Program Leadership Handbook

Thank you! Conference leaders do so much for each conference and for Star Island, and we are very grateful for your efforts!

Conference Planning Guide

  1. Month-by-Month Checklist
  2. How to Run a Great Conference
  3. How to Increase Registrations
  4. How to Plan Your Schedule
  5. Island Activities Guide
  6. Meeting Rooms Guide
  7. Tech Guide
  8. Equipment & Supplies Available on the Island
  9. Conferee Job Assignments
  10. Conference Storage
  11. Coming and Going
  12. Food Services
  13. Youth Programming Guide
  14. Selling Items and Services
  15. Directory of Ministers, Speakers, and Workshop Leaders
  16. Insurance Coverage
  17. Island Policies
  18. Island Medical Information

Registration Guide

  1. Registration Checklist
  2. The Position of the Conference Registrar
  3. Registration Policies
  4. Guidelines and Best Practices
  5. Communication with the Island Registrar
  6. Scholarships and Financial Aid
  7. Registration Procedures
  8. Room and Board Policies and Procedures
  9. Accommodations
  10. Conferees with Special Needs
  11. Processing of Deposits and Conference Programming Fees
  12. Reference Topics
  13. Guide to Using Raiser’s Edge

Beloved Community Guidebook for Conference Leaders

PDF Version

  1. Foreword
  2. Intro
  3. Outreach and Marketing
  4. Programming:
  5. Registration and Early Planning
  6. Star Culture and Rituals:
  7. Creating Pathways for Better Communication:
  8. Ongoing Projects

“Who You Gonna Call?”

We realize it can be confusing to know who to contact with your questions. We’re here to help! When in doubt, you can always contact Justina Maji, Conference Center Director (jmaji@starisland.org). Here’s a little key to know “who to call”:

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