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Accommodations Committee

Makes contact with prospective hotels and checks they meet the needs of the meeting. Issues: meeting space, sleeping rooms, proximity to possible wet labs, transportation from airport, security, cost

Speakers Committee

Responsible for getting speakers for meetings. They make sure that call for abstracts for papers and posters are sent to members of the branch and the district for the meeting. Works closely with the Program Committee.

Program Committee

Responsible for getting together the programs for the meeting. Works closely with the Registration, Speakers, Sponsors and Vendors Committee.

Audiovisuals Committee

Responsible for obtaining the necessary audiovisual equipment. Operate the equipment and make sure it is in proper working order prior to the meeting. Contact the speakers to verify and coordinate their specific needs.  Works closely with the Speakers and Program Committees.

Sponsor Committee

Responsible for contacting vendors and obtaining sponsorship of breaks and prizes for exhibitors raffle for the meeting. Works closely with the Vendor, Raffle and Program Committees. Ensure sponsors receive recognition in the program,  newsletter, and website for their sponsorship.

Vendor Committee

Responsible for contacting vendors to check for attendance and space needs for product displays. Works closely with the Sponsor and Raffle Committees.

Raffle Committee

Responsible for contacting businesses and vendors to obtain items to be raffled. Moneys from the raffle go into the general account. Works closely with the Vendor and Sponsors Committees. Insure sponsors receive recognition in the program and the newsletter for their sponsorship.  Ensure sponsors receive recognition in the program,  newsletter, and website for their sponsorship.

Registration Committee

Responsible for getting the registration information out to the members of the branch and the district. Works closely with the Program Committee. Insures the registration materials including the finished program are ready for the meeting and that the registration table is properly manned.

Security Committee

Responsible for obtaining persons to insure the maintenance of security for the meeting. Stand outside of meeting rooms checking authorization. Works closely with the Registration Committee.

Poster Awards Committee

Made up of the treasurer and persons who are involved in poster judging. Posters are judged on presentation, focus, clarity and interest.  Awards are presented at the designated forum: luncheon, dinner or cocktail social. Awards are made in cash or check.
 

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