Originally posted by Kow
I don't think that this is a fair statement to make. Chemo, I think you've said before that you have a "regular" job and you do this as a side thing. It's not your main source of income. I think what you do is extremely respectable and should be commended constantly. The difference is that Avant Labs IS Par's business. His concern with padding his wallet is the same as your and my concern for getting up and going to work in the morning. It's income.
I believe Par has said before that your gel is a very good carrier, even if he does believe that his is better. You're right that it's all about business, and there IS a world of difference because this is his company. You offer your stuff at a heavily discounted price, just enough to cover your labor, equipment, and turn a small profit. If you recognize that your motives are very different, then you should also recognize that his urge to "pad his wallet" and your lack thereof are results of those situations...and neither is wrong, per se.