This was posted to an internal dealer message group last evening.
“Factory tours are available when accompanied and authorized by a certified
Rodgers dealer. For further information please contact your local certified
Rodgers dealer or visit www.rodgersinstruments.com/dealers “
There are some good reasons why tours are limited at this time. They have to do
with staffing, the introduction of new product, and ongoing research and
development. There may be some who disagree with this policy, but it is the
policy in place now. I had a tour at the dealer meeting a few weeks ago, and
every one was quite nice, and helpful, but it was apparent that being in their
space meant that we were slowing the work down. I fully understand that when I
make comments, I tend to step in the doggy doo. But as a dealer, while I
appreciate the public interest in how things are built, I also appreciate
allowing the employees the space to do their work so I may get my product
sooner. The production area is very efficient, but not as spacious as what was
available before. I am sure that as things move forward reasonable effort will
be made to accommodate guests.
Gerry
From: Mike Jacklin
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2018 10:29 AM
To: rodgersorgan@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [rodgersorganusers] Re: Rodgers Factory Visits - Tours
All I’m saying is get the facts. There is so much distrust in the world right
now that we need to do all we can to help promote peace, unity and
understanding. As I posted John had NO clue that this was happening and he is
the president. So hopefully this will be something that can be corrected. So
many times on so many different sites I see people jumping to conclusions,
getting folks fired up and it just isn’t necessary. We need unity, not
division. Sorry if I ruffled your feathers. Did not mean to.
Michael Jacklin
Minister of Music
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
W156N8131 Pilgrim Rd
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
1-262-251-2740
Mikej@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
From: rodgersorgan-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:rodgersorgan-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Noel jones
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2018 10:13 AM
To: rodgersorgan@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [rodgersorganusers] Re: Rodgers Factory Visits - Tours
You really know how to make people feel good about themselves.
Making false accusations. Gossip is the devils’ work
[I’m going to hardware store to pick up a new pitchfork]
Noel Jones, AAGO
noel@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
www.frogmusic.com
Frog Music Press
636 Old 19
Augusta, KY 41002
606 756 7979
423 333 0947 cell
On May 15, 2018, at 10:31 AM, Mike Jacklin <mikej@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Ladies and Gentlemen, please take a deep breath and exhale slowly. I spoke
with John Pospisil via email over the weekend. He was unware of this
situation! He will be speaking with several folk over the course of the next
week to determine why this has happened. “, I was not aware that Rodgers had
seemingly ceased company tours. I will discuss this with Marketing to see what
is going on. Thanks for bringing this to my attention. We certainly want
Rodgers to be as welcoming as possible to our fellow organist and enthusiasts.”
So stop jumping to conclusions! Making false accusations. Gosip is the
devils’ work. When you have a problem go directly to the source and find out.
You may be surprised at the results!
Michael Jacklin
Minister of Music
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
W156N8131 Pilgrim Rd
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
1-262-251-2740
Mikej@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
From: rodgersorgan-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:rodgersorgan-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of William Hubert
Sent: Monday, May 14, 2018 4:58 PM
To: rodgersorgan@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [rodgersorganusers] Re: Rodgers Factory Visits - Tours
Sad commentary on the state of affairs. Over a period of 50 years I have always
been welcome to visit organ factories..
The times are a changin
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From: Noel jones
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2018 2:08 PM
To: rodgersorgan@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [rodgersorganusers] Rodgers Factory Visits - Tours
Two long-time members, each traveling to the Portland area for other reasons
(one’s on a plane right now) have contacted them and been disappointed to
discover that they are no longer welcome to visit the factory.
No visitors.
Noel Jones, AAGO
noel@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
www.frogmusic.com
Frog Music Press
636 Old 19
Augusta, KY 41002
606 756 7979
423 333 0947 cell
