acquaintances. You'll find the vast majority of our ABBI breeders polite, friendly and more than happy to talk shop.

If you're up for some Tricks and Treats, come out to boost your brainpower at the ABBI Breeder Seminar on Halloween day from 9-11 am at the South Point in the Sonoma Room A. There are always a ton of topics and just as many accomplished professionals that speak on various subjects that are pressing to our industry. This is one of my favorite events of the year and a great time to get questions answered by those in the know in areas like nutrition, vet care and breeding.

Your next networking opportunity is on Monday after the Futurity Long Go. Bull Pen Magazine is having their annual BASH party sponsored by Best of the West Sale and The Hard Rock Cafe. It's a really fun opportunity to get together and enjoy everyone's company. There's also a meet and greet with some of the PBR riders at this gala and live music by James Intveld. There's always a lot of "bull" in the air at this party guys so come-a-runnin' to the Hard Rock Cafe on Nov. 2 @ 8 pm.
To view event flyer:
http://www.bullpenmagazine.com/downloads/bash%20invite%20for%20websites.pdf


Another great networking place during World Finals is Contractor Alley at the Mandalay Bay. It's a great place to learn about some of the top breeding programs in the business and about the ABBI and the USBBA if your a fan or interested in getting involved in the industry.

If you don't make some new key contacts while in Vegas maybe they'll do a "Seminar" on it next year! :) All kidding aside, Las Vegas and World Finals is definitely the place to be if you feel the need to  NETWORK.

For full World Finals schedule of events:  http://www.abbinow.com/content.aspx?ID=11

Hope to see you there Networking up a storm, VEGAS-STYLE!