League of American Orchestras Awards 2024
The Houston Symphony League was honored with two awards at the LAO Conference
CONGRATS TO BETTY TUTOR AND FRAN FAWCETT PETERSON FOR THEIR LAO PROJECT!
Congratulations to League members Betty Tutor and Fran Fawcett Peterson for their Gold Award of Excellence-winning presentation, “Re-Imagining Auctions,” at the League of American Orchestras Conference!
In this presentation, Betty and Fran discussed the success of the Houston Symphony Ball Auction and the auction parties. Their creative and unique approach to the Ball Auction was received with enthusiasm by both the presentation attendees and LAO, who included the following positive comments: Well Produced, Great Q and A, Great Content, Loved Luncheon Process, Can Use Approach on Smaller Scale, Took Away Ideas, Clever. Please join us in congratulating Betty and Fran!
CONGRATS ALSO GO TO DEB HAPP AND LESLIE NOSSAMAN FOR THEIR LAO PROJECT!
Kudos to League members Deb Happ and Leslie Nossaman for their Gold Award of Excellence-winning presentation, “Growing Membership 2022-2023: Focus on What Works” at the League of American Orchestras Conference!
Volunteer organizations from all over the country have reported difficulty with maintaining and growing their membership, and this project provided factual and measurable ways to achieve success. This project was year three of a five-year plan, which was built upon researching HSL membership history and initiating new strategies to target potential members. Attendees appreciated the fact-based strategic plan, which showed how the Houston Symphony League bucked the trend, increased membership by 32% over the previous year, and achieved a 94% renewal rate!
Thanks, Deb and Leslie, for showcasing our Membership Success!
