I am not sure exactly what you are looking for or why SCI didn't suit you but consider TTHA in Dallas. I am sure you would like it.
I heard they didn't want to change their dates and that limited their choices of venues. Looks like Atlanta for two more years then somewhere else.
They still have not polled their members. I guess they don't care what people think of the goings on of late?
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thought I should bring this back up so everyone could be reminded..Here is the CEO email for those that did not receive it.
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DSC CEO UPDATE
As some of you may know, the Dallas Safari Club Convention week in Atlanta was my first official full week on the job as the new CEO for DSC. Convention was a steep learning curve for me, meeting people, learning about the mechanics of the event, and taking in as much information as possible. This past week has allowed me, our DSC staff, and our volunteer leadership to have a short time to debrief, while also continuing to take in and process data and valuable feedback, so that DSC can collectively understand how to best move forward.
As we ended our first convention in Atlanta 9 days ago, we had a “CEO roundtable” with a representative group of about 50 exhibitor partners to receive real-time feedback on everything that could be improved for future shows regarding thoughts and concerns about everything Atlanta. Between the information that was openly shared during the roundtable, combined with the continuous flow of information over the past week via event surveys, formal letters, social media posts, and direct conversations with our valued exhibitor partners, sponsors, and members, our DSC team has quickly gained important context on the broad sentiments regarding the outcome of the convention, as well as expressed concerns regarding possible future plans.
Though the feedback we have received spans the spectrum from negative to positive, the two most common themes that are reflective of the feedback include this: there is a broad concern from our convention stakeholders regarding our ability to enjoy the degree of success for all stakeholders that we have become accustomed to over the years should our convention remain in Atlanta; and two, there is an expressed strong commitment from our convention partners to continue to support DSC but with a request for improved communication.
This update letter today is to start that process for better communication and let you all know that DSC is hearing your concerns. We understand that without the support from our exhibitor partners, sponsors, donors, members, and others, DSC will not be able to continue to deploy our mission as successfully as in the past and to continue to be looked at as a world leader in supporting conservation and being a strong voice for our important hunting heritage.
Listening and communication are a good start but putting an actionable plan together that addresses the concerns is what matters the most. The DSC team is currently working around the clock to put that plan in place as quickly as possible so you can see how serious we are taking the current situation.
I ask for your continued patience and support as we work through this important process. My goal and commitment to all of you is to have more details by the end of January or early February that will allow you to better plan for upcoming events based on our path forward that we are charting now.
Thank you all, again, for your candor and continued support of DSC.
Rob McCanna
CEO DSC and DSC Foundation
Not even a whisper to their membership. Not even an e-mail to the chapter boards. Supposed to have a leadership convention in Denver next month. I am undecided if I even want to take the time to go. I will wait and see what response happens (if any) between now and then. I promise to respond here as soon as I hear anything.
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I can understand your sentiment, but the local chapters serve hunters that may not have the time or funds to travel once a year to the big conventions. I can’t speak for all chapters, but Oklahoma chapter elects to spend our fundraising dollars on Oklahoma conservation projects, so it’s more of a companion to the bigger Dsc global view. If you can, go to a meeting in your area and see what they are doing in your neighborhood. I guarantee it’s not being spent on Weatherby awards.
I would tend to agree. Our chapter, DSC Carolinas Foundation, just had our banquet on March 1st. Beyond the required amount that is to be shared with DSC and DSC Foundation, the monies will remain in the Carolinas.
