Upcoming Events

July 11-13, 2008

 

Now is the time to start thinking about 2009 and beyond.  If you would like to host a convention, please start scouting your site and gathering information now.  To assist you in getting the necessary information for your convention bid, we have developed this Request for Proposal.   Also, to assist in making your report about the various hotels, download this Hotel Report Form.  

    

See below for more information about hosting a convention.

Past Events

"There is definitely an inexplicable bond that I felt with youse guys and gals." - hub

"The quiet, camaraderie of everyone there.  Connection, love, information, friendship - it was all there and I was glad just to enjoy a small part of it." - Rachel

Want to Host an O.U.C.H. Convention?

If you would like to host an O.U.C.H. Convention in your area, click here and e-mail us your 

• Name 

• E-Mail Address 

• Mailing Address 

• Phone Number 

• A description of your proposed convention site.  

Do you have a host hotel in mind?  Does it have a web site we can look at?  List any web sites for the area (Chamber of Commerce, Visitor sites, etc.)  Also, list any special attractions the area has to offer.

The O.U.C.H. Convention Committee and Board of Directors will review all submissions and decide which proposal will be granted the next convention. 

The decision will be based on the following:

• Accommodations available - Hotels, Meeting Facilities, Restaurants, Attractions, Things to do and see, etc.

• Travel Facilities - Proximity to an International Hub Airport.

• Shuttle service to and from the hotel.

• Vacation Opportunities - What possibilities does the area afford for attendees who would like to make an extended vacation of the trip?

• Previous Convention Locations - We would like give each area of the country the opportunity to host a convention. For that reason we will give top consideration to those locations that have not recently hosted a convention.

What do convention hosts do? 

Convention hosts work with the Convention Committee and the Board of Directors in:

• Locating the host hotel and dealing with the reservation office of that hotel to arrange any special packages or rates for attendees.

• May be asked to visit the hotels and take pictures of the rooms and facilities.

• Making arrangements with the host hotel for meeting and banquet facilities.

• Organizing the agenda.

• Arranging for any special speakers or presentations for technical sessions.

• Setting up and breaking down the convention.

• Anything else that needs to be handled in person.

As you can see volunteering will take a considerable commitment of your time and effort.  If you're up for the challenge, contact the Convention Committee at: convention@ouch-us.org today!