8:00 - 9:40 a.m.

(100 minutes)

20 Things A Rodeo Director Should Know & Organizing an Effective Rodeo Planning Committee:  Being a rodeo director (or an assistant, for that matter) is a massive undertaking.  Learn how to recruit and develop a core rodeo planning committee to help keep all of the rodeo balls in the air from our experts.

Royalty Prep School (Part 1) - The “Job” Interview:  The interview is often a deal breaker in the IGRA Royalty Competition - worth twice as much as other categories.  Here you will learn how to be successful in preparing for the most valuable part of the IGRA Royalty Competition.

9:40-10:00

(20 minutes)

Break

Break

10:00 - 11:40 a.m.

(100 minutes)

Rodeo Event Planning:  In this session, you will learn about the details to plan a successful rodeo event - from the required equipment, to arena details, volunteers, and a running order that works for all.

Royalty Prep School (Part 2) - Your Public Exposure:  The western wear, entertainment/horsemanship, and public presentation parts of the IGRA Royalty Competition are open to the public.  Here you will learn how to expose yourself in the best possible way.

Being A Good Guest:  One of the keys to a royalty member’s larger success is knowing how to be a good guest - both at in-town and out-of-town events.  Learn tips from the pros.

11:40 - 1:00 p.m.

(80 minutes)

Lunch

Lunch

1:00 - 2:40 p.m.

(100 minutes)

Officials + Announcers + Registration:   Having the right officials, the right announcer, and running a smooth registration is the combination you need for a successful rodeo event.   In this session, the experts weigh in and teach you how to be effective in each area.

Hosting A Successful Event/Fundraiser and Royalty  Contest:  Learn how to prepare (branding, volunteers, talent, and goal-setting), execute (event details), and wrap-up a successful event or royalty contest.

2:40 - 3:00 p.m.

(20 minutes)

Break

Break

3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

(60 minutes)

Keeping Contestants and Volunteers Happy:  Being a good host to rodeo contestants and volunteers creates sustainability for your event.   How to mentor and show your appreciation for all is the focus of this session.

Day/Time

Room 1

Room 2

9:00 - 9:45 a.m.

(45 minutes)

Serving on a Charitable Board & 501(c)3 Status:  In this session, learn how to effectively serve on a charitable board.  You will also learn about 501(c)3 status - nonprofit status granted by the IRS.  What does 501(c)3 mean, how do you get it, and how do you keep it?

9:45 - 10:00 a.m.

Break

10:00-11:00 a.m.

(60 minutes)

Working With Your Local Convention Bureau:  Learn from this talented Las Vegas insider how to garner the support of your local bureau or chamber organization.

11:00-12:15 p.m.

(75 minutes)

Lunch

12:15 - 1:45 p.m.

(90 minutes)

The “Non-Cow” Side of Gay Rodeo:  Spectators, vendors, and sponsors are also essential components for success.   Creating a positive, value-added experience for all keeps everyone coming back for more. In this session, our experts weigh in and answer your questions.

1:45 - 2:00 p.m.

(15 minutes)

Break

2:00 - 3:30  p.m.

(90 minutes)

The Road to 2025, Fifty Years of Gay Rodeo: The brand of IGRA is steeped in tradition and maintaining its respected role with the LGBTQ+ community is the charge of its leaders and members.   During this capstone session, claim your place as a leader while defining your contribution to IGRA’s legacy.