There are a lot of positive things happening in the city and it was a positive campaign. I met a lot of good people and I think, for the most part, they are pleased with what's going on.

It was a real positive event. We were real lucky, considering we got rained on.

I think the changes on Washington are positive for the Beat Festival. The streets are safer, the district offers more options for dining before the event, and more residents means more attendance. The Beat Festival has always been an opportunity for people to check out everything Washington Avenue has to offer. Now there's just a lot more to check out.

Overwhelmingly, our customers have told us that the annual Convergence conference is one of the most positive and powerful networking opportunities they have each year. By bringing the spirit of this event online we provide the environment where customers and partners can share knowledge, connect with peers, collaborate, and share ideas year-round, with no physical boundaries.

That's a positive impact for us. We see it as providing significant breathing room.

It must have helped mine; it had to have had a positive impact in the box office.