Tom Trudgeon of G3 Magazine will talk about why he can up with the concept for the magazine and what his mission statement was. He will address the obstacles he faced in getting the magazine started such as finding fiscal backing and advertisers. He will talk about how the idea for the soirees originated and how they have developed over time. He will talk about what it entails to put on such an event, how he made the contacts to get bars, restaurants and galleries to sponsor the soirees by providing space and free food. He will address how he got his invitation list and what he has found as the best way to promote these events. He will conclude with what comes next.