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Could our first official event be a kickoff/social/networking/party type of event?
In our first planning meeting for SMCDSM, the group that was there discussed having the first official event take place late in January. Due to scheduling, the holidays, and the new year, it doesn't necessarily look like we're going to have a true event ready to make that date.
However, what if we made our first event a kickoff or launch party for the chapter? Rather than trying to nail down the programming, could we instead use the first event as a networking gathering with a brief intro to SMCDSM and what purpose the club will serve?
There are still some details that would have to be ironed out, but this could take a little pressure off and allow us to get SMCDSM out into the open for everyone else.
Share your thoughts below.
However, what if we made our first event a kickoff or launch party for the chapter? Rather than trying to nail down the programming, could we instead use the first event as a networking gathering with a brief intro to SMCDSM and what purpose the club will serve?
There are still some details that would have to be ironed out, but this could take a little pressure off and allow us to get SMCDSM out into the open for everyone else.
Share your thoughts below.
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Permalink Reply by Claire Celsi on -
Sounds great. My company, The Public Relations Project, will be a sponsor. I think the open space at 1316 Locust or the Des Moines social club would be great venues. Maybe the west end salvage place?
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Permalink Reply by Katie Ketelsen on -
Mike...I like this idea. Sounds like some fun!
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Permalink Reply by Ben Stone on -
I'm in - let me know what needs to get done. I'm in event planning mode right now so strike while the iron is hot.
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Permalink Reply by Mike Templeton on -
We definitely need to set a date and time. Also, decisions need to be made about whether there will be food/drink, or if people are on their own.
What are your thoughts? What will people expect for something like this?
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Permalink Reply by Mike Templeton on
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Any of those places could work well. I really like the West End Architectural Salvage space. If it was there, would we need to reserve something? Or do we just congregate there?
Would be great to have your company as a sponsor.
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Permalink Reply by Ben Stone on
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Since we don't really have a budget (yet?) I say we set up the date/time/place and then set up an Event using the Ning platform and push out the message with a link to the event page. People will be cool paying for their own food/drink since they haven't paid anything to join. Provide a location that will have a cash bar/food/coffee and the venue will be happy to have us. I would be interested in looking into West End Architectural Salvage & Coffee Shop too.
I also think that we will be spinning our wheels if we try to vote on a time/date if the invite is going to everyone. Just pick a logical day/time when most folks are likely to make it and have it out at least 3 weeks to allow people to save the date. Weeknights seem more accessible for this type of group as most weekends are spoken for by family stuff. Mondays and Fridays are usually bad so make it a Tue/Wed/Thr evening at 6:30 or 7 to let people eat at home and then come out and mingle.
Just my thoughts for what it's worth.
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Permalink Reply by Mike Templeton on
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Exactly the kind of thoughts I was looking for. If someone can greenlight a venue to host it at, I can look through the calendar and pick a date.
I like the idea of it being later in the evening, and pushing it out through our event platform here makes sense to me. Once it is set up, then we can send a message to all 90 registered members on the community here, plus push it out via our own networks and channels.
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Permalink Reply by John Burnley on -
Mike,
Good idea. With things in flux, a less formal venue should work quite well. Let me know how I can help!
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Permalink Reply by Derek Whittington on -
I'm in, give me some advance notice so I can work my schedule and get up there! If you want a door prize... I am sure I could throw in a bottle of wine.
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Permalink Reply by Gwen Barker on -
Hello, I know I'm new to the area (hi!) but I was planning on going to West End Salvage on Monday or Tuesday. Would you like me to inquire after we chat or make a wish list and I could bring it up when I am there?
G
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Permalink Reply by Katie Ketelsen on
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ooohhh DW! door prizes are cool if that's the general census. I can provide can provide 2 from different businesses...if it's deemed kosher
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Permalink Reply by Claire Celsi on
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Mike, could be put together a little committee to work on this? Perhaps Ben Stone and I can spearhead. Any volunteers?
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