Some people you don't know may be offended if you get too personal with them. I think, unless you know the person personaly, you should stick to the business of sfi and TripleClicks. Don't veer off of the subject at hand. You could do some damage that you may not be able to come back later to fix. This way, even if they say no at first, there is always room to touch base with them again sometime later. Good luck with your prospects and your success.
