Haven't had a chance to look at the videos yet, but wonderful recap! I empathize with the RANT section and feel your frustration. I wonder if this was across the board for all panels or just the free ones. I know that if people don't pay money for things, they will likely flake. I'm sure I've done that myself. Even if the price is 10 bucks, maybe the folks who sign up will be more likely to show up? Also, were there any issues with transportation and parking? I know that was a factor at a conference I went to years ago where people were late to everything due to mismanagement of parking and transportation.
Thanks for your reply. Parking issue: in my event, we chose our location based on plenty of parking for free and close to downtown. Most of our responses were from local folks, so we thought we were ok. I’ve always hesitated to charge music makers for events because they struggle with finances. So I’m looking for ways to provide these events without charge the people who need it most.
All good points. To be clear, these events weren’t official SX events, which people pay hundreds for access badges. I chose a venue with free street parking that is only 10 min from the convention center to make it convenient for ride share or rental.
My husband suggested a refundable deposit: pay $10 and get it back when you check into the event. Pretty smart!
Haven't had a chance to look at the videos yet, but wonderful recap! I empathize with the RANT section and feel your frustration. I wonder if this was across the board for all panels or just the free ones. I know that if people don't pay money for things, they will likely flake. I'm sure I've done that myself. Even if the price is 10 bucks, maybe the folks who sign up will be more likely to show up? Also, were there any issues with transportation and parking? I know that was a factor at a conference I went to years ago where people were late to everything due to mismanagement of parking and transportation.
Thanks for your reply. Parking issue: in my event, we chose our location based on plenty of parking for free and close to downtown. Most of our responses were from local folks, so we thought we were ok. I’ve always hesitated to charge music makers for events because they struggle with finances. So I’m looking for ways to provide these events without charge the people who need it most.
All good points. To be clear, these events weren’t official SX events, which people pay hundreds for access badges. I chose a venue with free street parking that is only 10 min from the convention center to make it convenient for ride share or rental.
My husband suggested a refundable deposit: pay $10 and get it back when you check into the event. Pretty smart!
Really great information packed here!