Y D K M . 2 0 0 3 . E V E N T . D A Y .Canyonville, Oregon
Support For Oregon's Statewide MUG Event
Below is a list of the generous, enthusiastic and high-caliber vendors that contributed to our 2003 event. The state Oregon MacPioneers User Group, 2003 co-hosts JoMacs, ABCC and Rogue Macs, and all of Oregon's Macintosh Users Groups thank those who have chosen to contribute, in any form, to the success and spirit of our user groups, YDKM and Omug:
Remember them when you have needs in their expertise, and
let them know you appreciate what they did for YDKM & Oregon's MUGs!
YDKM Event Day 2003
VENDOR HALL OF FAME
We value each contributor to our event and MUGs. Vendors listed alphabetically.

Adobe is the longtime producer of such high-end, powerhouse Mac image and design tools as PhotoShop, PageMaker, InDesign, GoLive! and Illustrator, and a longtime supporter of Mac User Groups. Their Adobe is our adobe!
Rye Livingston, User Group chief

Apple Computer -- creator of the computer "for the rest of us." And innovative as always with the amazing flat-screen iMac, dual G5 Macs, iPod, .Mac, iTunes Music Store and OSX Panther.
Jeff Mosqueda, Apple User Groups

Apple MUG Store -- One of those great benefits of being a MUG member is to take advantage of deals specifically FOR MUG members at the Apple MUG Store. To access and purchase these deals you must have the login passwords, which change periodically. Get them from your MUG.

Not a MUG member yet? Then visit PowerMax until you do join your nearest MUG.
Kevin Anderson, Apple MUG Store

Artbeats the leader in royalty free digital stock footage, featuring high resolution video in a variety of formats. Creative professionals will love Artbeats inventory and quality.

Connecting Point -- 545 Stevens St., Medford, Oregon (and Bend), premiere store for Mac users. If you need to see it before you buy it, here's your connecting point! They'll have a G5 and Panther at YDKM 2003; drop by, buy your OS 10.3 and thank 'em for their YDKM support!
Tom Pentland, Medford store

Stone Software -- Andrew Stone and company have created some amazing products, with an amazing commitment ("free upgrades for life!"); from design-based knockouts like Stone Studio, Create, SliceAnd Dice, PhotoToWeb and others. A long-time Mac developer, now primed for OSX Panther and beyond!
Andrew Stone, Founder
Our tribute to a longtime
Mac and MUG supporting company,
which closed this year:

Casady & Greene -- one of the most loyal supporters of Mac User Groups, and makers of such classics as Conflict Catcher, Spell Catcher, and some very cool Mac games, too. Since 1984, Casady & Greene is a company whose loyalty to the Mac platform and its users is unshakeable.

We will miss you, C&G, and Bonnie Mitchell!

The Mac Store (Corvallis) -- Formerly "THE Computer Store," The Mac Store is a chain of Apple dealerships in Eugene, Corvallis, Portland and Seattle. The chain started in Corvallis (140 NW 3rd St.) as an Apple store/dealer before the Mac was born. And its staff have been helping MUGs for years!
Robert England & Steve Poland, Corvallis

Global Media -- Need to be seen? Have an event that you need to broadcast live, or teach remotely? Look no further than Global Media (and at iRez.com). Full video conferencing solutions and the components to make it happen right!

Garage.com helps entrepreneurs and investors build great high technology companies.Their #1 priority is to help entrepreneurs find seed capital and investors find great investment opportunities in startup companies.They match entrepreneurs with a network of high quality, experienced investors looking for seed investments.
Guy Kawasaki, founder.

Hewlett-Packard -- H.P. offers some of the finest ink-jet printer solutions to Mac users, and a few of those models were on display impressing many at YDKM 2002. Check out the latest from H.P. for your model of Mac!

LazerQuick of Newport -- Bringing the digitial age to the Oregon coast, LazerQuick of Newport offers a wide range of output needs and specialties, as well as simple and complex copy services.
Thanks Steve!

iHUG -- The International HyperCard User Group. Don't ask if you've "Got Milk?" ... ask "Got HyperCard?" -- There are so many loyal HyperCard users out there today, no wonder they needed an international UG!
Charles Flickinger, ambassador

MacTreasures.com is your source for Apple software and hardware Treasures NOT found on retail shelves. Whether you are looking for titles for your old Apple II or your faster than fast G3 or G4, MacTreasures is for you!
Carole Holcomb, Principal

 

Macromedia -- Folks were droolin' for it, and it's now here... Macromedia's Director MX (for OSX). This killer media builder can do it all, for the web or other presentation media. Also home of the serious web-builder's powerhouse HTML tool, DreamWeaver.

MacHome Magazine was born to meet the needs of family and home Mac users, and offers a helpful blend of "how to's" and feature articles for the beginning and accomplished Mac user. Some great reading and helpful articles to soak in by your MacFireplace.
Kevin Octavio, President/Publisher

Macworld Magazine remains the mainstay of Macintosh dedicated magazines since its debut as the first magazine for Mac users, appearing in tandem with the Mac itself in 1984! From product reviews to insightful "how to" articles, subcribe to this great Mac monthly.

Micromat -- The makers of "gotta' have" Mac maintenance products such as Drive 10 (for OSX) and the famous Tech Tool Pro, Micromat saw the value of MUGs a long time ago... even the owner visited Oregon MUGs! That's the way a company should grow. NASA even used a Micromat product (MacEKG) on the Space Shuttle.

Nisus -- Like chocolate? Remember your first bite? Well, many Mac users remember their first try of Nisus Writer, the knock-your-socks-off word-processor that made many forget about MS Word. Nisus Writer is still the heavyweight with the small price and offers features other word-processors never thought of. And check out Nisus Software's other innovative products.

O'Reilly Associates -- These animal lovin' folks at O'Reilly treat Mac customers and MUG members like a rare and highly-developed species... you get the best treatment, deals and care no matter what book you need to feed your Mac need. Read the manual but still confused? Then find the right "how to" book or digest at O'Reilly Associates. Great deals for MUG members!
Marsee Henon, UG liaison

R3 Engraving & Signs -- Corvallis' R3 Engraving & Signs has been around since 1962, so you know their community roots run deep. R3 has a selection of products that will make your jaw drop, and friendly service equal to their high-quality. Their YDKM enduring contribution:

The YDKM "Golden Apple Trophy!"
redlightrunner.com

Red Light Runner -- Sometimes a Mac user has just GOT to look like a Mac user, and no better place to shop than here. From the coolest of small apple-branded trinkets to the rare and collector's item, you'll look as cool as your Mac.

Small Dog Electronics -- How can you NOT love a company that loves dogs? Even cat lovers shop at Small Dog! That's the reputation and cool deals that this Vermont homespun, Mac (and MUG)-loving company brings. Great website, deals, newsletters and now a brand new store front! No underdog here... just SMALL DOG!
Dawn D'Angelillo, education specialist
MacAddict -- Their name says it all. First Mac magazine to include a CD with each issue, and one with a personality to wit. Two "freakin' thumbs up!" for this mag that keeps the creative edge, like Mac users.
Kathleen Reilly, Marketing Manager
SmartComputing -- Smart Computing is a computing magazine written in plain English. It features computer articles, tutorials, and hardware and software comparisons, along with reviews, tips, and troubleshooting advice. Online, Smart Computing also offers info on computer security, anti-virus techniques and even digital photography.

Seven Feathers Hotel & Casino Resort -- The site facility for YDKM 2003 Event Day! Located in Canyonville, Oregon, this outstanding facility is just off I-5, and features some fine dining, fine hotel rooms and, you bet (pun intended), a casino.
Sheila McDowell,
Convention Sales Manager.
MacDirectory is a magazine that addresses the diversity of Macintosh users. It includes reviews, interviews, music, fashion and the largest buyer's guide for Mac buyers. As the only general interest lifestyle magazine for Mac users, MacDirectory delivers over 240 pages of articles and 5,000 + Macintosh products and services.
PocketMac -- This amazing piece of software will transform your Pocket PC into a Mac PDA. It actually replaces the look & feel of Pocket PCs with Macintosh buttons & backgrounds"
Tim Goggin
Valley Software -- serving Southern Oregon for over 15 years, located at 1328 NW 6th St. in Grants Pass, Oregon. Valley Software is a local Authorized Apple Dealer and Service Provider. Your one stop shop for all your Mac needs, plus a Mac Centric Internet Service Provider division (Valleysoft ISP.)
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 Staples (Medford store) from office and home supplies to just about everything a small or major business would need, Staples offers discounts and great pricing on high quality items. They were our "badge of honor" this year at YDKM.

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