rich,
Try going down to the Local Meetings section, in there you'll find a few threads regarding the recent NEDA meet in CT. You should be able to find links to the presentation and discussion.
Do let me know if you have trouble finding it, I'll see if I can get you a link if you cannot.
Regarding the posting issue over at SD, I recall that it requires a new user to post in the forums several times before the system allows you to post private messages. If you cannot post at all, you may want to contact the administrator there.
Shawn