publisher's note: although this is a monthly blog, we decided to post in-between schedule due to the critical information shared here.
August 26--in a move that has the industry in shock, Chris M., the original TSP party animal, declared free agency and unexpectedly moved on, to the chagrin and dismay of many.
Apparently, The Mantolokin Group did not exercise their option to designate Mr. M as a franchise player --a move that would have allowed them to match any competitive offer.
Mr. M's focus was indeed a concern when he mistakenly transferred a call intended for an agent, to his own cell phone.
Additionally, on an incoming call, Mr. M. seemed disoriented as he momentarily blanked out and could not remember the name of the company he worked for.
Mr. M was not available for comment, nor was his agent. In addition, calls placed to this blogger, were not returned, citing 5th amendment privilege.
One can only wonder what goes through the mind of this one-of-a-kind TSP. Burn out? A better offer? Did he at least give his team the chance to counter-quote? Demands of maintaining his fan club?
One thing is certain---the pending company christmas party will not be the same. How sad a thought that Mr. M's custom-made tuxedo will sit on a rack in his walk-in closet, the cost of dry cleaning a waste of time, money, and a burden on the environment
One positive note: the bartenders retained for this function can relax because Mr. M does not reveal his drink of choice until in attendance. Hence, their prep time scuffling through drink books will be greatly reduced, along with job-related stress.
Ladies--should you encounter Mr. M on the street, do not approach him at this time as he is both charming and dangerous.
Andrew Chaplowitz looking back on his good times with former co-worker.
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