Conventions Why Should We Have a Good Convention ?

How Do We Entice Lions to Attend ?

Why have good conventions?

Good governance – conduct the business of the

association

Models for our zones and clubs

Why have good conventions?

Poll

Why have good conventions?

Networking

Learn from others

Build partnerships

Fellowship

How do we entice Lions to attend?

Communication with our Lions

Non Attending Lions stated:

“Other” reasons for not attending

Other Commitments

Family Commitments

Cost

No interest

COSTNon- Attending Attending

COSTNon- Attending Attending

Demographics:Non-Attending Attending

MOTIVATIONNon-Attending Attending

• Youth-related topics such as Lions quest

• Information about other programs Lions use

and sponsor

• Hands-on Lions service projects

• Public Relations

“Other motivating topics suggested by

those not attending:

COMPETING DEMANDSNon-attending Attending

Convention Suggestions

PR3%

Business Sessions

3%

Hands-on Activities

2%

Membership2%Recognition

2%

Advance Promotions

5%Fun5%

Fundraising5%

No change5%

Communication with VIPs / Networking

7%

Technology Training

7%

Leadership training

10%

Service programs

12%

Motivational /

testimonial15%

Non-Lions Speakers

17%

Conventions – how to entice?

Proactive analysis of the customers’ desires

Topics

Costs

Timing

Promotion of event

Communication benefits