What the alumni office provides:
 

A staff liaison to work with you through all aspects of regional group programming.

Expertise and ideas for running a successful group.

Connections with other regional group leaders and ARA Board members who can assist with programming.

Professional-quality event publicity (mailings, mass emails, online calendar, etc.).

Online registration options, central 800 number, and other ways to collect RSVP's and payments

Facilitation of payments to caterers, venues, and other vendors.

What regional alumni volunteers provide:
 

Time, talents, energy, and enthusiasm.

Knowledge and insight specific to the area.

Hosts at events. See "How to Host an Alumni Event" for more information.

Feedback to the alumni office on event attendance and success.