Meeting of the Minds

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  • 1.  2026 MOTM is in the History Books

    Posted 03-09-2026 13:20

    Veni Vidi Vici

    I attended the conference last week, and though I did not attend a few in the early '20s, I feel this was one of the best (nothing beats the very first conference in 2012)!

    I tip my hat to Anne for organizing the event, and everyone on every committee that brought it to life!  A huge shout-out to the board of directors for keeping the group together.

    For those that missed out, mark your calendar for next years event which has been announced - We're excited to announce the 2027 Meeting of the Minds, right back here at Loews Coronado, March 2-7, 2027. Save the date and plan to come back to San Diego next year!



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    Jeff Schwenk
    Owner
    Bottomline Software, Inc.
    Waynesboro VA
    (540) 221-4444

    Improving bottom lines for over 25 years!
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  • 2.  RE: 2026 MOTM is in the History Books

    Posted 03-09-2026 13:23

    I second this... excellent conference (but next year I will pack my snowmobile suit). A little bird told me the Intacct folks (at least one of them) were happy, too! Kudos for everyone for what I know is no small effort!



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    Beth Bowers
    Dog Mom, first and foremost. The rest is all just necessary to keep the dogs in biscuits.
    (269) 358-0989
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  • 3.  RE: 2026 MOTM is in the History Books

    Posted 03-09-2026 14:02

    I've gone to all the MOTMs since 2013. I think this was the best yet, for a number of reasons.

    The bar is now set pretty high for 2027 to beat it!



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    Jerry Norman
    Smartbridge Partners
    (512) 653-7498
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  • 4.  RE: 2026 MOTM is in the History Books

    Posted 03-09-2026 16:25
    Edited by Wayne Schulz 03-09-2026 16:26

    I am making a motion that Pickleball commissioner Jim Woodhead work with Tom Nanci and his group to organize both an introductory hour or two plus the ladder that they had this year. This was a blast. I would encourage everyone who has an interest to attend next year. The ladder play means you play and swap partners as you win/lose so as not to have a strong pair sweep the tournament. This seemed like it was well received. It looks like the hotel we stayed at should have their own set of courts next year which will make playing even easier.




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    Wayne Schulz
    wayne@s-consult.com
    Schulz Consulting
    (860) 516-8990
    Connecticut
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  • 5.  RE: 2026 MOTM is in the History Books

    Posted 03-09-2026 19:40

    Terrific idea Wayne.  It's so much fun to play and any age can play and have fun.  I am happy to volunteer to help Jim with an "introduction to pickleball " session.  It's a relatively easy game to learn and a difficult game to master.   None of are going pro anytime soon so let's bring as many people as possible into the game so they can enjoy the many benefits.



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    Doug Higgs
    Midwest Commerce Solutions, Inc
    (312) 315-0960
    Chauffeur, Chef, and Personal Assistant to Sprinkles
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  • 6.  RE: 2026 MOTM is in the History Books

    Posted 03-11-2026 15:40

    I might need to play Pickleball now! Everyone looks like they are having a great time!



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    Tina Leonard
    RKL eSolutions, LLC
    AZ
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  • 7.  RE: 2026 MOTM is in the History Books

    Posted 03-11-2026 13:09

    Thanks Jeff:

    It means a lot coming from one of the OGs.

    One of the best parts was the opening day consultant roundtables.  To me that was the essence of 90 Minds.  People who don't necessarily even know each other collaborating to the benefit of all.  We spent a ton of time planning on how to facilitate the discussions and almost no facilitation was needed at all.   Everyone at every table contributed!



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    Gary Feldman
    Principal
    I-Business Network
    Marietta GA
    16786270646
    http://www-i-bn.net
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  • 8.  RE: 2026 MOTM is in the History Books

    Posted 03-11-2026 13:30

    I loved that we had both Intacct and Sage 100 folks in our roundtables.



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    Beth Bowers
    Dog Mom, first and foremost. The rest is all just necessary to keep the dogs in biscuits.
    (269) 358-0989
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