Events & Registration
- Behind the Scenes - Devo Olive Oil Co., Feb 9
- B-to-B Connects, Feb 15
- Quarterly Law Update, Feb 23
- Business After Hours - Hard Rock Cafe, Feb 23
- Business After Hours - South Atlantic Bank & Magnolia's at 26th, Mar 8
- Behind the Scenes - Barefoot Princess Riverboat, Mar 22
Grand Strander Express
Weekly e-newsletter of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Feb. 6, 2012
4th Annual Shuckin' on the Strand Oyster Roast
Presented by FSA-Full Steam Ahead Inc.
1-6 p.m.
@ Hot Fish Club, Murrells Inlet
Enjoy all-you-can-eat oysters, barbecue from Prosser's Bar-B-Que, live music by The Necessary Band and beverages. Tickets are $25 and will sell out quickly! Event is from 1-6 p.m. with food served from 1-4 p.m.
Resources for an entrepreneur
There is a lot of information needed to start up your own business. And what you might not know is there is lot of places that you can find a lot of the information needed. The difficult part is sifting through all the data in our information packed world. The article ''Where Would an Entrepreneur Find Helpful Information to Plan a New Business'' written by Susan Baroncini-Moe from Demand Media, gives helpful hints on the best resources to find all the information needed. If you liked this article, check out these other Small Business Buzz articles.
Women's Leadership Conference and Celebration of Inspiring Women
''Speak UP! Give Voice to the Vision''
March 19 & 20, 2012
Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel
The Women's Leadership Conference educates, motivates and challenges women to become change-makers in their own lives, their communities and the world. The much anticipated 2012 program builds upon a highly successful inaugural event with a roster of notable speakers from the fields of entrepreneurship, business, media, politics and more. Here are just a few of the inspiring speakers - visit the Speakers Page for the latest lineup. Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is a proud sponsor of the Women's Leadership Conference.
- Vernice ''FlyGirl'' Armour - First African-American female combat pilot
- Molly Barker - Four-time Hawaii Ironman triathlete
- Theresa Earnheart - Motorsports isn't just a Good Ol' Boys Club anymore!
- Roxana Saberi - Freelance journalist and author. Former political prisoner.
- Tori Murden McClure - First woman to row solo and unassisted across the Atlantic Ocean
- Sharon Milligan - managing director/director of Financial Advocacy for Wells Fargo Advisors
- Inez Tenenbaum - chairwoman of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
At the conclusion of the conference, Women in Philanthropy and Leadership for Coastal Carolina University hosts its annual Celebration of Inspiring Women which honors individuals for their outstanding contributions to our state, region, nation and world.
Conference Fees - Conference registration includes access to plenary sessions, concurrent sessions, exhibit areas, book-signings, lunch and breaks both days; networking reception Monday evening; continental breakfast Tuesday morning.
- Early Bird registration conference only (register by Feb. 20): $220
- Individual registration conference only (after Feb. 20): $249
- Group registration (five or more) conference only: $220 per person
- Individual registration Celebration of Inspiring Women only (March 20, 2012,
6:30 p.m.) cocktail reception, seated dinner and awards program: $125
Call for exhibitors: 2012 Grand Strand TechEXPO
Grand Strand TechEXPO, March 21, 2012, Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel. Free event. Exhibits open to the public from 12-6 p.m. Sponsored by Grand Strand Technology Council. Exhibit booths range from $180 to $275. Check out their website for info or contact John Sanders, Grand Strand Technology Council chairman, at (843) 491-6060. MBACC is pleased to participate as a co-sponsor for this third annual event. Exhibitors include such organizations as Mercom, MetGlas, HTC, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, Forego Systems, TE Connectivity, Kennedy Services, Brainchild, Coastal Carolina University, Blast Off Games, RF Communications Design, CreateSouth, ForegoSystems, Horry County Schools, Carolina Cool, Horry-Georgetown Technical College, Carolina Solar Security, Carolina DataComm, ITT Technical Institute, Premiere Sound Satellite & Security, Web Data Software, Wetstone Software, Horry County Government, Trade Show Express, HUB International and others.
On the Web
- GrandStrandGoodNews.com
- Facebook.com
- Twitter.com
- YouTube
Chamber Events |
- North Strand Council
Feb. 7 ~ 8:30-9:30 a.m.
@ Barefoot Resort & Golf
Dye Clubhouse, 2600 Pete Dye Dr., North Myrtle Beach
John Bullard, director of North Myrtle Beach Department of Parks & Recreation, will be the guest presenter at the February North Strand Council meeting. Bullard will provide an update on the plans for a new sports tourism facility. Please plan on joining the North Strand Council for coffee and networking. Feel free to invite anyone who may be interested in the presentation.
- Behind the Scenes
Devo Olive Oil Co.
Feb. 9 ~ 4:30-6 p.m.
Free. Every day is a delicious day at Devo Olive Oil Co.! Come and sample their gourmet emporium of 60+ varieties of the freshest, cold pressed EVOO (extra virgin olive oil) from across the globe and balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy. They also offer 17 flavors of delicious handmade pastas, plus several exotic sea salts and seasonings.
- B-to-B Connects
Feb. 15 ~ 8-9:30 a.m.
@ MBACC Boardroom
Free. B-to-B Connects is a new networking event designed for those whose business success depends on word-of-mouth referrals and marketing. Participants will be given 2 to 3 minutes to present their business to members. This networking event is limited to a small number of attendees for a more intimate networking experience. Coffee, donuts, networking and contacts ... what else could you ask for? Bring plenty of business cards and brochures to promote your product!
- Business After Hours
Hard Rock Cafe
Feb. 23 ~ 4:15-7 p.m.
Free. Business After Hours rocks on at the Hard Rock Cafe. This rock 'n' roll pyramid is the perfect place to meet new chamber members, sample tasty hors d'oeuvres and enjoy refreshing spirits. Bring lots of business cards for networking.
- Business After Hours
South Atlantic Bank & Magnolia's at 26th
March 8 ~ 5:30-7:30 p.m.
South Atlantic Bank in Myrtle Beach (630 29th Ave. N.) will open its doors to MBACC members for a March Business After Hours. The bank's beautiful headquarters is located on the corner of Grissom Parkway and 29th Avenue North. Join the people you know and trust for spirits, delicious hors d'oeuvres served by Magnolia's at 26th, networking and special South Atlantic Bank door prizes.
- Behind the Scenes
Barefoot Princess Riverboat
March 22 ~ 5:30-8 p.m.
Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway aboard the Barefoot Princess Riverboat. Listen to a guided tour as you enjoy snacks and beverages while relaxing or dancing into the sunset. Please dress comfortably; high-heeled shoes are not recommended. Once the boat leaves the dock, it will not return until 8 p.m. Boarding begins at 5:30 p.m.
Education Programs |
- Organizational Leadership ... Discover the Path to Your Vision
Three-month program (Feb. 8-April 25, 2012) meets twice a month from 8-11:30 a.m.
@ HGTC Grand Strand Campus
Targets current leaders who seek to strengthen their knowledge and skills to be more effective in their leadership roles as well as enhancing their current organization. Cost: $299.
- Sales & Service = Success
Part One, Relationship Based Selling
Feb. 15 ~ 9-11:30 a.m.
@ HGTC Grand Strand Campus
Learn ways to improve your listening skills and discover the basics of relationship based selling. Cost: $39 per class or sign up for all three for only $99 - Feb. 22 - Part Two, Stages of Selling (The Selling Process) and Feb. 29 - Part Three, Value and Service-Based Selling (Strategic Selling).
- Chamber Access - Member Orientation
Feb. 28 ~ 3 p.m.
@ MBACC Boardroom
Free member benefit update for new members, new employees at member businesses and longstanding members. Learn how to put the chamber to work for you.
Marketing Strategies |
- Leisure Group Travel - April 2012 Travel South
Circulation: 20,000 group travel buyers.
Ad Size: 1/4 page, 4 color
Cost: $1,145
Space/Material Deadline: Feb. 15
- AAA Home & Away Magazine and AAA Journeys
Home & Away Magazine circulation-1.2 million households (and more than 3 million readers)
every month. AAA Journeys circulation-674,000 AAA members.
Ad Size: 1/4 page, 4 color, plus 40,000 emails to AAA members
Cost: $4,890
Space Deadline: Feb. 21
Material Deadline: Feb. 28
- Myrtle Beach Marketplace in US Airways Magazine (May 2012)
Ad Size/Cost: 1/4 Page, 4-Color: $1,475; 1/6 Page, 4-Color: $985
Space Deadline: March 10
Material Deadline: March 15
- FamilyTravelFiles.com
Reaching family vacation planners online 24/7/365
Cost: 3-month listing $600 per year; 6-month listing $800 per year;
12-month listing $1,200 per year (includes dedicated feature article with images and links); 12-month enhanced $2,000 per year (includes article/images/links and 160 x 600 banner ad).
Contact: Lynne Boykin, The Brandon Agency, (843) 916-2000