The same principle applies to those who direct just before lunch. It is best to use a local or family leader just before the noon meal if possible. Be sure to ask all willing leaders to direct. Try to identify any singer who must leave early, or for a two day convention, singers who cannot attend the second day. Call these leaders before they must leave.
Some leaders have special times of the day that they prefer to lead.
Try to honor their preferences. Analyze the gender composition of your leader list. Try to evenly disperse male and female leaders throughout the day. If you are aware of conflicts between singers or families, refrain from calling them consecutively. Do your best to pronounce the names of the leaders clearly and correctly.