General Demo Information

The information below answers most of the questions people have had and offers a framework for a smooth running demonstration for your group. Almost nothing is "poured in concrete," so if you would like to do something a bit different, let's discuss it.

Technology

I have invested in the technology to give each attendee the "best seat in the house!"

Multiple cameras, with the capability to switch seamlessly among them, and composite screens provide a better view of my demo than I ever experienced at an in-person, demo!
High speed internet and backup systems minimize the the risk of the most common connectivity issues.
All the action is in real time, and questions can be answered as they occur.

Co-Host

I would like someone in your group who is familiar with Zoom to serve as co-host to assist with these tasks. Monitor waiting room. Mute attendees as needed. Assist attendees with Zoom problems. Monitor the chat and relay questions. A second person willing to add notes to the chat adds value for all. Participants may save the chat, and the entire chat conversation can be made available to you after the demo. You may let me know who the co-host will be when you submit the Demo Registration form.

Meeting and Demo Time

If you wish to conduct some club business before or after the demo I will keep the Zoom meeting open for you to do so. I routinely plan to open the meeting 1/2 hour before your members join to check audio &video with your co-host. I also keep the meeting open to insure all questions are answered. If you have additional club business after the demo, just let me know so I may plan accordingly. You may choose timing that suits you when you submit the Demo Registration form.

Recordings

Zoom meetings present privacy and copyright issues to consider and protect, so I request you do not record my demonstrations. Screen shots are OK. I will record the demo and provide access for you. You may specify your choice when you submit the Demo Registration form.

Contingencies.

As Forrest Gump said, "Stuff happens!" I try to be prepared for the most probable contingencies, but technology is complicated. With that said, if the demo is unexpectedly interrupted, and we cannot communicate via the zoom session, please allow some time for me to fix the problem and resume the session or to contact your co-host by phone. Please make sure I know who that is when you submit the Demo Registration form.

Fees

I haven't forgotten how it was when I formed my first AAW chapter in 2008, so I have created a fee structure to enable clubs to offer more robust programming than they might otherwise be able to afford. Fees are due upon demo completion via check or PayPal. I will provide you with a PayPal invoice and include a mailing address for a paper check if that is your preference. Make your choices when you submit the Demo Registration form.

Fee Schedule

(effective for demos contracted after March 1, 2025)

In Person $300 plus expenses.

Remote Interactive Demo (IRD) $200.
- Up to 96 Zoom devices.
- Unlimited attendance at your hybrid meeting venue.

Recording $100.
- Six months unrestricted access to recording for all club members and guests.

Join with another chapter. $100.

Don't hesitate to contact me if you have additional questions.

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