Registration Desk Functions

• Welcome attendees

• Distribute convention material

• Register delegates

• Collect fees and money (if applicable)

• Provide convention information

• Arrange housing

• Sign-ups for seminar programs

• Sign-ups for recreation/sight-seeing tours

• Sign-ups for spouse programs

• Sell tickets to banquet and food functions (if applicable)

• Arrange banquet seating

• Arrange transportation

• Reconfirm return airline reservations

• Act as a message center

• Solicit membership and verify credentials

• Sell association publications

• Sell cassette recordings of sessions

• Provide first aid information

• Give directions

• Other:_____________________

Registration Area

• How large a registration area is needed?

• Is area large enough to accommodate long lines?

• Where will the registration desk be located?

• Can you use this area for the entire conference?

• If not, where is the secondary site?

• Will facility supply sufficient tables and desks?

• Can the setup be dismantled easily if necessary?

• Are phone jacks and phones available if needed?

• Is lighting adequate for typing and writing?

• If not, will facility supplement with additional lamps?

• Is there a place to hang organization's banner, logo or convention sign?

• Will registration desk be operational for entire convention?

• What days/hours will registration desk be open?

• Can someone be reached after closing hours?

• Will sign be posted to that effect?