Startup Grind Checklist to help chapter directors hold successful events.

1. ___ PRE EVENT _________________________________________________
 research interviewee & send question list a. Introduction: Focus in David as
a person/entrepreneur/architect + Motivational question (more sentimental
to get the audience in the mood). b. History of Archdaily (how it started,
etc) c. International Scaling/International reactions d. Education: How it
works as a Tool for other Architects + Help young architects position as
leaders, etc. e. opportunities/Future, inspirational message.
 send email with hotel reco, parking, day of logistics, invite for drinks
 Promote Event 10 days before
(https://basecamp.com/1807504/projects/3660434-everything-you-
need/messages/16784101-blogging)
 Message Meetup attendees reminding them to RSVP
 get speaker gift
___ DAY OF _________________________________________________
 Bring water, napkins, forks, knives, nametags, shirts, square reader, change,
iPad,
 Have a way to collect emails. Via iPad or fish bowl
https://basecamp.com/1807504/projects/3660434/messages/14989155
 iPod for Square account & cash change
 iPad for Eventbrite checkin
 post signage directing people
 whiteboard for I need help with / I can help with
 whiteboard with twitter handles @startupgrind @speaker @host
 Ensure venue has good AV (lapel mics) recording capabilities
 Meet the Speaker at the Door (or parking lot)
 Open with clapping standing ovation
 Take notes during the interview
 Audience Q&A - no pitches
 give speaker gift

2.  Thank helpers, sponsors, friends, etc.
 Open up networking - ask people to intro themselves and how they can
help or intro them
 Escort The Speaker To The Car & ask how can I help?
___ POST EVENT __________________________________________
 Recap event shortly after
(https://basecamp.com/1807504/projects/3660434-everything-you-
need/messages/16784101-blogging)
 thank people - Paul, Gabbi, Christi, speaker, Nick, Rick, Jesse, Theresa, Josh,
Patrick, Brian
 Post video
 Post Flickr
 Email results document to promoters, helpers, etc. (example here)
http://www.slideshare.net/DavidSmith225/startup-grind-lansing-january-
recap