Schedule

Pre-Event & Setup (4:30 PM – 6:00 PM)

  • 4:30 PM | Venue Access & A/V Setup
    • A/V Tech: Set up audio, microphones, lights, and test media/presentation slides for Able Island.
    • Stage Manager: Verify stage layout (podium, chairs, water, lighting).
  • 5:00 PM | Staff & Speaker Arrival
    • Hospitality Lead: Open Green Room; ensure water, tea, and snacks are ready.
    • Head Coach & Coaches: Meet speakers backstage, provide encouragement, and review timing.
  • 5:20 PM | Sound Checks & Dry Run
    • A/V Tech: Perform individual mic checks with all 6 Speakers, the MC, and the Able Island representative.
    • Stage Manager: Walk through stage entrance and exit routes with speakers.
  • 5:45 PM | Team Prayer & Briefing
    • All Roles: Gather backstage for a short briefing, schedule check, and group prayer led by the Head Coach or MC.

Doors Open & Guest Arrival (6:00 PM – 6:30 PM)

  • 6:00 PM | Doors Open
    • Greeters: Welcome guests at entrance doors and distribute programs.
    • Registration Desk: Check in attendees, provide Able Island informational flyers, and handle walk-ins.
    • Ushers / Safety Lead: Assist guests with seating and aisle flow.
    • Promoter: Capture arrival photos/videos for social media coverage.
  • 6:15 PM | Backstage Preparation
    • MC & Able Island Rep: Review opening remarks and transition cues.
    • Coach 1 & Speaker 1: Head to the “on deck” backstage area.
    • Stage Manager: Confirm mic assignments for MC, Able Island Rep, and Speaker 1.

Main Event & Testimonial Session (6:30 PM – 7:30 PM)

  • 6:30 PM | Opening & Welcome (5 min)
    • MC: Stage welcome, opening prayer, and introduction of the event’s vision and host organization.
    • A/V Tech: Adjust house lights down and stage lights up.
  • 6:35 PM | Able Island Non-Profit Presentation (5 min)
    • Able Island Representative: Share the mission, impact, and current initiatives of Able Island Non-Profit, inviting the audience to connect with the cause.
    • Promoter / A/V Tech: Cue supporting promotional slides or digital graphics on display screens.
  • 6:40 PM | MC Transition & Intro (1 min)
    • MC: Thank Able Island and introduce Speaker 1.
  • 6:41 PM | Speaker 1 (5 min speech)
    • Speaker 1: Deliver 5-minute testimony.
    • Coach 1: Monitor time from front/side row.
    • Coach 2 & Speaker 2: Move to backstage “on deck” station.
  • 6:46 PM | MC Transition (1 min)
    • MC: Brief reflection and introduction of Speaker 2.
  • 6:47 PM | Speaker 2 (5 min speech)
    • Speaker 2: Deliver 5-minute testimony.
    • Coach 3 & Speaker 3: Move to backstage “on deck” station.
  • 6:52 PM | MC Transition (1 min)
    • MC: Brief reflection and introduction of Speaker 3.
  • 6:53 PM | Speaker 3 (5 min speech)
    • Speaker 3: Deliver 5-minute testimony.
    • Coach 4 & Speaker 4: Move to backstage “on deck” station.
  • 6:58 PM | MC Transition (1 min)
    • MC: Brief reflection and introduction of Speaker 4.
  • 6:59 PM | Speaker 4 (5 min speech)
    • Speaker 4: Deliver 5-minute testimony.
    • Coach 5 & Speaker 5: Move to backstage “on deck” station.
  • 7:04 PM | MC Transition (1 min)
    • MC: Brief reflection and introduction of Speaker 5.
  • 7:05 PM | Speaker 5 (5 min speech)
    • Speaker 5: Deliver 5-minute testimony.
    • Coach 6 & Speaker 6: Move to backstage “on deck” station.
  • 7:10 PM | MC Transition (1 min)
    • MC: Brief reflection and introduction of Speaker 6.
  • 7:11 PM | Speaker 6 (5 min speech)
    • Speaker 6: Deliver 5-minute testimony.
  • 7:16 PM | Closing Remarks, Able Island Call to Action & Prayer (10 min)
    • MC: Wrap-up message, final call to action supporting Able Island Non-Profit, invitation to prayer/fellowship, and closing prayer.
    • Photographer: Capture full-stage group shots of speakers and Able Island team.

Post-Event Reception & Wrap-Up (7:26 PM – 8:30 PM)

  • 7:26 PM | Reception & Fellowship
    • Able Island Reps: Staff an information/donation table in the reception area.
    • Prayer Team: Stationed around the room for guests requesting personal prayer.
    • Refreshments Lead: Serve refreshments and light snacks.
    • Speakers & Coaches: Mingle with audience members.
    • Greeters / Ushers: Direct traffic to the reception and information areas.
  • 8:00 PM | Venue Cleanup & Tear-Down
    • A/V Tech: Pack down sound equipment, microphones, and media displays.
    • Hospitality Lead: Clean up Green Room and refreshment station.
    • Stage Manager & Team: General venue cleanup and stage reset.