Outdoor laser tag forums http://www.ltfoa.org/forum This is an XML content feed of; Outdoor laser tag forums : Last 10 Posts Sat, 31 Jul 2010 06:55:56 +0000 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 05:04:45 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 8.05a 30 www.ltfoa.org/forum/RSS_topic_feed.asp LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=852#852 Author: zeezop
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 07-Apr-2010 at 05:04

Games2U showed up in their van with all their equipment. We received an overview of their business model (I do not want to mention too much in a public forum) and they were kind enough to set up their Hamster Ball and a round of Halo. They use Steradian taggers and vinyl barriers for their lasertag parties. ]]> Wed, 07 Apr 2010 05:04:45 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=852#852 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=851#851 Author: partytagger
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 06-Apr-2010 at 11:52

Thanks for the update. I really wish I could have made it, I would have loved to have met all of you and shared information, but once again the timing was all wrong for us between work and personal commitments. Personal plea to Derek - make the next one late Feb early March please.

I certainly would like to learn more about the RF system and for competitive reasons would love to see a plus and minus chart for the various equipment used.

I have had the benefit of visiting Robert's field and getting some very valuable pointers from him, so I am sure his presentation was extremely enlightening. How was the Games2U presentation?





]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2010 11:52:44 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=851#851 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=850#850 Author: zeezop
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 06-Apr-2010 at 10:43

The conference met expectations. Meeting various field owners and sharing ideas is great. The networking one gets from these sessions is priceless.

This sessions covered a lot of areas. It was nice to see the equipment from Steradian, Battlefield Sports and Adventure Sports all in one setting - being able to play with the equipment helps to appreciate the different pluses and minuses.

Sharing of alternative revenue streams and addressing how the "Wow factor" affects your bottom line was insightful.

The night missions and new twist on standard games was entertaining. Also glad to see how the various fields played; there is more to opening a fixed field than just throwing up barriers - a proper field design definitely affect the play.

Access to the indoor site was a bonus. It was nice to cover so many different outdoor fields and see how the equipment worked with the indoor market. With the RF the indoor market is in for a shock.

Robert gave probably his best talk ever. He covered many topics and shared many things that help make his field one of the most successful ones out there.

All the speakers were excellent and I was glad to be at this conference. Probably more to say, but we'll let someone else chime in. Thanks once again to Derek for putting this together.

Stay tuned for a follow up conference call...details to follow.]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2010 10:43:36 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=850#850 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=849#849 Author: Tagbee
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 06-Apr-2010 at 08:11

This was my first venture outside of the military and it was a good one.

As this was my first one I am not sure what equates to breaking news, but I can tell you there was a lot smack talk, a couple of spankings and a love in. I am not at liberty to say more than that. J

 

“Go Raging Beavers”

 

Thanks Derek, Robert and Mike for the event

]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2010 08:11:23 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=849#849 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=848#848 Author: partytagger
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 06-Apr-2010 at 07:22

Unfortunately we could not make it again this year, but I hope everyone had a good time and learned a lot from each other.

Any breaking news from the event that people would like to share? ]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2010 07:22:17 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=848#848 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=847#847 Author: VladV
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 31-Mar-2010 at 20:00

I got back from the LTFOA Business Academy last night, and just wanted to say that it was definitely worth going. I really enjoyed meeting everyone there, and appreciate all the valuable information established laser tag business owners shared during the event. The laser tag night missions were awesome (they alone were easily worth the price of attendance). And Texas was a great location in general (my first time there). Derek, thank you again for organizing this.]]> Wed, 31 Mar 2010 20:00:37 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=847#847 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=846#846 Author: masterchief
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 27-Mar-2010 at 19:02

Leaving tomorrow for the gathering. Looking forward to meeting y'all (Texas talk seemed appropriate).]]> Sat, 27 Mar 2010 19:02:15 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=846#846 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=822#822 Author: zeezop
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 03-Mar-2010 at 09:49

Excellent, looking forward to meeting and sharing ideas with you!]]> Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:49:23 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=822#822 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=821#821 Author: masterchief
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 03-Mar-2010 at 09:08

I just had a 2-hour conversation with Wildkarde and it was extremely insightful. Let me begin by just reminding everyone that we often interpret current circumstances through the filter of our past experience. I used my business filter of what I am "used" to from conferences - you attend, you get a notebook, and speakers tell you what's new in your field and how you will adjust. Networking is mostly something you do at lunch.
In Wildkarde's post, he said, "It isnt about us as an organization its about you as a Field owner building a network and support group." And certainly after speaking with him, I have a greater understanding of really what the LTFOA conference actually is. My apologies for the edge of my previous post. I certainly meant no disrespect or to question anyone's character or integrity. On the contrary, I truly only want what's best for the industry and, not to put too fine a point on it, but what's best for my business. I'm sure you can appreciate that.
That being said, I'm considering attending the gathering myself for some facetime with other field owners. Should that be the case, please don't sock me in the gut when you meet me (grin). We'll see you in Dallas.


Edited by masterchief - 03-Mar-2010 at 09:10]]> Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:08:55 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=821#821 LTFOA Operations and Business Academies March 2010 : LTFOA Business Academy March 2010 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=820#820 Author: zeezop
Subject: LTFOA Business Academy March 2010
Posted: 03-Mar-2010 at 06:52

Hi Masterchief,
I have been to all the conferences and each one has proven beneficial. Adventure Sports puts a great deal of energy into these and most of the work done by Wildkarde and others is volunteer work, at the prices charged no one is trying to make money (I would be surprised if AS is able to even break even).
The conferences are a lot less formal than the typical business conferences; but instead you get actual one on one interaction with owners from all over the globe. Many ideas are shared amongst the field owners, instead of relying on one's person's experience we have everyones.
Do not come to this conference expecting a power point presentation and some guy standing in front of us telling us what he does. Instead expect to have a topic of discussion and an open forum. There will be industry "experts" but as many people will tell you, the real experts are usually not the one in front of you talking.
If you have a business that is stagnant here is a great opportunity to talk to those who have been there, done that. If your business is going through the roof, come down and share.
I am certain this conference was not planned at the "last minute", it takes time to get speakers and guests to commit. Once the commitments were made, then the announcement can be made.
As mentioned this conference is available due to the volunteer work of Wildkarde and others. The technology is available, but is the volunteer available to implement it? Would you prefer paying more than $99 to bring in a professional to set up the Skype, audio, video etc? This can be discussed at the conference and maybe there is someone with the skillset to meet these goals, or it may be decided this would be something to be outsourced.
This conference is not an AS conference, it is a field owners conference, AS is just generous enough to support it. Adventure Sports, Battlefield, Steradian, people who make their own taggers are all welcome to attend, share, learn and have fun.
So yes, this is not a professional conference, nor was it ever intended to be. It is a group of people with a common interest getting together, sharing ideas from the real world helping each other grow their business to the place they would like it to be. And for making this opportunity available I would like to thank Adventure Sports.

Edited by zeezop - 03-Mar-2010 at 07:01]]> Wed, 03 Mar 2010 06:52:51 +0000 http://www.ltfoa.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=165&PID=820#820