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Post by smj1 on Jan 14, 2008 10:59:16 GMT 1
Spotted the post - best thing to do is as mentioned below - email tickets@htafc.com and should be sorted.
Couldn't go on the board last night as was driving back from Leicester.
Like most of you frustrated by Saturday's result but want to take this opportunity to thank fans for their support on a good crowd sat.
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Post by smj1 on Jan 8, 2008 14:57:21 GMT 1
Afternoon
I have just broken off what I am doing to have a quick look.
Firstly thanks to all supporters that emailed me - much appreciated.
Secondly for clarity, I do occassionaly take a look at the messageboard. The reason being it is a good area to see what supporters are debating - there surely is no harm in that?
As mentioned it is difficult to log on, read and reply to comments and questions. When I logo on its usually for a say 10 minutes to gauge opinions etc. For example I logged on when we announced the Gillingham initiative to see the reaction.
As for my original post - there was no hidden agenda just simply that a moderator had asked me to look at the site. Simple as.
With regards to the Big Screen, I am due to meet with Ralph Rimmer and discuss this with him in terms of costings and how we (HT) can generate revenue from it. At this stage costings have been supplied to KSDL and that is as far as it goes. the meeting has not taken place yet and am sure that there will be several discussions but I am certain it will be fair for all parties.
One of the reasons also for the delay (nothing to do with Giants season) is that I potentially have a further compnay interested in buying a screen. And if i can get them to committ we then of course would be able to try and get it cheaper.
There is still a long way to go on this project but I'll try and keep you infomred as best I can.
As for timing of the message on the board - as mentioned I came on when I had chance. I would say that like most fans I was of course elated at the victory over Brum and that's great. But my concern is the commercial arm of Town.
Not sure what more to say at this stage?
Cheers
Sean
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Post by smj1 on Jan 6, 2008 22:39:51 GMT 1
Agreed - long way to go - bear with us!
I'm off to read my lad a bedtime story - the day Birmingham came to Town!
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Post by smj1 on Jan 6, 2008 22:34:17 GMT 1
The £1m loss is down to many things - reduced numbers in gates, overspending on budgets, unforseen costs. These are naturally underwitten by the shareholders.
In doing what we can to address it - all I can do is continue to build a robust commercial operation that supports the team.
Sport is different to most businesses in the sense that the product is variable and can have a massive impact on the bottom line. Consequently revenues for the club are crucial. A simple example is to buy the programme and support the half time draw - they are naturally very important to the club as are all commercial revenues.
Of course a winning team with lots of TV appearances helps! Or a good draw in the FA Cup!
Regards
Sean
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Post by smj1 on Jan 6, 2008 21:02:23 GMT 1
Dear all
I was asked to take a look at this site by one of your moderators, sadly last week I couldn't do it due to work commitments. Additionally my time on this board is likely to be limited due to continued work commitments especially after the fantastic result yesterday! However having had a brief chance to look at the board I'll try and answer some comments. Please also note it will be difficult for me to respond to each comment or question that may be raised as a consequence but I do try and use the official channels (prog, website) as much as possible to communicate.
Firstly the standing/seating issue. At this stage I have had a chat with a couple of supporters and am aware of the issue. I did spend one of the games over christmas, close to the section to experience what our supporters experience. All that I can say at this stage is that I will discuss this internally - please note we are goverened by FA rules but as I said I will look into this.
Secondly, the catering. I have received a number of complaints from fans re food, drink etc. I am currently liaising with our franchised catering operation and am in fact establishing an 'experince/atmosphere 'working party to look to address this. It is likely this will be established after the Gillingham game and am hopeful that we can start to address some of your concerns and comments. As I said I was in the crowd and was disappointed with the experience - this is something I want to address including music
Thirdly, the scoreboard. I have now provided the stadium company with costings on a potential replacement. Sadly it is too prohibitive to replace the current one (due to being obsolete). This new screen is a major outlay and we have to be certain that it will add revenue. It may not do so initally but it is hoped that revenue will be generated from it. I am hoping to sit down with Ralph Rimmer pretty soon to discuss this further and get things moving.
Fourthly the Gillingham game. This is an idea we have had for some time and we took a punt on yesterday's game to make the announcement (combined with six sponsors agreeing to go for the promotion). The sponsors contribution has made it possible to charge £5. Naturally I am hoping that the momentum can now continue and with your help this can be accelerated. For example spread the word as much as possible and i am sure with a further bumper crowd and a cracking atmopshere (like yesterday) it can only go to help. The key however is making sure this message is spread far and wide - so please help.
Fifthly the Centenary kits. After speaking to a lot of fans last year it was decided to undertake the voting process this year. Hopefully you won't be disappointed. The three contenders will be paraded at the Gillingham game and availaible for closer inspection in the club shop (with voting forms). There will also be a feature in the Examiner. All I would ask is please take a look and vote. Please also note that the kits won't be available till End of July.
Sixthly, Communication. It is often difficult to communicate to a wide audince however our best methods are 1, the website and 2 the programme. 1, being free and 2 being purchasable (with revenues going back to the club)
I hope that answers some of your questions and comments.
Finally I would like to sign off by saying thanks for being so vocal yesterday I am sure your noise levels went someway to helping the team and achieving a fanatstic result. Long may this continue and here's to a good 4th round draw.
Cheers
Sean
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