What is INDYFEST? Simply put, its the celebration of being independent. We can do that in whatever ways we think up. On whatever scales we are able to collectively achieve. So INDYFEST can be whatever we need it to be, and enjoyed by anyone, freely.
But who runs Indyfest? Who gets a say in things? Well, basically…Im going to put a basic charter for what will be known as the Indy Friends Network, and we will define and refine it together, in the open, at the Indy Friends Network Development system now in place.
Basically, There is a Supporting Member level, it will give all members who get it a badge that will be able to be displayed on their phone for in-person membership verification for any retail situation we can bring indy-friendly specials to. It will also give the member voting and usage rights on all IFN matters. you wont be able to become a vendor, or retailer/wholesale customer, without it.
Indyfest is not: Racist, sexist, political, religious, elitist, or otherwise intolerant of anyone, prejudice has no place. That said, the IFN will be based on real individuals reputations in their local areas. And we will have a way to expel people who prove non reputable. The IFN should mean something, and our work should speak for us.
Please take time to look around at how we list businesses, and help people know people locally. most of which is still under construction so to speak. I’ve worked out the big bugs, everything seems working together ok, as more and more people jump into the system, we hope that you will enjoy helping us work to expand our capabilities and test new things. Now, go post a hello! start talking to people!
