General Conference Survival Guide
Step into the world of General Conference like never before with our ultimate survival guide!
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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 5, 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 9, 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 14, 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 8, 2022
Pre-Event Checklist
Defining the objectives and goals of an event is the key to hosting a successful one.
Jun 8, 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 3, 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
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