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Charleston, SC Event Directors' College
March 28-31, 2012



Seven reasons why you can't miss this invaluable workshop:

  1. It's an Event Directors' College that focuses 100% on events from the hands-on/tactical perspective.
  2. Top quality faculty, with expertise in sponsorship, event management, event directing, administration, marketing, public relations, to name just a few.
  3. The best assemblage of industry representatives in the world with years of event directing experience and expertise.
  4. A make-up of Event Directors from small to large events, willing to openly share and learn.
  5. A place to learn the nuts and bolts of event management and the secrets that only experience can teach.
  6. A presentation format where participants can ask questions and join in the dialogue.
  7. Networking and social events



Fees:

Registration Fee:
$295 (reduced from $495!)

Click here to register as a participant.

Vendor Registration: $995
Includes general registration for one representative and an 8x10 table space reserved for your company in the Trade Exhibit Room for Vendor supplied display, adjoining the conference (full access to all participants). Panelist opportunities may be available. Limited spaces available while they last.

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Contact mamie@portlandmarathon.org before registration to verify availability. Exclusivity is also available on a limited basis

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Sponsor Registration: Price varies. Contact mamie@portlandmarathon.org for additional opportunities and associated fees. Limited, available while they last.

vendor registration


Leslie Jordan
EMedia Group
Always Advancing
ChronoTrack


Active Network
Eventbrite

Agenda:

Wednesday, March 28th College commences from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with subjects covered including State of the Industry & Hot Topics such as revenue sources, sponsorships, charities, volunteers, medical and greening your event.
Evening VIP Reception River Cruise, 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, March 29th College continues from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with subjects covered including Management & Organization, Technology/Media
Evening VIP reception, 7-9 p.m.
Friday, March 30th (optional) Expo Tour, VIP Press Luncheon, 12 Noon
Taste of the Bridge Run, 5-8 p.m.
Saturday, March 31st (optional) VIP Breakfast, 7-11 a.m., VIP all access to Start/Finish Area
Event After Party, 12 Noon - 3 p.m.
Saturday, March 31st (optional) VIP Breakfast, 7-11 a.m., VIP all access to Start/Finish Area
Event After Party, 12 Noon - 3 p.m.
EVENT DIRECTORS' COLLEGE:
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Waterfront Park
Cooper River Room
99 Harry Hallman Jr. Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
843.884.8517
see map
FRIDAY PRESS LUNCHEON,
HARBORSIDE EAST:

12 noon
28 Bridgeside Boulevard
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
843.606.2781
see map
SATURDAY VIP BREAKFAST:
7-11 a.m.
TD Arena, College of Charleston
301 Meeting St., between Burns
Lane and George St.
see map
WEDNESDAY EVENING VIP
RECEPTION RIVER CRUISE:

6-8 p.m.
Fountain Walk Dock
360 Concord St.
Charleston, SC 29401
843.722-1030
see map
FRIDAY EVENING,
TASTE OF THE BRIDGE RUN:

5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Galliard Auditorium
77 Calhoun St.
Charleston, SC 29403
see map
SATURDAY EVENT AFTER PARTY:
12 Noon - 3 p.m.
Maritime Center
10 Wharfside Street
Charleston, SC 29401
843.853.3625
see map
or
THURSDAY EVENING VIP
RECEPTION, HARBOUR CLUB:

7-9 p.m.
35 Prioleau Street
Charleston, S.C 29401
843.405.7087
see map
Harborside East
28 Bridgeside Boulevard
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
see map

Tuesday Evening Reception Presented by Active Network
Breakfast Wednesday & Thursday Presented by Leslie Jordan
Snacks on Wednesday Presented by EVENTBRITE
Lunch Wednesday Presented by Always Advancing
Lunch Thursday Presented by Chronotrack
Break Snacks Thursday Presented by TBD
Cocktail Hour Thursday Presented by Active Network
Dinner Thursday Exclusively presented by EMEDIA Group
Event Director of the Year Award, East Coast Presented by Active Network
Class of 2012 Picture Presented by Leslie Jordan

Accommodations:

HOLIDAY INN® CHARLESTON - MT. PLEASANT
250 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.; Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
.85 miles from Event Director College (walking distance)

To receive The Event Directors’ College's special room rates, please reference Codes: RDC (weekday rate code), andRCD (weekend rate code). 1-800-290-4004 for Phone Reservations.

To reserve online, click on the link(s) below.
(Note: Weekday and weekend room rates/policies differ, if you plan to extend your stay through Bridge Run weekend (3/30 - 3/31), a separate reservation is required when booking on-line, see details below.)

RDC: Tuesday/Thursday (3/27-29, 2012) = $129+tax/night.
Event Directors' College - Weekday

RCD: Friday/Saturday (3/30-31, 2012) = $199+tax/night.*
Event Directors' College - Weekend

To receive the special rates, reservations must be made by 2/26/12 and may be subject to a 2-night minimum stay.

HOLIDAY INN® CHARLESTON - RIVERVIEW
301 Savannah Highway; Charleston, SC 29407
843-556-7100
www.hiriverview.com

5.53 miles from Event Director College. Complimentary shuttle service to/from Event Director college 7:30am and 5:00 pm, Wed & Thurs March 28 & 29

Special Event Director College room rates available if booked by 3/13/12
Call Toll Free Reservations: 800-766-4451
The online special rate code is PED.

Room rates: 3/27/12 - 3/29/12 $119/night
3/30/12- 3/31/12 $159/night
  • Complimentary parking
  • Complimentary wireless internet in each room and throughout hotel
  • Complimentary shuttle service to/from historic Charleston
  • 3rd floor pool with breathtaking views of the harbor.
  • State-of-the-art fitness center.
  • On site laundry
  • Business center
  • Sweet shop for all your sundry needs
All published room rates, cancellation policies and tax are subject to change without notice.


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