Nils,
I share your concerns. The audio quality certainly did not meet our standards. We are committed to correcting this issue before the December dinner.
This was the first time we used the "moderated discussion". Some thought it was effective and others, such as yourself did not like it.
Unless there is a compelling reason, future presentations will consist of 20-30 minutes of comments followed by the Q&A period.
Thanks for taking the time to provide valuable feedback.

Ken

He was an excellent speaker, obviously very knowledgeable and able to clearly communicate his thoughts. He answered questions thoroughly. We learned a lot.

GREAT VENUE, BEAUTIFUL FOOD, INTERESTING TABLE MATES! NOT A WORKABLE PROGRAM FORMAT. THE SPEAKER WAS GREAT WHEN WE SPOKE DURING THE COCKTAIL HOUR. THE 2 CHAIR FORMAT WAS NOT AFFECTED. SPEAKING FROM A STANDING MIKE TAKES IN THE WHOLE AUDIENCE. THE EFFECT OF SEATING DID NOT INCLUDE THE AUDIENCE. HOPE THIS HELPS.
JCC

Constance,
Your feedback is helpful. See comments to Nils about the audio.
If you experience another issue with the food, please immediately notify our staff. Thunderbird is committed to high standards and their F&B manager is constantly on the floor. She will correct the issue on the spot.
Give them another opportunity.
See you in December.

Ken

Mr. McLoughlin was very generous with his time by meeting with the students for one hour prior to the event. He was approachable, and students felt comfortable asking him questions.

The main presentation was difficult to hear for many participants. On the way out, I heard many concerns.The format seemed to have mixed reviews.

It was a joy to return to Thunderbird. Good decision by the board. Linda and her crew were very well organized.

I found Mr. McLoughlin very knowledgeable and inspiring. He has an impressive grasp of the economy. It was a timely topic.

Jerry,
The audio issue will be addressed and corrected.
Glad you enjoyed the meal.

Ken

The venue and meal were excellent. Aside from the difficulty of hearing, the speaker seemed quite knowledgeable and interesting. I would have liked to have heard more from him about the “world economy “ as advertised. A number of questioned were instead focused on U.S. interest rates, housing, etc. Perhaps the speaker should have been given more time to present and less time in questions as previously done. We were impressed that the speaker gave his time to the students.