General Conference Survival Guide
Step into the world of General Conference like never before with our ultimate survival guide!
top of page
- Feb 8
Get GCFA's General Conference Travel Package for Visitors
Get ready for an extraordinary experience with our exclusive GCFA General Conference Travel Package, carefully crafted just for you.
- Feb 2
Ultimate Meeting Destination Guide
Embark on a journey towards flawless event planning with our comprehensive guide to selecting the ideal meeting destination Navigating throu
- Jan 9
Guide to Planning Annual Conference
To ensure your annual conference is a resounding success, UMC Support’s Travel and Meeting Planning team is here to guide you through!
- Aug 22, 2023
Unveiling the Success of the Transformative Clergy Wellness Retreat
The Clergy Wellness Retreat 2022 brought together a diverse community, all seeking to recenter their souls.
- Jul 11, 2023
Post-Annual Conference Reflections: 10 Essential Resources to Elevate Your Planning
Now that annual conference season is over, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the successes and challenges you experienced.
- Jun 21, 2023
The Ultimate Post-Event Guide: 5 Proven Follow-Up Techniques
UMC Support’s Certified Meeting Planner drops 5 hot tips on how to host an outstanding meeting.
- Apr 6, 2023
Do You Have to Negotiate Contracts for Your Ministry?
GCFA's Travel & Meeting Planning Department has five proven tips to negotiate your next contract effectively.
- Mar 9, 2023
Large Church Events: 10 Steps to Alleviate Stress & Elevate Success
Our Travel & Meeting Planning Department has created a 10-step checklist that you can begin today!
- Feb 28, 2023
Do You Plan Meetings for Your Ministry? Here's the Top Trends in 2023 Coming Your Way
We’ve identified the 5 top trends that Travel and Meeting Planners throughout the UMC can expect to see in 2023.
- Feb 9, 2023
5 Tips To Follow Up On Meetings
Our certified meeting planner has created a list of best practices to follow up with your attendees.
- Aug 10, 2022
Five Contract Negotiating Tips for Your Next Ministry Event
An excellent contract can leave you legally and financially protected and provide you with many discounts and concessions.
- Jul 15, 2022
Hybrid Event Pre-Event Checklist
If you’re reading this, you’re most likely in the final stages of planning a hybrid event! Stop, take a moment, and celebrate that.
- Jul 14, 2022
Hybrid Event Questionnaire
Producing successful events for both in-person and virtual participants is possible as long as you engage both audiences.
- Jul 7, 2022
Lessons In Meeting Planning
Our meeting planner recently worked on a conference that resulted in a 98% satisfaction rating. Read our case study for tips.
- Jun 9, 2022
Pre-Event Checklist
Defining the objectives and goals of an event is the key to hosting a successful one.
- Jun 9, 2022
Post-Event Checklist
Use this checklist to evaluate your success and to make changes for your next event.
- Jan 20, 2022
Health & Meetings: What to Consider When Planning an Event
Questions you may be asking yourself: Can I safely host an event? Do we – or can we – require vaccinations or negative COVID tests?
- Aug 4, 2021
Zoom Presenter Tips
Here are 12 helpful tips for a successful video conference call.
- May 5, 2021
Virtual Event Planning Checklist
Our certified Travel and Meeting planner and A/V Specialist have developed a checklist to help you build a solid foundation for a your event
bottom of page