Determine target population. Send out six to eight weeks before registration deadline. Make deadline at least three weeks before convention. Do not send bulk rate because some post offices do not deliver bulk mail until they have time. January - Committee meeting.
Members prefer sit down meals to buffets.
Try to offer a meat and poultry choice for Saturday. Select both hot and cold appetizers for the Friday evening reception if you decide to have one. Order a maximum amount so hotel does not keep bringing out more. Find out what they have to offer as far as registration help. Used their helpers in Madison and Milwaukee.