[AMRadio] Ham-Com message

[w5jo at brightok.net]

It is with a heavy heart that I write this letter about the future of 
Ham-Com. After 41 years, Ham-Com has decided to close its doors in lieu of 
the restrictions in place for COVID-19 and the rising costs of putting on a 
show. The decision was not made lightly, but the safety and wellness of our 
volunteers, vendors, clubs, presenters, and attendees is our paramount 
concern.

We sincerely thank each and every person for their support over the past 
years. This starts with clubs who have participated in offering forums, 
transmitter sessions, VE sessions, talk-ins, and many more things through 
the years. Next, to the commercial and flea market vendors who have helped 
new hams get their first radio to established hams who are building the 
ultimate ham shack, we thank you for returning year over year. To the 
volunteer staff, functional directors, and access control, your dedication 
and hard work have contributed to the continued success of the show for 41 
years. Finally, to our attendees. Without you, there is no show. Over 41 
years, we have met a variety of people with one common passion, amateur 
radio. Ham-Com is proud to contribute to bringing people together to enjoy 
this passion. We will definitely miss this gathering of the broader 
community.

Our thoughts and best wishes to you and your families and “see you 
on-the-air”.

73

Bill Nelson

President of Ham-Com Inc