Overview | Steps to Host a Regional Event | Pre-Event Form | Regional Event Checklist | Post-Event Form 

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​Are you interested in hosting a regional event?
​Following are things to consider as well as the necessary steps for hosting: 

▶​Popular Formats

• Drive-In
• Business after hours
• Virtual meeting

▶​Suggested Agendas

• Roundtable conversations
• Networking

▶​Location

• Your campus
• Another member's campus
• ​Virtual

▶​Length of time

• Any length that works best for your event, location, and attendees

▶​Charging vs not charging

• Does it cost to rent the location?
• Are there food and beverage costs?
• Are you trying to raise regional funds?

▶​Registration

• Set-up your own Zoom link for virtual events
• ACCED-I will set-up your event registration and email registrants with login details

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Steps to Host a Regional Event

1. Reach Out to Your Regional Leader

• Let them know you want to host an event and share your chosen format.
• They'll guide you through the process.

2. Check for Scheduling Conflicts

• Confirm with Amie Garrett Grayson, Director of Membership, to ensure there are no overlaps with ACCED-I scheduled events.*

3. Complete the Regional Pre-Event Form

• Submit the form at least 6 weeks before the event (3 weeks for virtual events).
• Include as many details as possible, along with an event image if applicable.
• Hold off on advertising until you receive approval from Amie Garrett Grayson.

4. Use the Regional Event Checklist

• This simple yet helpful resource will assist you in planning the event.

5. Promote Your Event

• Spread the word to people in your network and region.
• Personally reach out to local schools to boost attendance for in-person events.
• ACCED-I HQ will send one email blast to the region and include your event in Connect. All mass email communications need to go through HQ.

6. Host an Amazing Event

• Capture the moments with photos.
• Include the benefits of ACCED-I membership for nonmembers attendees. 
• Most importantly, have fun!

7. Complete the Post-Event Form

• Provide a short recap, agenda, and attendee list to share all the details.​

Pre-Event Form

Regional Event checklist

Post-Event Form

*We aim to avoid scheduling conflicts with ACCED-I events, so some regional programming dates may need to be adjusted.

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