The week of RootsTech has finally arrived! I have spent many, many hours over the last few months preparing for this awesome event.
As an attendee I have:
- downloaded the RootsTech app
- marked the classes I am interested in attending (too many to fit the schedule)
- highlighted the Expo Hall booths I want to visit, including notes on specific things I want to ask or do at those booths
- planned some networking and/or social activities outside of the basic RootsTech offerings
As a speaker I have:
- coordinated with my fellow panel speakers
- prepared my portion of the syllabus
- prepared my portion of the presentation slides
- practiced my presentation
- been fickle about just which outfit to wear
As an exhibitor I have:
- designed several elements for our new product features
- beta tested all the new features we are rolling out
- designed and printed flyers for both our products
- designed a new line of logo t-shirts, tote bags and other merchandise to go with our products
- ordered sample merchandise to display at our booth
- prepared additional posters and infographics for our display
I think I’m finally ready. I hope I am finally ready. I am ready to be ready already! Now on to the week of amazing genealogy-overwhelm! If you will be attending RootsTech, I’d enjoy meeting you in person. Come see me at booth #1743 and learn about Little Family Tree and GenQuizitive. I also invite you to attend our class “Kid Genealogists: Inspiring the Next Generation” (RT 8918) on Saturday, Feb. 11, at 3 pm in room 250D.
Amberly
March 2, 2017 — 5:47 pm
Hi Melissa! I’ve been meaning to pop over ever since RootsTech to tell you how much I enjoyed the great ideas you shared in your class. My little 4 year old loves your app, especially on Sundays when it is the only tech he is allowed to play with. 🙂
Melissa Finlay
March 2, 2017 — 6:20 pm
Amberly, thank you! I love to hear that your 4 year old enjoys the app. We had a wonderful time teaching the class, so I am glad it was helpful to those who attended. I am glad to see you joined our Facebook group as well.