1. Determine early-bird and final registration dates
2. Decide on a registration procedure (e.g. online, paper-based – or both )
3. Choose an online registration system
4. Determine the price for the conference
5. Determine which payment options you will accept (e.g. cheque, visa, mastercard)
6. Set up a merchant account for credit card payments
7. Decide on a cancellation policy
8. Create the registration form, including additional items such as:
a. Meals and dietary requirements
b. Accommodation
c. Transportation
d. Sessions and workshops
e. The social program
f. Spousal packages
9. Publish your registration form (online and/or on paper)
10. Determine your onsite registration procedure and hire additional staff if necessary
11. Send confirmation of registration to delegates upon receipt of payment
12. Create conference packages
13. Meet your staff or volunteers onsite and get ready to greet attendees