I received a phone call today from someone very high up in the Coptic community.
I won't reveal where he was from or who/what he is affiliated with... but... suffice it to say:
He Offered
Me Substantial "Cash Money" (His Words)
The reason? He wanted me to give him the Coptic Chamber email and snail mail list to use for his projects. He would use them whenever, however.
My immediate response: An unequivocal NO.
No negotiation, no hesitation, no "sorry, I can't."
He then increased his offer and said, "I will pay CASH. It will be our secret."
"Is This Really Happening?" I Asked Myself
I hold my relationship with you to be absolutely sacred. You trust me and I hold that in the highest regard. I will
never sell my lists, regardless of the offer or the person making it.
This was a first in Coptic Chamber history: a bribe intended to capture your name and info "under the table".
And while I was taken aback by the offer, it made me realize that you and I have created what is truly THE MOST IMPORTANT COPTIC BUSINESS ENTITY IN THE WORLD. So many want access to this
Chamber.
And that's all thanks to YOU.
I very clearly gave him a big fat NO (again) and ended the call.
P.S. I suspect he called me rather than emailed me because he didn't want any record of his offer in writing.
It's always an adventure
leading this groundbreaking Chamber!
Have a great weekend :)