Infoming The Delegates

What Information needs to be given to Delegates at this point?

Some details about this conference:

The type, theme, purpose, speakers, planned business and social programmes, dates, location. What else can you think of which delegates want and need to know? (Keep it brief and relevant, though!)

Data on the benefits for delegates:

Why they should attend, how they will enjoy it, what they will gain from coming to the event. Should this be the central focus of your message? Almost certainly yes. Everyone wants to know what is in this for them.

Some facts and figures:

Fees, if appropriate, for delegates and their partners. What will they receive in return? Who is responsible for making travel and accommodation arrangements? Make clear who will be responsible for expenses, especially if the delegate is bringing his or her partner.

Have you overlooked something obvious which delegates need to know about:

Aarrival times, departure times, something which appears relatively minor but which needs to be clarified now? Who is paying for the telephone and drinks bill?