Vector glow effect

Ok this is a really simple idea I would think, but I am not able to get a handle on it...
I created a logo image for someone and the client wanted the file totally vector. So I sent him an AI file, but the file has 1 glow in it. Now hes having trouble with the printers saying the image is raster. I realize now that the filters and all are raster, but how do I get aroud this and create a vector glow...
I'll be very much appreciated with any thoughts
ps.  still in cs4  (I know, I know)

This is sound advice and just because you can do something and it looks good is nt a reason to do it if it does not make production sense.
8.5x11 reduced to business size is not a good idea yu should have created a seres of master logos with adjustments for the various sizes that wil be used.
I mean what if they need to produce the logo 6 feet long you would want to adjust the art so that it gave the same visual impact tht it does at say 1 inch and that cannot practically be the same exact art.
Yes in todays world who thinks about scaling, no one because you have even considered the possibility and if your instructors at school explain this you more than likely said hey I 'm ding this and now you know why you have to.
Raster effects in logo design with out an alternative, your client is right this is your fault, this is not the act of a season professional.
Just because you can do it does not mean you should, digital age or not. You have to larn your craft.

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