Information Session Task List

8-12 WEEKS BEFORE

• Notify Intergroup or Chapter of plan.
• Acquire day, time, and venue.
• Recruit Speakers and a Moderator.
• Create Information Session Trifold using this template and print.
• Submit a request to post an upcoming FA Information Session on the FA Events Calendar

4 WEEKS BEFORE

• Post to electronic media websites and online calendars. Contact weblinks@foodaddicts.org for a list of free online sites for posting.
• Distribute trifold brochures and flyers to members for posting.
• Place Calendar Announcements in community publications.(long and short version templates available)
• Send Public Service Announcement to local tv/cable stations, radio stations, newspapers, websites, and online calendars.
• Make sure ample literature is available for table.
• Obtain 20 Questions banner from Intergroup of Chapter if available.

1 WEEK BEFORE

• Print sponsor list and phone lists for newcomers.
• Appoint greeters for the meeting.
• Appoint set-up and clean-up committees.
• Appoint time keeper
• Put together event day toolbox including nametags, markers, literature, Individual Interested sign up sheets, meeting format, FAQs, banner, tablecloths, signs, & blank evaluation form.
• Send format and copy of Frequently Asked Questions to moderator and panelists
• Speakers and panelists review format and FAQs

DAY OF THE EVENT

• Set up "20 Questions" banner if available
• Set up literature table.
• Set up table with name tags for members

AFTER THE EVENT

• Assign members to follow-up with interested newcomers and guests.
• Return banners and tablecloths.
• Complete and return evaluation form to Intergroup or Chapter.
• Submit expenses for reimbursement.