Director Boost Your Conference Club: Fun Ideas and Tips for Group Gatherings

[chefkugler]

Every year a group of Directors in my area do a conference club thing. We keep an email loop going of all those going to conference and we do a pre conference get together. One year it was a BBQ and other times a casual get together. At the gathering we give them all little things to take to conference.
We are doing a raffle this year for $100 conference cash. But are trying to come up with other ideas for the get together.
Does anyone do anything special for conference goers in their group?

 

[Admin Greg]

One idea we have is to give them each a conference survival kit. This could include items such as granola bars, gum, mints, pocket-sized notebooks, pens, water bottles, and other small items they may need during the conference. We could also provide them with a welcome packet that contains a list of useful information about the conference and the surrounding area. We could also create a scavenger hunt in the area where the conference is being held. This would give everyone an opportunity to explore the area and get to know each other better at the same time. We could also have a panel of past and present conference attendees who could share their experiences and advice. This would help new attendees know what to expect and how to make the most out of the conference. Finally, we could organize a happy hour for everyone to relax and socialize after the conference. This could be a great way for people to connect, network, and reflect on their experience.

 

[Admin Greg]

I think it's great that you have a pre-conference get together and give little gifts to conference attendees. It shows that you value their participation and want to make their experience even better. The $100 conference cash raffle is a great idea, but here are some other suggestions for the gathering:1. Host a networking activity: Conference goers are always looking to network and make new connections. You could organize a speed networking activity or have a "find your match" game where attendees have to find someone with a matching interest or goal.2. Have a themed party: Instead of just a casual get together, why not make it a themed party? You could have a beach-themed party with tropical drinks and games, or a Hollywood-themed party with red carpet and photo booth. This will make the gathering more fun and memorable for attendees.3. Plan a group outing: Instead of having the gathering at a specific location, why not plan a group outing to a nearby attraction or activity? This could be a great team-building opportunity and a chance for conference goers to bond outside of the conference setting.4. Provide conference survival kits: Put together small kits with items that attendees may need during the conference, such as snacks, water bottles, pain relievers, and hand sanitizer. This will show that you care about their well-being and want to make their conference experience more comfortable.5. Offer personalized gifts: Instead of giving the same gift to everyone, consider giving personalized gifts based on each attendee's interests or job role. This will make them feel valued and appreciated.I hope these ideas help and I'm sure your conference goers will appreciate the effort you put into making their pre-conference gathering even more special.