Large room to seat 150 to 250 people with no windows or glass doors. Blackout curtains that can be completely closed are acceptable. (see example photos below) "United Nations" style convention meeting with long platform dais in front of room Two small tables or carts with power to hold projectors One "WIRED" broadband internet connection (with no log-in requirements) located near where the AV and sound equipment are setup. Absolute minimum of 10,000 Kbps (10 mbps) upload and 25,000 Kbps (25 mbps) download speeds required (the entire convention floor will be using this Internet connection as well as webcasting requirments). This is in addition to any normal use other hotel guests may be using. Platform dais 12' x 32' with 4 skirted tables Three tables for audio and web-cast/AV presentation equipment One power strip at every table for laptop computers (check with IGRA secretary for number of tables needed) Three power strips for laptop computers, monitors and other equipment at platform dais

Supplyed by Convention Commettee Numbers in (parens) indicates the minimum number of people needed at any given time. It is recommended that for some positions (*) multiple sets of volunteers be available to rotate out shifts. Runners to carry wireless microphones between attendees as each speaks Floor Secretary: (1) This person is responsible for receiving reports, presentations, bylaws and rodeo rules proposals, converting them to html, saving them to the server and moving defeated proposals to a separate storage area. Must have a computer with Microsoft Word and a hard wired network connection Live Editor: (1) This person is responsible for live editing proposals as they are adjusted or fine tuned by the floor during convention session Projection Manager (1) This person is responsible for running the computer that is used to project current topics or documents on to the jumbotron screens. This may also involve running PowerPoint presentations or video Audio Engineer: (1) Responsible for running the audio mixer which feeds the sound system in the convention hall

Microphone Runners: (2*) Runs wireless microphones to individual delegate tables as members are recognized to speak Webcast Director: (1) Operates webcast computer and audio mixer used to stream YouTube coverage of the convention Webcast Camera Operator: (1*) Runs a tripod mounted video camera to get closeups of currently speaking delegates to be included with YouTube streamcurtains musical kander ebb May be supplyed by Hoteltarget seersucker shower curtain Two to four reliable good quality wireless microphones (plus a backup) for delegate speakingsnowman shower curtain bed bath beyond Two wired or wireless microphones on table stands for officers on platform daissnowman shower curtain kohl's

One wired microphone for speaker's podium Sound board with enough channels to run all equipment, including a balanced (or unbalanced) audio OUTPUT to AV person for webcasting and one high level stereo input to sound board from Power Point computer for presentation audioshower curtain peva ikea Amplifier and at least two speakers to ensure good, audible voice quality for speakers and delegates (music will be played with some presentations and during the breaks). juliana curtains duck egg blueHotel in-house sound system may suffice depending on quality and available connectionsthe tortilla curtain genre Technician(s) to man sound board for both days 8am - 6pm Two LCD or DLP projectors, absolute minimum resolution of 720x1280 (or higher) with 3,100 to 5,000 lumens (1)

Two 10' to 12' screens Three flat screen video monitors, for dais and speaker's podium. VGA video distribution amplifier and cables suitable for supplying video from a computer located near sound board to the above equipment, including one feed to the monitor located at source computer (see next section) (1) Computer to source the projection system (2) Wireless private Internet network for convention floor and office computer (2) All equipment needed for webcast (2) Optional (depending on resources) one to four persons (two shifts) with some experience with video production. One to manage webcast computer and one to man a live tripod mounted video camera. (Both jobs are fairly easy but will require dedicated persons who must man their stations throughout their shift) Server for common holding of convention files (2) (1) May be supplied by Frank Harrell, if Convention is within driving distance from Denver. Speak to Frank about acceptable locations

(2) May be supplied by Frank Harrell, if available If projectors are supplied by Frank Harrell, use the following distances from screen to position projector tables More examples of past Convention setupsCentury City, a residential and commercial district in the western Los Angeles County region known as "Los Angeles Westside," is home to the headquarters of entertainment industry businesses, television networks, and movie studios. Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, a Global Hyatt 19-story 726-room Century City luxury hotel, is five minutes from Beverly Hills and the shops on Rodeo Drive, 10 minutes from the clubs and bars on The Sunset Strip, and 15 minutes from Santa Monica, as well as the TCL Chinese Theater and other attractions on Hollywood Boulevard.Voted "Best Gym in America" by Fitness Magazine, Equinox Fitness Club + Spa in the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza is a private club which hotel guests can use for $22 per day. The club, which employs elite-level fitness coaches, has fitness classes and state-of-the-art fitness equipment.

The spa houses more than 20 treatment rooms and offers at least a dozen types of massages.Hyatt Regency Century Plaza is the place to see and be seen — celebrities, presidents, and other dignitaries have stayed here. The hotel welcomes people with alternative lifestyles as guests. There is a restaurant, coffee shop, and bar/lounge. Limousine and town car service is available. A surcharge applies to valet and self-parking.Dogs are welcome guests at the hotel. The cost for a stay of up to six nights is $100. Upon check-in, dogs receive a water bowl, welcome treat, and plush bed. They can use the grassy area in the hotel's backyard or be taken across the street to a dog park. In addition to these amenities, the hotel invites dogs to join the Hyatt Gold Pawsport Program, a frequent guest program.Even if guests do not want to shop, a visit to Rodeo Drive, the most expensive shopping street in the world, is a must.All rooms have furnished balconies, with a view of the swimming pool, Los Angeles skyline, or mountains.

Blackout curtains and premium bedding are standard, as are a minibar, flatscreen TV with cable channels and pay movies, and coffee/tea maker. A refrigerator is available upon request. There is a $10 surcharge for either WiFi or wired high-speed Internet service.Hyatt Regency Century Plaza is the place to stay for visitors who have meetings scheduled with people associated with the entertainment industry. It's also convenient for guests interested in luxury shopping on Rodeo Drive, the nightlife along The Sunset Strip, and the personalities, sights, and sounds on Hollywood Boulevard. Dogs and their owners will love the amenities available for four-legged guests.Guestrooms are small and Equinox Fitness Club + Spa is expensive. The InterContinental in Beverly Hills, nearby and comparably priced, imposes a $12.95 surcharge for Wi-Fi. The InterContinental, which has large rooms, doesn't have fees for using its outdoor swimming pool, spa tub, and 24-hour fitness center with cardiovascular equipment and a steam room.