While Brenda and I were at the Riviera to claim our "chip.. chip ... chip...." WELCOME 2004 CHIP, we had the opportunity to check out the convention facilities for next year's convention at the Riviera. Eveyone is going to be pleasantly surprised when they see the ballroom and banquet room at the Riv! Banquet room is on the top floor with a three wall of glass overlooking the strip with seating for 500 ... as opposed to 380 max at Trop. The Riviera ballroom for our 2004 bourse will occupy what would appear to be almost twice the size of the space we occupied at Trop. The Registration area is spread out in a large horseshoe pattern. The Parking Garage is literally steps away from the Registration Area and Ballroom.

It's going to be another GREAT CONVENTION in 2004 ... especially since our very talented Jim Steffner has agreed to serve as Convention Chairman again.

Terrific job this year Jim. Can't wait to see you top this year's performance!!