CAST recently hosted its annual Genesis awards event on May 14, 2009. Genesis 19 featured over 200 entries and showcased the creative talents of the Southern Tier's communications professionals. To assist the CAST Board and the Genesis Committee in developing future events of this type, please complete the following survey and submit your responses.

Did you attend Genesis 19?
Yes No

It cost $35 to attend Genesis 19, which included dinner. Do you feel this cost is appropriate?
Yes
No, dinner costs are too high.
No, dinner costs are too low.

It cost $20 to submit a single entry and $40 to submit a campaign entry. Do you feel these costs are appropriate?
Yes
No, entry costs are too high.
No, entry costs are too low.

Genesis 19 offered 31 categories for entries. Do you feel the number and types of categories offered were appropriate?
Yes
No - 31 categories are too many
No - 31 categories are not enough

My suggestions for category deletions and/or additions are:

Genesis 19 entries were judged based on the aggregate score of 3 unbiased judges’ opinions, then placed based on minimum standards to qualify for 1st place, 2nd place, and 3rd place. Do you support this way of judging?
Yes No

If no, how would you propose we do the judging next year?

Genesis 19 was held at Binghamton Regency in downtown Binghamton. Did you enjoy this venue?
Yes No

Would you like to suggest another venue for possible use in the future?

Genesis 19 was held on a Thursday evening. Was this time convenient for you?
Yes No

If no, what day and time would you propose we hold the event next year?

Genesis 19 was held in May, displaying the work from the previous year. Do you think this timing is appropriate?
Yes No

If no, what month would you propose we hold the event next year?

Do you think the Genesis awards should remain an annual event?
Yes No

If no, how often do you think the Genesis awards should occur?

What did you like about Genesis 19?

What recommendations do you have to enhance or improve Genesis 20?

Are you interested in helping with Genesis 20?
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If yes, please fill out the following contact information:
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If you have any additional feeback, please contact the Genesis co-chairs at genesis@castmembers.org.