Create the Vote Sit-Down Meeting with CANDIDATE
DAY, DATE, in TOWN
Attendees:
Goals of the Meeting:
- For the candidate to hear stories from the creative community about the impact of arts and culture in the district.
- Impress on the candidate that the State House needs champions of the arts.
- For representatives of the creative community to hear from the candidate about his/her views and positions on arts, culture and creativity.
- To present a passionate and professional face of the creative community.
- To develop a relationship with the candidate, so that if/when s/he becomes the next Mayor s/he will look to Create the Vote to help develop and implement their program. (internal goal)
Agenda
- Agenda Overview, Create the Vote Overview – (7)
- Introductions by attendees – 3-4 minute each to tell narrative on your individual story, the institutions story, focusing on 1-2 key points you want the candidate to take away. (15)
- Time for Candidate to respond (10)
- Question and Answer (20)
Attendees need to prepare:
- Review candidate’s questionnaire
- 3-4 minute intro
- At least one question for Q and A session
- Bring your business card and organizational materials to give to the candidate