Caller Selection in Importers
Selection
Callers are chosen by vote of the membership, and they're contracted
by the Assignment Secretary about 1-1/2 to 2 years in advance.
Compensation
Callers are contracted for a total fee for the weekend, plus the
Importers pay all expenses, which include transportation, housing, and meals.
Callers seem to like this arrangement because they know in advance that
they'll return with a profit.