I caught wind of a rumor this past week about TMC’s IT Expo. Of course I didn’t buy it, but I tend not to argue with sources. Instead I go to the subject of the rumor and ask simply, “is this true.”
It’s basically News Reporting 101, and I learned from one of the best investigative reporters the Philadelphia Inquirer ever had, Rod Nordland, at Temple University back in the 70s and 80s.
So here’s the scoop, direct from Rich Tehrani of TMC regarding the FALSE rumor about IT Expo West that is slated for later this year.
“Andy, no cancellations here. We are actually growing this division and have added 15-20 new writers and team members in the past 3 months.”
Personally, I’m glad to hear it. I’m also glad that Rich is so on his game that he’s responsive within hours of being asked. That’s a far cry better than some of the companies in the VoIP and Telecom space who try to spin the story their way or just don’t comment on rumors that can be harmful to their business.
Thanks Rich!