I wonder what Jack! is up to, missing such an event. Whatever it is, I'm guessing he would intend to finish strong in paid media. He seems to be one to plan and hang back unless/until he believe's he has an advantage. Maybe his investor mentality is coming to bear -- an aloof approach similar to Fitzgerald? I think he needs to be a better salesman though and not just an order taker, because he hasn't closed the deal yet.
Last night Dan Proft was looking quite haggard and, if possible, appeared even seedier than usual. The long slicked back (almost oily looking hair) the unshaven (yet not necessarily bearded face), dressed entirely in black? -- what's that all about. He's beginning to take on the Satanic proportions of Randall Flagg.
At any rate, when he greeted me, I asked, "Hey Dan, tough week?"
He gave me a sideways glance and replied, "They're all tough weeks."
Who knows what goes on behind the curtain at JACK!O's Neverland.