2008 Spring—Oral Training for Sophomores
Jo Ho

Incentives to attract participants

  1. location: interesting city with developed tourist attractions or other unique qualities

  2. conception: inspiring write-up for the theme of the conference; enticing invitation letter; well-designed website; charity or other worthy causes

  3. logistics: well-located venue with adequate conference facilities; good and diverse accommodations; leisure tours; recreation programs; parties and dinners; field trips; travel arrangements

  4. cast: star-quality keynote speakers; attractive themes and controversies; good line-up of papers and panels; diversity of participants (professional, academic, industry)

  5. networking: opportunities for establishing contacts, self-promotion or advertising, political alliance-building

  6. professional gain: chance for paper presentation; professional certification; prizes and awards; part-time work opportunities

  7. bonus: early-bird registration discounts; discount rates for graduate students