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taken from; Bison Producers of Alberta Canada by Linda Sautner
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"Creating Events and Festivals" by Bill Keitel was most interesting. Bill
owns the successful Buffalo Billfold Company, but he shared observations and
notes from over 300 days of festivals that were insightful for anyone
involved in public presentations.
The time before and after sessions saw large numbers of people going through
the Trade Show that displayed a wonderful mix of bison products. These
included beautiful bison leather furniture, home décor items, clothing,
boots, handbags, crafts and some incredibly lovely jewelry pieces.
But it wasn't all work – the IBC Committee had evening events planned that
gave all attendees a chance to unwind and network. Ted Turner was the
keynote speaker for the Opening Ceremonies at Mount Rushmore, and began the
event with a very positive message for our industry that Senator Tom Daschel
added to. But it was Ted that was thrilled when he was inducted in a special
ceremony into the National Buffalo Foundation's Hall of Fame. Watching the
eagles ...
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