Membership Dexter Bambery The Club Programme and why is it important ?

Programme Overview 1.A varied and informative programme for regular and special club meetings is the key to a vital and growing club. 2.The role of club programme coordinator is pivotal to the success of the club. 3.The role combines coordination of social, meeting, speakers and special events

Programme Committee Requirements 1. Lateral thinking and imagination: when sourcing speakers, planning meetings, social events, special events, project ideas. 2. Flexibility 3. Sense of humour 4. Preparedness for the unexpected

Programme Committee 5. Vision and courage, 6. Forward planning –picking up ideas –hatching them for the future 7. Communication –Keeping everyone informed –Whetting their appetites –Notifying of changes 8. Determination –For the best programme ever

Programme Planning: Start now but don’t be restricted Allow for last minute events Check with President Elect Brainstorm – with everyone Special dates Rotary and non Rotary Innovation and change Enthusiasm Meetings not to be missed

Programme Surprises: Add-ons and embellishments Music Mystery speaker e.g. someone special clues dropped previously Build-up expectation Mystery outing

Programme Ideas: Shared responsibility Rotary Calendar Other events Newspaper, Radio, Television Club members (old and new) Network with other clubs Listen, listen, listen

Programme Nailing the Speaker Interesting invitation Preparation time ? 6 weeks Give 2 dates Tune into speakers attitude Speaker must be the main event Look after them

Programme The Key to Membership Growth: A window on Rotary Invite guests Choose potential Rotarians to speak Publicity Design programme around who you want to join your club