The Network Open Meeting

We are pleased to report on the overall success of the Network Open Meeting on 18th April. Attendance was round about 80 people, and we were, as ever, indebted to our sponsors, particularly the event sponsors Atelier du Sol, NewlynDevelopmentsPortugal, and OneFone.

The Civil Governor, Dr Antonio Pina, had to rearrange his timetable due to an unexpected call to Lisboa. While we were sorry that he could not stay for questions and answers, we appreciated him doing what he could to ensure that at least we enjoyed delivery of his update on development in the Algarve over the next six years. Dr Pina's personable manner enhanced the content of the talk, and our co-ordinator Paulette Fouche interpreted excellently.

After a very good lunch, Professor Jay Conboy and his team from GAIM informed us on what business development is indicated by the research that has been done to date, and we thank him for being very helpful in how he timed and rearranged his presentation to accommodate all needs. I know that GAIM and Network will continue to support each other into the future.

It seems early days to be thinking about next year's Open Meeting, but it is already on the back burner. We will be considering how to attract more people and perhaps to make the event a little 'different'. All feedback on the meeting or ideas for the future will be most welcome, so don't hold back - either post your comments here or mail them to me, Janice, at karmicdoctor@yahoo.co.uk