Grand Strander ExpressThe Official News Fax of
the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Aug 2, 2010
Countdown begins ... CVB package deadline Aug. 13
With two weeks remaining, there is still time to advantage of the 2011 CVB advertising packages. With six levels of participation, there is a price to fit your budget. The 2011 CVB Visitors Guide and VisitMyrtleBeach.com Web site will deliver your message to potential visitors around the world. Put the power of our extensive marketing campaign to work for you. Ad sales close Aug. 13. Learn More
Step into the spotlight
Make 2010 a year to remember - enter the 2010 Business Awards.
Your chamber is currently seeking nominations for Citizen of the Year, Ashby Ward Pioneer of Year, Hospitality Employee of the Year, Young Professional of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Community Service, Business Innovation, Operating Green, Small Business of the Year. Nominate a business associate or yourself for these awards. Nomination forms are due by Aug. 25. The annual membership meeting will take place Oct. 7.
Hospitality Classic golf tournament - proceeds benefit education
19th annual Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association's Time Warner Cable Hospitality Classic Presented by HBO golf tournament takes place Aug. 12 at Myrtle Beach National Golf Club, West Course. Register your team today. Sponsorships available by contacting MBAHA at 916-7313.
Save the date!
National I-73/74 Corridor Association Fall Road Rally, Sept. 30-Oct. 1 at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. For details, e-mail Kathy Richardson, MBACC executive assistant to CEO.
The Ride Home
Every September, the chapters of Rolling Thunder host a special weekend to honor all former prisoners of war and to remember those still missing in action. This weekend is called The Ride Home. Rolling Thunder South Carolina Chapter 3 is attempting to raise $2,500 to cover all expenses for four local ex-POW veterans and their guests to attend The Ride Home in Andersonville, Ga., at the National POW Museum. If you would like to help RTSC 3 achieve their goal, please send a donation to RTSC3 Ride Home, PO Box 370, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29597. A tax ID number can be provided upon request. In addition, Bill DeVaughn, president - RTSC3, would be glad to come and speak to your group about this extraordinary event - (843) 685-1793. Learn More
Empty hotel rooms?
During the busy spring and summer seasons, MBACC receives last minute calls requesting the names of places to stay. So we may better assist our visitors and provide referrals for your business, please keep us updated on your vacancies. Send in the Accommodations Alert Form.
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- Business After Hours
Carolina First Bank
Thu, Aug. 12 ~ 5:30-7 p.m.
2003 Oak St., Myrtle Beach
Come and meet chamber members, sample tasty hors d'oeuvres and refreshing spirits.
- Business After Hours
Apache Pier
Wed, Aug. 25 ~ 5:30-8 p.m.
9700 Kings Rd., Myrtle Beach
Mark your calendar for a relaxing evening on the East Coast's longest wooden pier. Breathe in the awesome view, dance to live music by Donny & Susan Trexler on the covered dance floor, enjoy scrumptious appetizers including fresh boiled shrimp, and wash it all down with your favorite cold adult beverage. Kids are welcome too-they can play in the arcade or on the beach below.
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