This past week the Adult Webcam Conference & Awards kicked off at the Alexis Park Hotel in Las Vegas. Much has been written about these event since they were first announced in March of 2014. So how did things go according to a few of those who actually attended the events?
One attendee says the tracks weren't properly organized in comparison to other shows & a few track leaders were "no shows" causing their sessions to be cancelled. Another performer who attended said while it's nice educational tracks were offered it really wasn't worthwhile for her. Several of the tracks were said to be so basic it was almost like webcamming 101 or webcamming for dummies.
January 21st was to be the events 'Fan Day' with the floor being turned over to performers to meet their fans & promote themselves. The cost to attend for fans was discounted months earlier to 'just' $60 but was still a big bust according to performers in attendance. Basically it was performers mingling among themselves with only a few fans attending, the rest were across the street at the Adult Entertainment Expo. In the XBIZ Forum it was stated that most performers left cards on their table & went across the street where all the action was taking place. Comments from performers were that you need 'people' for such an event to take & the other shows are the ones to attend as this was a waste of time.
The awards show & dinner took place during the evening of January 21st. The organizer made the claim additional seating had to be made available so all those wanting to attend could be accommodated. This was most likely due to increased demand from deep discounts being offered in the final month as the event wasn't "sold out" far in advance as they were claiming it would be. One of the presenters of an award commented the production of the show was slightly "unorganized" with too much dead time between awards. Overall though the dinner & awards show received many positive comments from those in attendance saying it was a nice ceremony with everyone enjoying themselves.
So all the promotion performers did for Ron Lee & his event meant nothing (only if they attended) as well as all those who took time to vote... wonder how many other categories this took place in? So far he has avoided answering this specific question in forums where he is active & this is being discussed.
Will there be a year 2 of the Adult Webcam Conference & Awards Show? Comments from industry professionals in forums agree that it was a "sub par" event. Year 2 will likely depend on support from sponsors. It is widely known many sponsors (webcam sites) lent their name to the event in exchange for free passes for their models wishing to attend. Check a certain big sponsors camsite blog (news & announcements) for confirmation. Did any sponsors find value which will lead them to writing checks for year 2? Ron Lee acknowledged the glitches saying he will work hard to make year 2 better. He shared the events will be held at the same time next year, will be free for webcam performers, reliable internet will be available & more to follow.
