Table Host Waitlist Form

For the Convention’s main meal functions, Conventioneers sit with the same
group of 10 people at assigned tables. Table Hosts are a big part of making a
Barbie® Convention fun for everyone. He or she makes people feel welcome
at their table, introduces attendees to each other, encourages fun Barbie®
conversation at the table and tries to enhance the Convention experience for
each person at their table. Their thoughtfulness, friendliness and sense of fun
contribute to making the Convention fondly remembered by attendees. We are
looking for outgoing Conventioneers who are willing to serve as Table Hosts.
There is one Host per table throughout the Convention. Although not required,
many Table Hosts and table guests enjoy bringing small gifts to give to their
fellow table friends. Gifts for table members are strictly at your discretion; please
do not let this affect your decision to become a Table Host. We want to ensure a
seamless experience for you and your guests!
Once selected, Table Hosts notify the Table Host Chairs in advance of
the Convention who will sit at their table. This presents the opportunity for
tablemates to get to know each other in advance or to arrange for groups of
friends to sit together.
Requirements For Table Hosts
• All Table Hosts are required to arrive early at every meal function before other
Conventioneers arrive; collect, place, distribute, return and/or exchange
Convention Gifts as directed, and assist with centerpieces and other setup
duties if needed.
• Listen carefully to instructions given during early entry to each event.
• Attend the mandatory Table Host meeting TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025, from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.
Host must also ensure that all of their assigned Conventioneers are in
attendance at each function where 2025 NBDCC and/or Mattel convention
gifts are given in order to be eligible to receive those gifts. If a Conventioneer
(or Conventioneers) is not present to receive their gift(s), or if there are any
extra gifts that were inadvertently received, the gift(s) must be returned to the
Table Host Chair immediately following the function.

Additionally, only the assigned Table Host will be authorized to pick up and/
or exchange convention gifts for table guests. Please refer to the schedule for
the return or exchange location and allow time after the conclusion of each
event where gifts are given to assist your guests.
• Ability to bend and reach under the table and carry up to 20 pounds
unassisted.