I'm down with a Toronto international and I'd be more than happy to dedicate my time to making it happen. I think we showed our chops pretty darn well at last year's event.
But!
To be honest, I would presume we're a few years away from anything outside of the 'States. The vast majority of users are in the US, there's probably more US vendor support overall (US independents and European/Asian companies with N.A. distribution channels) and otherwise, the event is still effectively in its infancy. Even just north of the border, we're talking about some pretty serious logistical issues with regard to commercial entities shipping their gear up for the meet, let alone members sending their beloved rigs up where the scrutinous and not-always gentle hands of the friendly customs officers have free reign.
I personally see a much brighter future in the coordinated national meet idea. Working with our own countries' members and coordinated with global vendor support (loaners, reps heading out to the various locations, etc.), plus a kick ass member-based organizing committee (like we saw this year) heading each event, it could really be something else.
There's always the thought that someone might choose one party over the other, of course, but if it were truly a coordinated main event spread across satellite locations and executed with consistent care, we're starting to talk about something truly epic!
Gahd, my gears are turning now....................
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