If you want to take your club to the next level, an Open House is the perfect solution! An open house is a chance to showcase your club’s best qualities and give potential members an unforgettable experience.
Imagine it as a party with a warm and inviting atmosphere that instantly makes everyone feel like a part of the family. And no party is complete without some delicious refreshments!
To make your Open House even more exciting, plan for a guest speaker, Table Topics, and an evaluation.
You’ll want to leave room for Q&A and socializing before and after the meeting, too.
An Open House can be successful both in-person and online!
So why wait? Submit the date, time, and location to the District Calendar via the Event Request Form, and get this party started!
Planning Tips!
Select Date, Time, Location- Develop Graphic/Flier
- Create a Promotion Plan
- Prepare Agenda and Introductions of all Participants
- Prepare Guest Packets
- Prepare Prizes or Giveaways
- Assign a Photographer
- Decide Decor (club banner, signs, club awards, etc.)
- Provide Name Badges, Sign-In Sheet
- Make a Guest Follow-Up Plan
Useful Tools at Your Service!
- Let the World Know Using Tips from the Public Relations Manual
- Take Advantage of Resources in the Club Marketing Guide
- Create a Positive First Impression Using the Moments of Truth
- Evaluate Your Club Using the Club Quality Checklist
- Create Eye-Catching Graphics
- Utilize Eventbrite (or similar) for Registrations
- Utilize SignupGenius for member assignments, like bringing refreshments
- Utilize the Club Website, MeetUp, and Social Media to promote the open house
Promotional Products!
- Guest Packet
- Why Toastmasters? – An Online Guest Packet
- Membership Application (be sure to complete club information, dues, and fees)
- Welcome Ribbon
- Table Topics Ribbon
- Membership Building Kit
- Benefits of Toastmasters Membership
- Marketing Brochures and Materials