Summary

In this conversation, Tim Hyde and Chris Bower interview Ben Penrod, the promoter behind Awesome Con and other comic conventions. They discuss Ben's background in con promotion, the growth of his shows, and his upcoming event, MadEx. Ben shares his philosophy of prioritizing vendor satisfaction and creating a positive experience for attendees. They also talk about the guest list for Mad and the future plans for Twin Cities Con. Overall, the conversation highlights Ben's success as a con promoter and his dedication to providing quality events.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:38 Starting Awesome Con and Expanding to Other Shows
09:31 Transitioning from Awesome Con and Starting New Shows
11:57 The Launch of MadEX and Future Plans
14:42 Reflecting on the Success of Twin Cities Con
20:07 Prioritizing Vendor Satisfaction and Pricing Booths
25:47 Expanding the Convention Business and Future Growth
27:38 Making Twin Cities Con a Destination Event
32:45 Excitement for Mad X and Guest List Announcements

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