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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Calling NFBCA Social Butterflies<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The NFB of California 2021 Convention will once again host a virtual hospitality suite. The suite will be provided via Zoom and will be open during specified time periods each day of the convention. I will once again serve as the scheduling coordinator for managing the Zoom room. I am organizing teams to act as hosts during each Hospitality Zoom session. Each host team will consist of 2 members including 1 Zoom Room Host and 1 Greeter. Both hosts and greeters must be knowledgeable about the convention agenda and be aware of the various programs and services provided by NFB as well as the various local divisions, chapters and projects. Helping with the Hospitality Suite can be a lot of fun. It give hosts, greeters, and attendees a chance to meet new people and network. If you think you would enjoy this opportunity, please read the specific descriptions of the qualifications and duties for host and Greeters below. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Zoom Room Hosts<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In addition to the duties listed for greeters, hosts will be expected to be able to perform the following tasks during the Zoom sessions.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpFirst style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>admit attendees to the Hospitality Suite Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Mute and unmute participants as appropriate.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Remove participants from the meeting when necessary.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Open break out rooms.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Assign attendees to break out rooms.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>All hosts must be able to access Zoom via a computer.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>Greeters:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>The role of the greeter is to make sure all attendees feel welcome and comfortable. Both hosts and greeters must be knowledgeable about the convention agenda and be aware of the various programs and services provided by NFB as well as the various local divisions, chapters and projects. Greeters will be expected to do the following.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Welcome each attendee to the Hospitality Suite upon admittance to the Zoom Room.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]> Clearly and concisely answer attendee questions regarding the convention or the NFB California Affiliate Divisions or chapters. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Direct attendees to other NFB leaders to answer questions if the greeter is unable to provide requested information.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Become acquainted with attendees’ interests and connect them with other appropriate resources and information.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Include each attendee in conversation and discussions.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>Each team will be assigned a 2- hour time slot during which they will tend the zoom Room. Last year’s Hospitality Suite was a great success, and I’m looking forward to the opportunity to meet many new friends as well as reconnect with many old ones. If you are interested in serving as a Hospitality Suite Zoom Room Host or Greeter, please contact me at <a href="mailto:adepner1425@gmail.com">adepner1425@gmail.com</a>. Please include the following information in your message.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>• Your first and last name.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>• Your phone number.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>• Your e-mail address.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>• The role you wish to perform: Greeter or Host.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>• Day and time you would like to work.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpLast style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>Here is the full schedule for the Hospitality Suite. I have indicated the need for a greeter, host or both next to each time slot. A few time slots have already been filled, but there is plenty of available times when you can put your social butterfly and/or Zoom skills to great use. <o:p></o:p></p><h2>Thursday, October 21 5:00 PM-8:00 PM- <o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoListBullet style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>Need Greeter<o:p></o:p></p><h2>Friday October 22, 2021<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpFirst style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>8:00 AM-10:00 - (This time slot already has both a host and a Greeter.)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>10:00 AM – 12:00 PM - Need Greeter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpLast style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>12:00 PM – 2:00 PM- Need Host and Greeter<o:p></o:p></p><h2>Saturday, October 23, 2021<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpFirst style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>8:00 AM-10:00 AM (This time slot already has both a Host and a Greeter.)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Need Greeter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpLast style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>12:00 PM-2:00 PM Need Host<o:p></o:p></p><h2>Sunday, October 24, 2021: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM: 8:00 AM-9:00 AM<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpFirst style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>8:00 AM – 9:00 AM – Need Host and Greeter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'>If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call or e-mail me.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpLast style='text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Respectfully,<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Allison Depner <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>NFBCA, SD Chapter President<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>(619) 952-2352<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Adepner1425@gmail.com<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>You Can Live the Life You Want!!<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Blindness is Not What Holds You Back!!<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>