1. Research the attendees
   1. Know basic info about attendees
   2. Who they are?
   3. What they bring to the table?
   4. How you can help them?
   5. Google/Social channels
2. Set clear objectives
   1. What is the purpose of the meeting?
3. Set agenda and time allocation for each item
   1. Sub-agenda with key points and milestones
   2. Set time limit for each agenda
4. Understand the expected outcomes
   1. Why this meeting is important?
5. Stay on-top of the news
   1. Watch the news
   2. Scan relevant headlines
   3. Be informed and proactive
6. Confirm the meeting
   1. Date
   2. Time
   3. Location
   4. Attendees
   5. Conference room
7. Send out the agenda prior to the meeting
   1. Provide background information
   2. Send specific instructions
8. Test run your meeting
   1. Try the tool you'll use
   2. Practise with a colleague