1. Research and select speakers
2. Sign and collect contracts with all speakers
3. Create and send out a conference information package to all speakers containing
a. Committee point of contact
b. Review of conference goals
c. Audience demographics
d. Presentation handout procedures
e. Hotel and transportation information
f. Finalized agenda
g. Compensation information
4. Arrange for speaker support (one point of contact to have their needs met)
5. Arrange for speaker audio/visual and other requirements
6. Collect speaker biographies for their introduction
7. Arrange for speaker accommodation and transportation and confirm arrival times
8. Arrange for speaker compensation