When it came to getting a firm grip on how to approach the great Art Deco Weekend, principal sponsor Simon Tremain decided to make a call on the man who has been a key component of the event for more than a decade.
He approached Neville Smith, whose links to the big weekend go back to his days at Brebner Print, and more recently through his extensive links with the navy, air force and army in his role as the region's naval liaison officer.
It was Mr Smith's reputation as a tireless supporter of the Art Deco weekends which prompted Mr Tremain, whose real estate company has stepped in to become the principal sponsor, to call and ask if he would become the company's Art Deco ambassador for the big weekend.
Mr Smith said he had no hesitation given Tremains' input into an event he said had become internationally recognised and a huge showcase for the region.
"It's important to our community that this event continues to grow," he said, adding it would be a busy time for him but he was happy to oblige.
