Can I do this without mentioning a specific vendor?
Maybe this attempt to gauge interest (sizing) could attract multiple vendors.
Based on PMs RJ and I have shared I believe the point is that DLA doesn't allow any of the commercial vendor pieces here on the forum. I would think that even if you're not naming a specific vendor, it would fall into that "no no" category. It would probably be best to simply contact the vendors you wish, tell them about the event, and leave it at that. "Gauging interest" could create problems by violating the terms of the forum. Not mention, and I speak from experience, when you go to a vendor and say "I gauged interest and I think we'll have 100 people order from you" and then 20 actually buy they tend to get (rightfully) annoyed. You have no way of knowing how many of those who are "interested" will actually commit when the time comes. In addition, you have no idea how many DLA members are registered to even attend the Academy so it makes it hard to get real concrete info.
To everyone at DLA: Every group/forum has their own identity, rules, and culture. Everyone at LSH understands, appreciates, and will respect the DLA family's stance on this. Of course you will absolutely be able to see any of the vendors at the Academy and take advantage of their offers if they interest you. I'll be posting a list of who's coming in April but you can keep up to date on the event website You are not allowed to view links.
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