Conference Packing Checklist

BUSINESS ITEMS

Business cards
Promotional materials (like postcards or media/press kit)
Sample of your work
Small notebook and pens
Folder or bag for business cards and handouts
Portable crafts like knitting
Computer (and charger) with back up flash drive of important info
Printed copy of the schedule, maps etc…

 

PERSONAL ITEMS

Water bottle
Emergency cash and credit card
Camera
Snacks
Mints/gum
Weather appropriate items: umbrella, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc…
Travel itinerary and tickets
A few large and small Ziplock bags

 

Electronics

Phone
Portable battery pack
iPod
Headphones and charger
iPad/tablet and extension cord

 

Medication

Vitamins
Prescription pills
Immune boosters like Wellness Formula or Airborne
Pain reliever
Band-aids
Antibiotic ointment
Benadryl
Other medications

 

Personal care items

Dental care items (disposable toothbrushes for after-meal brushing)
Shampoo/hair care products
Soap
Lotion
Back up glasses/contact lenses
Other personal care items

 

CLOTHING

Shoes: one nice pair of shoes, comfortable shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops
Weather appropriate clothing: a raincoat, bathing suit, etc…
Exercise clothing and accessories: a yoga mat, beach towel etc…
One or two nice outfits for parties and dinner out
Loungewear and pajamas
Clothing that you feel comfortable in, love, is versatile and can easily go from day to night (nice jeans are a must)
Light sweater or jacket
Extra socks and undergarments

 

Accessories

Large scarf that can double as a blanket or cover up
Statement jewelry and accessories
Over-the-shoulder bag