FESTIVAL - Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

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I s sue 647 - M Ay 2007
The Official Newsletter of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Summer starts here at the Sun Fun Festival®
from May 31 to June 4, and what a great time
to celebrate tourism and all that it brings to the
Myrtle Beach area. It’s a well known fact that as one
of the nation’s most popular vacation destinations,
the Grand Strand is the economic engine of South
Carolina. The 13.8 million visitors who travel here
each year inject nearly $4 billion into our local
economy.
Not only during the first week of June but
throughout our Sun Fun Festival–A Celebration
of Summer, we’ll be recognizing the importance
of tourism in our community. Our summer long
festivity, which starts in June and wraps up with the
Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival on Aug. 31Sept. 1, is the perfect time to extend a warm
welcome to our visitors.
During our Celebration of Summer, the Myrtle
Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and
our partners, the Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality
Association and Hospitality Association of South
Carolina, will once again extend a big “Thank
You for Visiting” to those choosing the Grand
Strand as their vacation destination. MBACC will
feature advertisement in local newspapers, and
on television and radio during the first week of
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Blue skies. Green grass. Warm weather. It all adds up
to the Sun Fun Festival®–A Celebration of Summer.
With the Sun Fun Festival approaching its 56th
anniversary, it’s time to pull out all the stops and
really show off the Grand Strand. Go outside and
have some fun!
Sun Fun is no longer just a one time event in June.
It has evolved into a summer long celebration from
June through September. The celebration of summer
kicks off with the Sun Fun Festival from May 31
to June 4. Here is just a peek at what the Sun Fun
Festival–A Celebration of Summer has in store for
the upcoming months.
Sandcastle rises again
Yes Virginia Beach, the Guinness Book of World
Records will soon be calling Myrtle Beach home
to the World’s Tallest Sandcastle. The headliner of
the Sun Fun Festival, the huge celebrity star, the
one and only beach idol will debut May 24 when
the Myrtle Beach area looks to reclaim the world’s
tallest sandcastle record with a 40-foot tall castle.
Starting May 24, professional sand sculptors will
create a 40-foot tall sand sculpture with a 75-foot
wide base. This enormously popular and competitive
event is sponsored by the Best Western Hotels of the
Carolinas.
June 1 is pageant day as contestants vie for the
titles of Sun Fun Miss Legs, Little Miss and Mister
Hawaiian Tropic, Miss Sun Fun and Miss Sun
As always, the Sun
Fun Festival stretches
the entire Grand
Strand with kids’
fairs, a beach run, a
gospel fest, a mini golf
tournament and more.
Fun Teen. June 2 is the Miss Hawaiian Tropic Myrtle
Beach preliminary pageant.
Saturday, June 2 will be a free daylong Hawaiian
Tropic Big Beach Bash Party at Plyler Park filled with
beach music, celebrity meet and greets, and a variety
of activities for all ages. Stop by Plyer Park (located
on the corner of 11th Avenue North and Ocean
Boulevard in downtown Myrtle Beach) and see Don
Diamont and Christian LeBlanc of “The Young and
the Restless,” Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Famer Joe
Greene, Mario Lopez of “Dancing With the Stars,”
Adrienne Bailon and Kiley Williams of the “Cheetah
Girls,” Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer presented by
Time Warner Cable and other celebrities.
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Immediate Past Chairman
W. Wayne Gray
Spring House Restaurant Group Inc.
2007-2008 Chairman of the Board
Marketing & Advertising Committee Chair
Steve Chapman
Island Vista
Membership Committee Chair
Leigh Ammons Meese
Sea Mist Resort
Growth and Development Committee Chair
Brant Branham
EF Hucks and Associates
Technology-Based Marketing Committee Chair
Roddy Swaim
Dunes Beach and Golf Vacations
Directors
Membership Committee Vice Chair
Elaine Carter
Wendy’s/Palmetto Restaurant Group
Growth and Development Vice Chair
Tony Cox
Burroughs and Chapin Co. Inc.
Publications Vice Chair/Marketing Committee
David DuRant
Prestwick Country Club
North Strand Council Chair
Rick Elliott
Elliott Realty
Business Ethics and Standards Committee
David Gooden
A-1 Wireless
South Strand Council Chair
Cindy Gordon
Atlanta Bread Co.
Publications Chair/Marketing Committee
Brent Groome
HTC Communications
Small Business Council Chair
Steve Kahn
Full Steam Ahead Inc.
Legislative Policy Council Vice Chair
Adam Parness
ShredRight Corp.
Convention Bureau Committee Chair/
Marketing Committee
Joe Perl
Colonial Mall–Myrtle Beach
Finance Committee Vice Chair
Scott Plyler
Carolina First
Business Ethics and Standards
Myers Rollins
Waccamaw Regional Transportation Authority
Technology-Based Marketing Committee Vice Chair
Chris Shroff
Shroff Properties
Growth and Development Vice Chair
Richard Singleton
Coldwell Banker Chicora Commercial Real Estate
Small Business Council Vice Chair
Berkley White
Classic Homes
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Ambassadors are a group of dedicated
volunteers from various businesses throughout
the Grand Strand community. Their mission is
to welcome and nurture current members and
recruit new chamber members. Ambassadors
serve as goodwill representatives at various
chamber functions and aid in the support of
members.
Ambassadors earn points by calling and visiting
other chamber members, attending monthly
meetings, recruiting other Ambassadors,
having a suggested business become a chamber
member, and participating in chamber
projects. At the end of each month, these
points are tallied and an Ambassador of the
Month is named.
Why become a chamber Ambassador?
Ambassadors gain business exposure
by being the first to meet chamber
members and put their company’s
name in the forefront. By volunteering
at chamber events and attending the
monthly Ambassador meetings, your
business is kept current on what is going on
within the chamber and community.
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To learn more about becoming a
chamber Ambassador, contact Pat Creed,
membership programs manager, at
(843) 916-7225 or
[email protected].
member
services guide
Congratulations to Beckie
LeFevre with AAA
Vacations who earned
Ambassador of the
Month for March.
LeFevre is serving
her first year as an
Ambassador.
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Legislative Policy Council Chair
Frans Mustert
Patricia Grand Resort Hotel
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Finance Committee Chair/Treasurer
Jim Creel Jr.
The Creel Corp.
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Officers
Chairman of the Board
David Brittain
Sea Captain’s House
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Board of Directors
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Applause to Fidencia Pla
with Keller Williams
Realty who earned
the second highest
Ambassador points
total for March. Pla is
serving her first year
as an Ambassador.
member services guide
Member Resources
Business Connections
Marketing Strategies
Education Programs
Government Relations
Benefit of the Month
• Online Business Directory
MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com provides our
members with exposure from all over the
world. Members receive five free listings in the
chamber’s online business directory with a link
to their company’s Web site and e-mail address.
Customers, potential visitors or anyone
accessing our site can pull members up by
name, category or through a search. This is a
valuable benefit in today’s competitive market
place.
To see what categories are available, go
to MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com, click
on Business Directory, and then List All
Categories. Scroll down the alphabetical list
and select the categories that best “fit” your
business. To add the categories, simply click
on the Members Only link and update your
membership data. The more categories you
fall under, the more likely potential customers
will locate your business. Plus our Call Center
will be able to provide your business with more
referrals from telephone and e-mail inquiries.
MISSION To promote, protect and improve businesses throughout the Grand Strand.
Are you a candidate for LGS?
Application deadline: June 30
Do you want to broaden your knowledge of the Grand
Strand? Do you want to make a positive impact in the
community? Then you’ll want to experience Leadership
Grand Strand.
also participate in 100 hours of community service
projects.
A program of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of
Commerce, LGS begins in September and
runs through May. Members meet for a full
day every month for briefings, tours and
seminars.
Class members are chosen based on their
interest in community involvement and
their potential to provide leadership to
the Grand Strand. The selection process is
intensive, as the class size is limited to 30
members.
Applications for the 2007-2008 Leadership
Grand Strand program are available online
at LeadershipGrandStrand.com. Tuition is
$850; scholarships are available. Application
deadline: June 30. For more info, visit
LeadershipGrandStrand.com or contact Diana Greene,
LGS executive director, at [email protected] or
(843) 916-7222.
Class of XXVII started off the Leadership Grand Strand program with a
retreat to Santee Cooper’s Wampee Conference Center on Lake Moultrie in
Pinopolis, S.C.
Leadership Grand Strand is a nine-month leadership
development program that explores health, education, law
enforcement, cultural affairs, redevelopment, government
and other important community issues. Class members
Time to update your membership info
Please send back your annual membership
update form. If you did not receive an update
form in the mail, call the chamber at
(843) 916-7240.
Make sure you mark five membership
categories to receive the full benefit of referrals
from our Call Center. It is important to fill
out the forms completely. Note the number of
employees and other information specific to
your business, such as number of units, food
sales, etc.
If you are updating your information online
at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com (Members
Only), please allow 24 to 48 hours for updates
to be approved and changed in the system.
Stay & Play
advertising
starts
mid-May
Advertising sales for the 2008 Stay & Play®
Guide will start around mid-May. Look for
information in the weekly Grand Strander
Express, in next month’s Grand Strander and
online at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com, click
on Marketing Strategies.
Contact Scott Head, advertising sales manager,
at (843) 916-7277 [email protected] for
more information.
Saddle Up!
It’s Rodeo Time
Don’t miss your chance to reel in some
big fish and even bigger
prizes. The 54th Annual
Grand Strand Fishing
Rodeo offers anglers
monthly chances to win
prizes totaling
over $20,000
in cash and
merchandise.
Prepare to get
hooked on
some of the best fishing in the world!
Cast off today–visit GrandStrandFishingRodeo.com.
MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com
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Chamber Welcomes
Three New Employees
The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce recently
welcomed the following new employees:
Emily Frye is the
chamber’s new media
manager. She is responsible
for media planning for the
chamber. Frye graduated
with an English degree
from The University of
North Carolina at Chapel
Hill. Prior to joining the
chamber, Frye worked for a rock n’ roll company, Pump
Audio in the Hudson Valley (New York) and oversaw
events and fundraising for UNC. Frye lives in North
Myrtle Beach-Windy Hill and couldn’t think of a better
place to call home.
Scott Head is the chamber’s
new advertising sales
manager. Head has more
than 10 years of experience
in advertising sales. He has
lived in Myrtle Beach since
1973 and attended Coastal
Carolina University. Head
and his wife Angie have a
13-year-old son Mikel. Head enjoys coaching little league
for the Carolina Forest Community Center.
Blakely Jenkins has joined
the chamber as education
and events manager. Her
responsibilities include
planning member and
employee educational
training and overseeing
special member events.
A graduate of Clemson
University, she has a bachelor’s degree in marketing.
Jenkins was previously employed by UPS and Money &
More where she gained more than two years of experience
in sales. Jenkins relocated from Knoxville, Tenn., to Myrtle
Beach last August.
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Gala Raises Funds for
Myrtle Beach Tourism
The Myrtle Beach Marketing Cooperative is about to see a few more dollars added to its bank role thanks to
Calvin Gilmore and the cast of The Carolina Opry. The $100 per person, black-tie gala will be presented June
23 at The Carolina Opry Theater with proceeds going toward tourism advertisement. The co-op will not only
receive the funds from the gala, but will also receive the matching funds from the state of South Carolina as a
result of the gala performance.
The evening will include refreshments and heavy hors d’oeuvres. A prize and award will be presented to the
individual and the business that sells the most gala tickets. Call (843) 913-2222 to buy tickets.
The Myrtle Beach Marketing Cooperative is a collaborative marketing effort formed by local businesses to
bolster tourism advertising for the Grand Strand. To learn more about the co-op, call Kate Miles at
(843) 916-7234.
Warm Welcome
Event
Date/Time
Location
Register
Cost
Warm Welcome Reception
May 29, 8:30 a.m.
MBACC Boardroom
1200 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach
(click on Events)
Questions? Call (843) 916-7225
Free, value-added benefit of membership
Begin a lifetime relationship with the chamber. That’s the idea behind new member orientation. These
monthly sessions provide new members and new employees of existing members (or for that matter,
anyone looking for a benefits and services update) with the opportunity to learn how to maximize your
chamber membership to ensure the return on investment that you expect.
It’s a great way to break the ice and meet other chamber members. Plus you have the chance to learn
first-hand the benefits of chamber membership. Participation is the key in making your membership
work for you.
The Sun Fun Festival®-A Celebration of
Summer is a time to recognize the value of
travel and spread the word about tourism.
Last year, millions of visitors enjoyed the
wonderful sights and sounds of the area
and spent nearly $4 billion to boost the
Grand Strand’s economy.
In the Myrtle Beach area, everyone benefits
from tourism. When visitors spend money,
they support our region’s infrastructure,
help businesses pay employees, send
children to school and sustain our quality
of life.
advertising in our core markets but are
reaching out to new ones, largely through
an aggressive television advertising schedule
that has run for 20 weeks in nearly 75 key
markets. Last month, the Myrtle Beach
business community introduced the Grand
Strand to more than 50 travel editors and
members of the New York City media. (See
PR Rollout on Page 17 for the complete
story.) And we continue to use the power
of the Internet to reach more potential
visitors, averaging nearly 15,000 daily user
sessions on our Web sites this year.
The Coastal Carolina Association of
Realtors has already donated $10,000 and
Calvin Gilmore and The Carolina Opry
are planning a black-tie gala (See Page 4 for
tickets). As other industries get involved,
we hope to continue seeing the Grand
Strand marketing budget grow.
One last thought: While advertising is
crucial to feeding the local economy, a
healthy dose of our Southern hospitality
can go a long way too. As millions of
visitors descend upon the Grand Strand
this summer, let’s not miss an opportunity
A lot has been written about this
to thank our visitors and show them
By increasing our visitor base we can keep
$10 million budget–how it is five times
that our community is a friendly town.
the region’s economy growing. However,
more than in previous years, yet still not
Remember that more than 70 percent of
the challenge lies in that thousands of
enough to attract the number of tourists
our annual visitors return each year and
new lodging units have been added along
needed to fill our hotels. Or for that matter, many come several times during the same
year. If this were to change, the results
the beach in the past five years. This
even for the area to compete against other
could be devastating. So during these hectic
oversupply of rooms could threaten the
East Coast destinations such as Orlando,
tourism industry’s health. If we don’t
Fla., and Virginia Beach, Va., which spend summer months, take a minute to help
continue to attract more visitors, businesses millions more than Myrtle Beach to lure
someone with directions. Suggest a favorite
will struggle and the local economy will
tourists.
restaurant. Tell them about a prized golf
stumble.
course. And don’t forget to say “Thank You
While lack of marketing dollars is our
for Visiting.”
Successful entrepreneurs say you have to
biggest challenge, we are seeing an
spend money to make money so with that unprecedented fusion of businesses
in mind, we have set specific spending
digging into their pockets to help fill this
priorities for this year’s $10 million
advertising pot. We are getting a boost in
Brad Dean
marketing budget earmarked to promote
dollars from the Myrtle Beach Marketing
President & CEO
the Grand Strand. We not only continue
Cooperative and matching state grants.
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EDUCATION
Date/Time
Series
Topic
Presented by
Description
Cost
Register by
May 8
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Technology
Workshop
“PowerPoint
Training”
Horry-Georgetown
Technical College
Dazzle your clients with your excellent PowerPoint presentations. This class
will not only review basic skills but will show you how to create colorful,
dynamic presentations using graphics, design options and movement. Bring
your own jump disk if you would like to keep your presentation. Location:
Horry-Georgetown Technical College’s Conference Center on the former
Air Force Base.
$20 members;
$40 future
members
5/7
May 9
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Leadership
Series
“Idiots Proof Guide to
Customer Loyalty”
Joe Heuer, Joe
Speaks!
In this entertaining and inspiring program you’ll learn the simple universal
principles that will not only inspire your customers to keep coming back, but
will encourage them to sing your praises to the world. Joe Heuer explores the
myths about customer satisfaction that you need to understand in order to
thrive in today’s and tomorrow’s marketplace. This is a presentation for any
organization that wants to make the quantum leap from customer satisfaction
to customer loyalty.
$39 members;
$79 future
members
5/8
May 15
9-11 a.m.
Women’s
Business Forum
“Introduction to
Online Marketing”
Mona McGraw,
NuRelm
Identify the components of an effective Web site, measure the success of your
Web site, significantly boost traffic to your site, and keep your online content
fresh. Best of all, learn to do it within your budget and with no technical
expertise.
$20 members;
$40 future
members
5/14
May 23
8-9:30 a.m.
Small Business
Forum
“Employment Law
Breakfast Briefing
on Immigration and
Wage and Hour
Updates”
Nexsen Pruet
Cutting-edge seminar on employment and immigration issues designed
specifically for corporate executives including CEOs, CFOs and HR executives
in the Myrtle Beach area. Two of Nexsen Pruet’s partners, who practice
employment and immigration law, will discuss the proposed state and federal
legislative changes in 2007, understanding Payment of Wages Act, and
understanding recent wage and hour cases.
$10 members;
$40 future
members
5/22
June 5
9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Personal
Development
Series
“Stress and how it
Affects our Bodies
With a Relationship
of Detoxing”
Dr. Tammy Holt, Life
Line Chiropractic
Learn how stress affects your body and what you can do to relieve the stress
in your life. This educational class consists of four 45 minute mini-workshops,
including 1. Detoxing Through Aqua Chi, 2. Nutritional Supplementation,
3. Massage Therapy, and 4. Benefits of Chiropractic Therapy.
$10 members;
$20 future
members
(includes
complimentary
lunch from
Vocelli Pizza)
6/4
June 12
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Technology
Workshop
“Excel Training”
Horry-Georgetown
Technical College
In this Excel class, learn to set up a spreadsheet and basic formulas. This is
not only a good review for the advanced user but will help the beginner get
started. Location: Horry-Georgetown Technical College’s Conference
Center on the former Air Force Base.
$20 members;
$40 future
members
6/11
June 13
9-11 a.m.
Small Business
Forum
“Conflict Resolution:
The Road to Win/Win”
Tomas Raub,
Meridian
Management
Solutions, LLC
High-performance organizations have realized the competitive edge that
satisfactory conflict management provides. Leaders in today’s fast-paced
business world realize that one key to success is capable, motivated
employees who can manage conflict wherever it occurs. In this workshop,
participants will learn the following: Understanding the Elements of Conflict,
Recognizing Conflict Management Styles, Tips for Handling Conflict, and
Enhancing Interpersonal Conflict Management styles.
$20 members;
$40 future
members
6/12
June 20
9-11 a.m.
Small Business
Forum
“Driving Traffic to
Your Web Site”
Mona McGraw,
NuRelm
This workshop will be divided into four 30 minute segments which will
address 1. Search Engine Submission/Improving Search Engine Rankings,
2. Creating Compelling Content, 3. Effective Online Advertising Strategies, and
4. Ideas for Blending Online Marketing Initiatives With Traditional Marketing
Activities.
$20 members;
$40 future
members
6/19
Sponsors
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Hospitality seminars are co-sponsored by MBACC, Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association
and Hospitality Association of South Carolina. All classes are held in the boardroom (unless
otherwise noted) at the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, 1200 N. Oak St., Myrtle
Beach. To register, visit MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com, click on Education/Chamber Academy.
Payment due at time of registration. No refunds or rescheduling. Questions? Contact Blakely
Jenkins, education and events manager, [email protected] or (843) 916-7232.
Small Business Forums
Sponsored by ...
Restaurant & Lodging Series
Sponsored by ...
LGS Alumni Leadership Education
Series Sponsored by ...
Technology Workshops
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Women’s Business Forums
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VisitMyBeach.com has a brand new look that is more visually appealing
and easier to navigate. While still a work in progress, several new features
have already been added, including a new quick search for lodging. The
revamped lodging search tool makes it easier and faster to find the perfect
accommodation. Visitors can do a quick search by type of property (bed &
breakfast, timeshare, campground, etc.), proximity to the beach (oceanfront,
within two blocks of the beach, etc.), or a particular region (Litchfield,
Surfside, Little River, etc.) The search engine brings up photographs and
a brief description of the property. Let’s say you do a quick search for
oceanfront accommodations. VisitMyBeach.com will show you all the
oceanfront properties with photographs and a brief description of each
property. It also lets you know if the property has online booking at their
Web site.
Learn More: Angela Caison, Internet marketing manager,
at [email protected] or (843) 916-7227.
The Ups and Downs of the
2007-2008 State Budget
by Nicole Aiello, MBACC public information officer
It’s been a fight for the Myrtle Beach area this year during
the state budget process. Budget prospects at the beginning
of the year looked bright, but there are some gray clouds
looming in the distance that may bring budget woes to our
area.
Let’s start with the good news . . .
• The 2:1 matching grant money for destination-specific
advertising has been increased to $10 million.
• The budget currently includes new money in the amount of
$10 million for statewide advertising.
And now for the not-so-good news . . .
• Beach renourishment funding has been cut from $5 million
to $500,000 by the Senate Finance Committee.
• Beach outfall project funding dropped from $5 million to
$100,000 in the Senate Finance Committee.
• The House had called for $6.3 million in recurring funds
for Coastal Carolina University but that money has been
hacked down to $400,000 in the Senate. That’s $2 million
less than last year. Interestingly, Francis Marion University
and S.C. State University may receive $250,000 for an I-73
economic impact study when our own CCU has the only
certified economist in the NESA area. the budget has now
been diluted to $500,000. Charleston, on the other hand, is
holding steady with $200 million for a port road and there’s
$25 million each for I-95 corridor infrastructure and other
state highway maintenance.
In other legislative news, the bill that was introduced about
a month ago asking for the legislature to allow local boards
of education to set their own schedules, in lieu of adhering
to the new late school start bill, has been shelved. Looks like
South Carolina schools–all of them–will have to begin no
later than the third Monday in August. We’re glad to see that
the work of the parents’ coalition, Save SC Summers, did not
unravel.
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Hospitality Partnership
Hospitality Day at the Statehouse: May 16
On Wednesday, May 16, South Carolina’s hospitality industry will host “A Taste of
South Carolina.” The event is held from 12-2 p.m. on the Statehouse grounds and
features restaurants from across the state serving a sample of their menu specialties.
Place an ad in the directory and double your exposure over your free listing. For
more information, contact Shirley Pearson, executive assistant, at (843) 626-9668 or
e-mail [email protected].
“A Taste of South Carolina” is a great way to showcase your restaurant, and at
the same time, show legislators that the hospitality industry is concerned about
legislation they are considering this year. If you would like more information about
participating as a restaurant or sponsoring Hospitality Day, call the Hospitality
Association of South Carolina at (800) 803-4272 or visit schospitality.org.
FlexMED health insurance
Your Hospitality Partnership works to assist its members by developing cost-saving
programs of all types. Insurance, one of the most costly expenses to a business, is one
area members can work together to find solutions through lower premiums and/or
enhanced coverage.
Hop on the bus
Anyone involved in or supports the hospitality industry is invited to attend
Hospitality Day at the Statehouse. Buses leave Broadway at the Beach (bus parking
area) at 8 a.m. and return at 5:30 p.m. There is no charge to ride the bus or
attend the event. Ready to hop onboard? Call the Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality
Association at (843) 626-9668 for reservations.
Through the strength of the Hospitality Partnership, we’re able to offer our
members a value-added solution for health insurance. FlexMED is a fully insured
limited benefit health insurance that has been designed specifically for Hospitality
Partnership members. FlexMED allows you to create the plan that is right for your
business. It offers a variety of affordable monthly premiums. The cost is determined
by the benefits you select. FlexMED is a lower cost alternative for employers who do
not want to participate in the expensive one-size-fits-all approach to employee health
insurance plans.
FlexMED
• You control the cost. Choose only the benefits you need
• No medical questions or physical examinations
• Guaranteed issue for all eligible employees
• Pre-existing conditions are covered
• Available to all employers with two or more enrollees
• Available to full-time, part-time, seasonal and temporary employees
• No employer contribution requirements
• Freedom to use any licensed doctor or hospital, or use the PPO network
• First dollar coverage. Pays in addition to other private insurance
• No deductibles, no coinsurance, no co-pays for medical benefits
• Benefits may be assigned or paid directly to the employee
• 12-month rate guarantee
For more information, call BasicPlus Health Insurance representatives:
Corbett Shoemaker, (843) 293-5514 or Bill Gasque (843) 946-6954.
Hospitality Day at the Statehouse is hosted by the Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality
Association, Hospitality Association of South Carolina and other local hotel and/or
restaurant associations in the state.
MBAHA 2007- 2008 Membership Directory
Promote your business
The Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association is preparing to print the new Grand
Strand Managers Guide to Hospitality Products & Services for 2007-2008. This
membership directory is available only to members and is used and valued as a key
resource for those in the hospitality industry in the Grand Strand and beyond.
The publication will be sent directly to the owner, general manager, manager and/or
supervisor for key decision making purposes for their respective business.
The e-version will be distributed to those same key individuals during the course of
the year when updates to membership are made–making it even more valuable and
timely than ever.
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May Convention Bureau
Travel Itinerary for Trade Shows
Ceremonies
No scheduled shows.
Groups Scheduled for Service - Fifteen groups representing 4,544 attendees.
Travel Itinerary for Consumer Shows
May 3-6
May 4-6
Michigan International Women’s Show
The National Women’s Show
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Novi, Mich.
Montreal, Canada
MArch
Relocation
Inquiries
Top 5 States
Each month your Myrtle Beach Area Chamber
of Commerce selects a member from the
business cards collected at chamber events to
spotlight on MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com.
The more events you attend, the greater your
chance of being a star. Congratulations to our
latest “Be a Star” winner–Jenny Chestnut,
facility manager at North State Storage. Read
about Chestnut and North State Storage at
MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com (click on Grand
Strander at the top of the page).
1. New York
2. North Carolina
3. New Jersey
4. Ohio
5. Pennsylvania
Chamber members
celebrate anniversaries
During May, 192 members will be celebrating
their chamber anniversaries. Discover which
business has been a chamber member for
32 years. Check out the Grand Strander online
at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com and click on
Grand Strander at the top of the page.
Your Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
conducts ribbon-cutting ceremonies as a value-added
benefit included in your membership investment. We
bring the camera, official scissors and, of course, the
ribbon. A grand opening, an expansion, an anniversary or a move
to a new facility is made more special with a ribboncutting ceremony. If you’re a home-based business, give
us a call and we’ll hold a special ceremony here at the
chamber just for you!
There are many benefits to having a ribbon-cutting
ceremony for your business. Ribbon-cutting
announcements are included in the Grand Strander,
which is mailed to our 2,400 plus members, and
photos appear in the online edition of the popular
newsletter. The chamber’s Ambassadors attend ribboncutting ceremonies on behalf of the members. Having
Ambassadors at the ceremony provides an excellent
networking and publicity opportunity. Kick off a grand opening of your business by
contacting Pat Creed, membership programs manager,
at [email protected] or (843) 916-7225.
The chamber recently held ribbon-cutting ceremonies
for the following members:
Ace Hardware
7737 N. Kings Hwy.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
(843) 497-9600
Department 56
1209 Celebrity Cir.
Broadway at the Beach
(843) 626-2143
Department56.com
NHC Health Care/
Garden City, LLC
9405 Hwy. 17 Byp.
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
(843) 650-2213
United Chiropractic
3705 Renee Dr.
(843) 903-3507
See photos of the ceremonies by visiting the Grand
Strander online at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com and
click on Grand Strander at the top of the page.
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Taking care of business
Programs and services to help small businesses grow and succeed.
Applause, Applause
Ocean Breeze Awnings has won the Blue Ribbon Small Business Award from the
U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Applicants were judged on financial performance and
business history, staff training and motivation, community involvement, customer
service, and business plan or strategies and goals.
Writing Effective Job Descriptions
A job description describes the major areas of an employee’s job or position. A good
job description begins with a careful analysis of the important facts about a job, such
as the individual tasks involved, the methods used to complete the tasks, the purpose
and responsibilities of the job, the relationship of the job to other jobs, and the
qualifications needed for the job.
It’s important to make a job description practical by keeping it dynamic, functional
and current. A well-written, practical job description will help you avoid hearing a
refusal to carry out a relevant assignment because “it isn’t in my job description.”
Realistically speaking, many jobs are subject to change due either to personal growth,
organizational development, and/or the evolution of new technologies. Flexible job
descriptions will encourage your employees to grow within their positions and learn
how to make larger contributions to your company. For example: Is your office
manager stuck “routinely ordering office supplies for the company and keeping the
storage closet well stocked “ or is she/he “developing and implementing a system
of ordering office supplies that promotes cost savings and efficiency within the
organization?”
Keep each statement in the job description crisp and clear:
• Structure your sentences in classic verb/object and explanatory phrases. For example,
a sentence pertaining to the description of a receptionist position might read:
“Greets office visitors and personnel in a friendly and sincere manner.”
• Always use the present tense of verbs.
• If necessary, use explanatory phrases telling why, how, where or how often to add
meaning and clarity. For example: “Collects all employee time sheets on a bi-weekly
basis for payroll purposes.”
• Omit any unnecessary articles such as “a,” “an,” “the” or other words for an easy to
understand point description. Using the above example, the statement could have read,
“Greets all visitors and the office personnel to the building in a friendly and a sincere
manner.”
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• Use unbiased terminology. For example: use the he/she approach or construct
sentences in such a way that gender pronouns are not required.
• Avoid using words which are subject to differing interpretations. Try not to use words
such as “frequently,” “some,” “complex,” “occasional,” and “several.”
When writing a job description, keep in mind that the job description will serve as a
major basis for outlining job training or conducting future job evaluations.
A job description should include a:
• Job Title
• Job Objective or Overall Purpose Statement–This statement is generally a summary
designed to orient the reader to the general nature, level, purpose, and objective of the
job. The summary should describe the broad function and scope of the position and be
no longer than three to four sentences.
• List of Duties or Tasks Performed–The list contains an item by item list of principal
duties, continuing responsibilities and accountability of the position.
• Description of the relationships and roles the occupant of the position holds within
the company, including any supervisory positions, subordinating roles and/or other
working relationships.
When using job descriptions for recruiting situations, you may also want to attach the
following: • Job Specifications, Standards and Requirements–The minimum amount of
qualifications needed to perform the essential functions of the job, such as education,
experience, knowledge and skills. Any critical skills and expertise needed for the job
should be included. For example, for a receptionist, critical skills may be having
1) a professional and courteous telephone manner, 2) legible handwriting if messages
are to be taken, 3) the ability to handle a multiple-lined phone system for a number of
staff members, and 4) the patience and endurance to sit behind a desk all day.
• Job Location–Where the work will be performed.
• Equipment to be used in the performance of the job.
• Collective Bargaining Agreements–Agreements and terms that relate to job functions,
if applicable, such as when your company’s employees are members of a union.
• Nonessential Functions–Functions which are not essential to the position or any
marginal tasks performed by the incumbent of the position.
• Salary Range–Range of pay for the position.
Learn More: U.S. Small Business Administrative, sba.gov
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Presented by Hawaiian Tropic
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
May 31 - June 4, 2007
As always, the Sun Fun
Festival stretches from
North Myrtle Beach to
Surfside Beach with kids’ fairs, a beach run, a gospel fest, a mini golf tournament and
more. And be sure to stop by the Sun Fun apparel souvenir store open June 2-3 at
Plyler Park.
Celebrity Luau
Pull out the leis, grass skirts and start practicing the hula, it’s time for the Celebrity
Luau.
This year’s Celebrity Luau private party for volunteers and sponsors of Sun Fun and
silent auction will benefit The Grand Strand Miracle League. Volunteers and sponsors
of Sun Fun and silent auction will soon be receiving mailed invitations for the
May 31 event. Please consider donating an item with a value of $50 or more to help
raise money for this one-of-a-kind charity that runs a baseball league for mentally and
physically handicapped children in Myrtle Beach. To make a silent auction donation,
contact Kimberly Miles, festivals and special events manager, at (843) 916-7221 or
[email protected].
Win a 2007 Ford Fusion
Road trip enthusiasts who visit SunFunFestival.com may enter a sweepstakes to win a
new 2007 Ford Fusion car valued at more than $17,000. Whether someone is searching
for a weeklong family vacation or a weekend getaway, the 2007 Ford Fusion has room
for all your beach chairs, boogie boards and shopping bags. The winner of the 2007 Ford
Fusion will be announced at the Beach, Boogie & BBQ Festival on Labor Day weekend,
Aug. 31 to Sept. 1, 2007, at the festival grounds on the former Air Force base.
Summer concert series
Every Saturday throughout the summer stop by Plyler Park for the Food Lion Sun
Fun Summer Concert Series with official sponsorship by the Oceanfront Merchants
Association-Downtown Myrtle Beach. Concerts kick off at 7 p.m. and will feature a
diverse and exciting selection of musical artists from Caribbean and country to rock and
beach. Go to SunFunFestival.com and check out this year’s performers.
Watch out Virginia Beach, the world’s tallest sandcastle designation will once again be
home to Myrtle Beach. When completed, the castle will stand at 40 feet–7½ feet taller
than last year’s sandcastle.
Beach, Boogie & BBQ
The summer long celebration will go out with a bang at the Beach, Boogie & BBQ
Festival on Labor Day weekend, Aug. 31 to Sept. 1. The festival, which began last year,
is centrally located on the beautiful former Air Force base in Myrtle Beach. The event
will feature the official barbeque competition of South Carolina with a prize purse
totaling more than $16,000, musical entertainment by The Embers, The Footnotes, and
The Sound Factory Band, kids zone, the “Wheels at the Beach” car show, a wide variety
of arts and crafts vendors, and much more. The South Carolina Education Lottery as
an official sponsor will also be announcing winners of large giveaways to conclude their
summer long promotion. Best of all, festival attendees will have the opportunity to
sample and purchase the mouth-watering barbeque, ribs and more.
Look for updates on this Labor Day weekend festival in upcoming issues
of the Grand Strander.
Learn More: For a complete list of Sun Fun Festival activities, visit
SunFunFestival.com.
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June celebrating the importance of travel and tourism
throughout our community. The chamber’s welcome
centers will be serving complimentary refreshments.
Tourists flying into the area will receive a warm hello as
local bands and singers provide entertainment and staff
hands out giveaways. Plus, Leadership Grand Strand
class XXV has provided a huge billboard on U.S. 501
thanking our visitors when they leave the area.
In addition, the chamber has mailed “Thank You
for Visiting” static cling decals to members to place
on their business windows or automobiles. To
download the “Thank You for Visiting” message to
your Web site or use on stationery and flyers, visit
MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com.
“The best way to ensure that tourism continues
to benefit the Grand Strand is for each of us to be
ambassadors of the Myrtle Beach area,” noted Brad
Dean, president and CEO of MBACC. “Greet our
visitors, thank them for visiting the Grand Strand and
assist them with directions, or recommend a favorite
shop or restaurant.”
While it may be our wonderful attractions and beautiful
beaches that bring them here the first time, it is the
smiling faces and warm Southern hospitality they
experience that will bring them back a second, third or
fourth time.
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Your Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Myrtle Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau have been extremely active creating
opportunities for your business to grow and prosper.
Take a look at what your chamber accomplished during the first quarter of 2007:
• Joined the S.C. Arts
Commission in hosting a free
Cultural Tourism Workshop
for those interested in applying
for grant money for the arts.
• Celebrated the Impeccable
Customer Experience during
the first I.C.E. awards enjoyed
by more than 500 people.
• Co-hosted the North Strand
Tabletop Business Expo with
100 exhibitors and around 200
attendees.
• Participated in the induction of Judge Matthew J. Perry and
Revolutionary War hero Peter
Horry into the South Carolina
Hall of Fame.
• Co-hosted the Grand Strand
Legislative Reception attended
by over 100 members from the
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nearly 180 attendees from the
Grand Strand.
• Assisted the Hospitality
Partnership in staffing a booth
at the Hotel, Motel, Restaurant
and Supply Show of the
Southeast.
• Joined the overwhelming
community support of
“Extreme Makeover: Home
Edition” to make the Wilson
family home a reality.
• Participated in the Myrtle
Beach Marathon expo and
races.
• Held a news conference
announcing exciting details
of the Canadian-American
Days Festival and Sun Fun
Festival, including a two-day
Carolina-Canada trade and
commerce forum. The news
conference was attended by
U.S. Ambassador to Canada
David Wilkins and Myrtle
Beach Mayor John Rhodes.
• Hosted a breakfast meeting
for Sen. Jim DeMint who
addressed nearly 100 chamber
members while discussing
current events in Washington
and providing an update on
key issues.
• Saluted the 2007 CanadianAmerican Days Festival with a
Celebration Expo featuring the
Can-Am Welcome Reception
and the 14th Annual Business
& Restaurant Expo attended by
over 3,000 people with more
than 140 exhibitors.
• Celebrated the 2007 CanadianAmerican Days Festival. New
events included “A Salute to
Canada” joint military band
concert, Canada-Carolina
Trade and Commerce Forum,
and Lonestar and Doc Walker
country music concert.
• Participated in the Travel South
Showcase. More than 700
travel buyers, tour and meeting
planners, and the media from
all 50 states and Canada
enjoyed familiarization tours of
the Grand Strand. Travel South
USA is American’s largest
regional travel promotion
organization.
• Hosted a “Myrtle Beach Meets
the Big Apple” immersion tour
for editors in New York City
and subsequent luncheons
and desk-side visits to editors
throughout New Jersey and in
Philadelphia.
• Held a press conference at
the chamber announcing
the USBA (United States
Basketball Association)
National Championship to be
held in Myrtle Beach. Mike
Minter, USBA director and
Carolina Panther, attended.
• Held a “Celebration of the
South Strand” for South Strand
members. The event was
hosted by the chamber’s South
Strand Council.
• Placed second in Yahoo!’s
“World’s Best Beaches” traveler
poll. According to Yahoo.
com, Myrtle Beach scored an
impressive 4½ stars out of five
stars in a poll that elicited 679
responses.
• Held 16 educational classes: Two
sessions of “Excel-Basic Training”
with 32 people attending;
“Business Ethics” enjoyed by
16 people; “Customer Service
Boot Camp” with 32 people
attending; two sessions of “Excel
Intermediate Training” enjoyed
by 28 people; “QuickBooks
Review” enjoyed by 16 people;
“Getting the Word out With
Online Newsletters” with
11 people attending; “Sales
Training” with 16 people in
attendance; “Next Generation
Internet Marketing” enjoyed by
23 people; “Communicating
to Influence” with 27 people
attending; “Outlook Training”
enjoyed by 14 people; “Search
Engine Unveiled” with 22 people
in attendance; “Leadership
Training” enjoyed by 19 people;
“QuickBooks Review” with 12
people attending; and “How to
Globally Market South Carolina”
attended by 82 people.
• Booked 44,046 room nights
into member properties,
Distributed 137 leads to
convention and motorcoach
lead service subscribers. Serviced
52 groups representing 14,370.
Exhibited at eight trade shows
promoting to the group market
and 12 travel shows promoting to
the consumer market.
• Fulfilled 173,794 qualified
inquiries.
• Answered 27,892 phone calls in
our Call Center. Received 42,910
phone calls through the Myrtle
Beach Marketing Co-op. Greeted
30,377 visitors at our welcome
centers.
• Welcomed 100 new members.
• Held two Connections
Marketplace enjoyed by 107
members.
• Introduced 58 members during
three Warm Welcome Receptions
(new member orientation).
• Hosted three Business After
Hours with 819 members
attending
• Celebrated nine ribbon-cutting
ceremonies: Valentine Sagefield
Vineyards & Winery, Century 21
Coastal Lifestyles, NHC Health
Care/Garden City, LLC, Jackson
Hewitt Tax Service, A & D Tile
& Grout Restoration, Waccamaw
Community Foundation,
Winestyles, World Market and
Local Beach Trader.
• Assisted 121 travel writers. Sent
26 news releases and/or public
service announcements. Chamber
and CVB received more than 146
mentions in media stories.
• The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber
of Commerce/CVB hosted 50+
travel editors and writers at a
NYC press launch on March 27.
Staff members had appointments
with several media including the
New York Times, USA Today and
the Philadelphia Inquirer. These
efforts were made possible by the
hard work of your chamber PR
team and PR agency M Booth &
Associates.
• Assisted 21 travel writers. Sent
26 news releases and/or public
service announcements. Chamber
and CVB received more than
146 mentions in media stories.
• Noted 868,760 Web visits at
VisitMyBeach.com.
• Recorded 3,831,171 page views
at VisitMyBeach.com.
• Logged 49,719 click throughs
(referrals) to members’ Web sites
through the Business Directory on
MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com.
• Recorded 719,668 referrals
from paid advertisements
(member links on one of
VisitMyBeach.com’s main
navigational pages–Lodging,
Transportation, Dining, Things
to Do, Golf, etc.)
Eight Join Chamber Board
The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce’s board
of directors has approved the appointments of eight new
members to its board of directors. The new members will
begin their three-year terms July 1, 2007.
Jimmy Kimbel, Tidelands Bank; Jason Anderson,
Atlantica Resorts; Will McIntosh, Intellistrand;
Ryan Swaim, Dunes Beach and Golf Vacations;
Bob Barenburg, Myrtle Beach Hilton; Ross Martin, Sea
Crest Resorts; Gary Wortel, The Sun News; and Sarah
Boling, CENTURY 21–Boling and Associates.
About the Chamber
The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is a
membership organization supported by more than
2,400 businesses and nonprofit organizations. The
organizations, and the individuals representing them,
join together for the purpose of promoting the civic
and economic progress of our community. The area’s
economic success and quality of life is directly impacted
by the work the chamber performs. Because of this, the
Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce will have a
major impact on the future of the Grand Strand.
Purpose
There are three primary functions performed by the
chamber:
1. Promote business: The chamber serves as the primary
destination marketing organization and promotes the
tourism industry out-of-market. The chamber also
provides numerous opportunities for local businesses
to promote themselves to visitors, residents and other
businesses.
2. Protect business: The chamber seeks to influence
legislation and regulation by local, state and federal
governments in a proactive manner, supporting
legislation that benefits businesses and the communities
they reside in and, where necessary, opposing legislation
that unnecessarily inhibits businesses.
3. Improve business: The chamber offers a multitude
of programs and services that assist businesses and/or
individuals.
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The Conway National Bank announced the
following management changes: Byran
Huggins was named vice president and senior
security officer, John Proctor was named
banking officer, Jeffrey Singleton was named
assistant vice president, Carol Butler was
promoted to banking officer and Whitney
Hughes was welcomed as a new banking
officer.
Edward Jones financial advisory Florence
Shelly of Surfside Beach recently received the
Jack Phelan Blue Blazer Award for outstanding
performance over the past year.
The 2007 spring season for the Grand Strand
Miracle League has kicked off at the James C.
Benton Miracle League Field located behind
Pepper Geddings Recreation Center in Myrtle
Beach. The Miracle League was formed in
2001 to provide the opportunity to play
baseball for children with mental and physical
challenges.
Hart Realty & Property Management is pleased
to announce the following agents have joined
their firm in the area of general brokerage:
Mike and Rhonda Dorman, Harry Stokes,
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members about the impact of construction in
our area and the need for I-73.
The National Association of Women in
Construction celebrated its 10th Annual
Women in Construction Week March 4-10
2007. During WIC Week, the Myrtle Beach
Chapter participated in a variety of projects,
Gerd Schramm and Peggy Hart. Margi
including donating supplies and painting the
Moore and Peggy Buck joined in new home
porch at the Horry County Shelter Home
sales.
and hosting a special luncheon honoring their
employers. The NAWIC Vision Award 2007
The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association was given to Buck Smathers, president of
International recognized LHWH Advertising
Dixie Paint Co., and Paul Prevatte, president
and Public Relations with two Adrian Awards
of North Strand Mechanical. The chapter
for advertising excellence at the Annual
also received a proclamation from the mayor
HSMAI Adrian Awards Show. LHWH
of Myrtle Beach and the governor of South
was one of only two agencies in the entire
Carolina, declaring March 4-10 WIC Week. A
Southeastern United States to be recognized for NAWIC billboard was displayed in the Windy
its work. The agency’s winning entries received Hill Section of North Myrtle Beach.
Bronze Adrians for a brochure and a Web site
for the interactive attraction MagiQuest.
Sheriar Press recently received high honors for
printing excellence at the 40th annual PICA
HTC launched its new corporate Web site at
Awards competition, hosted by the Printing
htcinc.net. The new site has been streamlined
Industry of the Carolinas. Sheriar Press
to take visitors directly to one of eight
received more awards than any other printing
major categories–Internet, Wireless, Cable,
company in North and South Carolina with 35
Telephone, Home Integration, Business
total awards consisting of 16 Best of Category,
Services, About HTC and Customer Service.
13 Special Judges Awards and six Awards of
Excellence.
Danna Lilly, director of sales with the Myrtle
Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau,
Pool Services Corp. is celebrating its 10th
recently earned the designation of certified
anniversary. The business was founded in 1997
meeting professional by the Convention
by Mark Coldwell. The company repairs and
Industry Council. services commercial and residential swimming
pools.
Members of the Myrtle Beach Chapter of the
National Association of Women in Construction, Mark Coldwell, president and CEO of Pool
American Institute of Architects and Grand
Services Corp., recently completed the Aquatic
Strand Chapter Construction Specifications
Facility Operator Instructors course. Coldwell
Institute recently held a joint meeting where
will be instructing the AFO course in the
Brad Dean, president and CEO of the Myrtle
community.
Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, talked to
Welcome New Members
Art Henry’s Myrtle Beach
Adventures
Tours-Operators & Promoters
Art Henry
P.O. Box 23766
Nashville, TN 37202
(615) 386-9301
(800) 223-4581
Beach Motorsports
Amusements
Bill Meken
4300 Hwy. 501 N.
(843) 267-2038
beachmotorsports.net
Beazer Homes
Builders
Audrey Leer
1107 48th Ave. N., Ste. 110
(843) 839-2767
beazer.com
C-Aire
Air Conditioning & Heating
Kristine Ziegler
2765 Hugo Rd.
Conway, SC 29527
(843) 397-6568
Coastal Tours
Tours-Operators & Promoters
Ginny Howell
46 Lanier Rd., Ste. B
Jekyll Island, GA 31527
(912) 635-2697
(800) 260-0470
coastaltoursinc.com
Cowboy’s Nightlife
Restaurant-Bar/Pub
Frank Cilla
1019 Hwy. 17 S.
N. Myrtle Beach, SC 29582-3702
(843) 272-4545
cowboysnightlife.net
Dr. Rootbeer’s Hall of Foam
Restaurant-Fast Casual
Linda Perrelli-Gundrum
4912-C Hwy. 17 S.
N. Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
(843) 663-5628
Dunes Medical
Solutions Spa
Salon/Spa Services
Jill Franklin
1410 S. Kings Hwy.
(843) 448-2210
IPA
Insurance
Sherry Servia
409B 72nd Ave. N.
(843) 685-2366
Kara Stovall Photography
Photographers
Kara Stovall
3577 Hwy. 17 Business
(843) 446-2051
karastovallphotography.com
La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries
Furniture-Dealers
Steve Mechum
565 Market Ct.
(910) 796-0089
Meridian Management
Solutions, LLC
Consultants
Thomas Raub
2411 N. Oak St., Ste. 305-B
(843) 444-5602
meridianmanagementsolutions.com
MetalDetectorRentals.com
Rental Services
Joel Ball
1348 Pinelake Rd.
Marion, SC 29571
(803) 237-2302
metaldetectorrentals.com
Monterey Bay Homes, LLC
Builders
Elle Brigman
4420 Oleander Dr., Ste.202
(843) 946-7120
arhomes.com
Myrtle Beach V.I.P. Card
Discount-Cards
Raymond Elling
623 Camden Cir.
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
(843) 235-9847
myrtlebeachvipcard.com
Palmer Enterprises-Identity Theft
Protection/Compliance
Services
Ann Palmer
311 Sunnyside Ave.
(843) 357-1706
1wp.com/go/palmerenterprises
Palmetto Ordnance and
Environmental Services, LLC
Consultants
Edward Huguenin
3681 Renee Dr., Ste. 140
(843) 421-2303
palmetto-oes.com/palmetto
Paynesville Enterprise Co., Inc.
Real Estate-Condo/Cottages
Jann Maples
1312 Madison Dr.
N. Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
(843) 272-1931
paynesvilleproperties.com
Prudential Source One Properties
Real Estate Company
Steve Rayborn
10698 Ocean Hwy.
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
(843) 979-6347
(800) 734-9104
sourceonecommunities.com
Sea Mist Oceanfront Resort
Real Estate-Condo/Cottages
Carla Kempton
1200 S. Ocean Blvd.
(843) 448-1551
(800) 732-6478
SeaMist.com
Shanti Yoga Studio
Health-Wellness
Dawn Yager
1222 Stalvey Ave.
(843) 476-5444
South Carolina Bank
and Trust
Banks
Regina Taylor
1550 Oak St.
(843) 839-8610
SCBTonline.com
Sports Zone/Power Playz
Arcade & Batting Cages
Indoor Sports Facility
David Frost
304 E. Hwy. 90-A
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 249-4386
sportszonecenter.com
Surfside Granite
Tile/Marble
Christian Bovey
309 Sandy Ln.
Surfside Beach, SC 29575
(843) 238-1260
surfsidegranite.com
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Restaurant-Cafe
Diana Bromwell
2000 Coastal Grand Cir., Ste. 332
(843) 839-3913
Worldclaim Global Claims
Management
Insurance-Adjusters
Andrew Fusco
2151 Bridgeview Ct.-Villa One,
Apt. 1401
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
(843) 390-2734
(800) 470-4700
worldclaim.net
Sprint
Cellular Telephone Systems
Rick Canfield
2000 Coastal Grand Cir.
(843) 444-9123
(888) 211-4727
sprint.com
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County
Horry
Georgetown
2006
Rate
2007
Rate
119,440
7.3
128,840
6.9
28,050
9.1
28,500
8.7
$258,669
$248,135
Jan.
-4.1%
$455,255 Feb.
$477,076 +5.7%
Dec.
+68.0%
$16,386
$27,530
Jan.
-0.4%
$22,041
$21,949
Accommodations
Tax Collections
Feb.
+24.4%
$25,156
$31,303
Jan. Admissions Tax
2007
% Change
$301,091
+3.1%
$53,530
+29.2%
Jan. Airport Activity
KEY
2005
2006
2007
Myrtle Beach
Unincorporated
North
Myrtle Beach
Surfside
Beach
Georgetown
County
30
355
19
6
43
$5,859,591
$53,653,935
$7,228,621
$964,192
$8,665,497
Multi-Family Bldgs
40
371
0
0
3
Multi-Family Units
324
659
0
0
19
$53,139,723
$73,022,021
0
0
$1,713,011
Location
County
2006
2007
% Change
$571,216,731 $523,457,136 -8.4%
Horry
Georgetown $99,539,211 $79,379,497 -20.3%
Arrivals
Departures
Dec.
$366,897 +39.8%
Residential Construction Permits January - ‘07
Jan. Gross Retail Sales
County
2006
$291,980
Horry
Georgetown $41,437
HORRY County
Jan. Unemployment
$262,351
Georgetown County
ECONOMIC INDICATORS
Single Family Units
Single Family
Units Cost
Multi-Family
Bldgs Cost
Residential Construction Permits January - ‘06
Location
Single Family Units
Single Family
Units Cost
Myrtle Beach
Unincorporated
North
Myrtle Beach
Surfside
Beach
Georgetown
County
7
484
20
0
47
$1,515,926
$63,188,529
$5,319,845
0
$9,635,430
2006
2007
% Change
Multi-Family Bldgs
2
33
2
0
3
30,749
35,736
+16.2%
Multi-Family Units
437
363
123
0
15
31,663
36,352
+14.8%
$14,000,000
$38,020,486
$19,102,898
0
$1,005,812
Multi-Family
Bldgs Cost
Warm Welcome
(L to R): Alan Levy, Sea One Family Chiropractic; Sharon Tietz, Edward Jones; Yvette Martin,
Encore Gift Baskets; Alex Holbert, Prudential Burroughs & Chapin Realty Inc. South Strand Office;
Don Hall, Boys and Girls Club of the Grand Strand; Kathy Herbaugh, Landmark Resort; Shellie
Jernigan, VMDirect/Helloworld; John McGuire, Ghosts and Legends Theatre/Myrtle Beach Ghost
Walk.
Thanks to BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina for providing refreshments for the reception.
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PR
by Megan Winnett, MBACC associate public relations manager
NYC Press Launch: “The Grand Strand Meets the Big Apple”
On March 27, over 50 travel editors from top-notch
national travel and lifestyle publications such as
Parenting, Family Circle, Budget Travel, Woman’s
Day, Travel + Leisure Golf, Golf Digest, Travel Agent,
and Hotel Business took a walk along the Grand
Strand. However, the media did not leave New York
City–the Grand Strand was brought to them. With
the help of M Booth & Associates and representatives
from the Myrtle Beach area, the 26+ Helen Mills
Theater in New York City was turned into the warm
welcoming and beautiful Grand Strand. Attendees
were surrounded by Myrtle Beach area photography,
art, music, flowers and hammocks along with two
performances from All That!, the Carolina Opry’s
famous dance troupe. The media in attendance
mingled with Myrtle Beach representatives to learn
about all of the exciting offerings that our 60 miles
of beach™ provides to visitors.
Inquirer to promote the Myrtle Beach destination for
all demographics.
In conjunction with the NYC press launch,
Eric Wagner, a Myrtle Beach area chef, cooked up
Lowcountry cuisine for a radio interview with Food
Talk with Micheal Colameco and a broadcast segment
with News 12 in Connecticut on their “What’s
Cooking” show. Along with cooking some of the
Grand Strand’s famous shrimp and grits, Wagner spoke
about the destination and
the different restaurant
and food options that
are offered in the Myrtle
Beach area.
I would like to thank
everyone that helped make
the events such a success
for the Myrtle Beach
destination. It took a lot of
hard work and cooperation
of everyone involved and
we would not have been
able to make these events
a success without your
help. So a very big gracious
“thank you” goes out to all!
We had an overwhelming positive response from the
travel media in attendance. Many inquiries have been
made for additional information on the area and
possible visits and stories that will result from this
event. We have already started to see results that will
continue over the next few months and years.
In the days following the NYC press launch, media
tours were conducted in New Jersey and Philadelphia.
We had desk side visits with travel editors of
publications such as USA Today, Travel Weekly,
Meetings & Conventions Magazine and Philadelphia
Photographs of the beach and area amusements hang from the walls of the
famous 26+ Helen Mills Theater in New York City as the Myrtle Beach business
community introduces the Grand Strand to the NYC media.
You can reach
Megan Winnett at
(843) 916-7218 or
[email protected].
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Make your chamber stronger –
Join a chamber committee
Play a vital role in the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. You can make a
difference! By joining a chamber committee your input works toward positive change
in your area of interest. Committee membership is open to all chamber member
businesses and their employees. If you would like to take part in facilitating the many
issues and activities of the chamber, contact Amie Lee, executive project coordinator, at
[email protected] or (843) 916-7238.
The Business Ethics and Standards Committee is a joint committee of the
Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and the Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality
Association, working cooperatively to maintain appropriate business standards in the
Grand Strand community. The Business Ethics and Standards Committee provides a
forum for opportunities to improve service and visitor experience while visiting the
Myrtle Beach area.
MBACC Committees
The Membership Committee oversees the programs and services designed to serve
the chamber’s members. This committee seeks to grow the chamber’s membership by
attracting new members and retaining current members.
The Marketing and Advertising Committee oversees the various activities related
to marketing of tourism for the Myrtle Beach Area. The committee is responsible
for recommending to the chamber board the annual marketing plan and any related
activities as approved by the chamber’s respective committees. The committee is made
up of five sub-committees: Advertising, Publications, Technology-Based Marketing,
Promotions and the Convention Bureau.
The Finance Committee reviews regular financial statements of the chamber and
oversees the audit and budget process.
The Legislative Policy Council monitors public policy as it relates to the business
community and studies issues relevant to the chamber’s membership. This council
recommends stances to be taken on specific legislative proposals and coordinates with
other entities to evaluate possible or necessary legislation.
The Convention Bureau Committee, a subcommittee of the Marketing and
Advertising Committee, oversees various initiatives designed to increase the level of
group occupancy. Key markets include corporate meetings, association meetings, group
tours, international tourism and sports events. This committee also oversees the full
slate of consumer travel shows designed to grow leisure travel.
The Growth and Development Committee evaluates information and trends that
impact the future growth and development of the area. The committee collaborates
with other entities, including the Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development
Corp., to proactively influence policies and procedures related to growth and
development.
The Publications Committee, a subcommittee of the Marketing and Advertising
Committee, oversees the production of chamber publications and certain display
advertising. The committee has a twofold purpose. First, to set, solicit, and award
printer bids. Second, to establish and approve the advertising guidelines for chamber
publications and displays.
The Small Business Council serves as the voice of small business and acts as an
advocate and resource for small business members.
The North Strand Council is made up of chamber business members located in the
North Strand area. Their primary role is to address issues and interests of businesses in
the North Strand and coordinate with other organizations with common goals.
The Technology-Based Marketing Committee oversees the various activities related
to the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Myrtle Beach Area Convention
& Visitors Bureau presence on the Internet. It promotes Web marketing and
e-commerce.
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The South Strand Council is made up of chamber business members located in the
South Strand area. Their primary role is to address issues and interests of businesses in
the South Strand and coordinate with other organizations with common goals.
Event
Date/Time
Location
Cost
Register
Deadline
It’s waterfront dining in the fishing village
of Murrells Inlet. Enjoy a casual evening of
networking, delicious cuisine and exciting
door prizes. Unforgettable, fun and lively …
it’s Business After Hours at Spud’s Waterfront
Dining.
Win a free membership list! Network with at least
10 different people, bring their business cards to
Business After Hours
May 31, 4:15-7 p.m.
Spud’s Waterfront Dining
4123 Hwy. 17 Business
Murrells Inlet
Free, value-added benefit of
membership
MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com, click
on Business Connections, or call
(843) 916-7250
May 28
the registration table and enter a drawing for a
free membership list.
Networking Tip: Follow through quickly and
efficiently on referrals you are given. When people
give you referrals, your actions are a reflection on
them. Respect and honor that and your referrals
will grow.
Grand Strand
Technology Council
There is general recognition that technologybased businesses tend to “cluster” with similar
type businesses in geographic regions. In fact,
technology professionals as individuals also seem
to want to interact directly with other similarly
trained persons to gain additional knowledge,
ideas and develop potential enhancing
partnerships.
If this description fits you and your business,
mark your calendar for the first organizational
meeting of the Grand Strand Technology
Business Council. The informational program
Join members of your Myrtle Beach Area Chamber
of Commerce for an exciting morning of networking.
You’ll make new contacts and expand your business
opportunities in a relaxed and fun environment.
will be held June 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ocean
Club at Grande Dunes, 101 Grande Dunes
Boulevard. Cost for this event is $25 per person
and includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres
and beverages. Reservations may be made at
MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com, click
on Education/Technology Council.
Learn More: John Sanders, chairman of the
Grand Strand Technology Business Council and
managing director of Infotech Strategies, at
(843) 491-6060 or by e-mail at
[email protected]
Date/Time
May 10, 7:30-9:15 a.m.
Location
Springmaid Beach Conference Center
3200 S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach
(Adjacent to the Springmaid Beach
Resort Hotel with lots of free parking)
Cost
$10 per person (includes breakfast)
Sorry, no refunds or rescheduling
Register
(click on Business Connections)
Questions? Call (843) 916-7225
Deadline
May 7
Looking to fine tune your networking skills? Make plans to
attend a “speed networking” event. Similar to speed dating,
Connections Marketplace provides an easy way to get a taste of
networking in a structured environment. Networkers meet each
person for one minute, which is just enough time to exchange
basic information and contact data. By the end of the morning,
attendees leave with contacts from a wide range of professions.
At Connections Marketplace, you’ll be seated at tables of eight.
Participants are each given one minute to introduce themselves
and their company to other members at the table. After
everyone has had a turn, you have two minutes for networking.
You then move to the next table and begin again.
Bring a minimum of 50 business cards to exchange and display
on the share table (a table for your business cards, brochures,
product samples, etc.)
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Be a Star
Jenny Chestnut
Facility Manager
North State Storage
4630 Dick Pond Road
(843) 293-9400
northstatestoragecom
Chamber Member Since: February 1999
North State Storage provides customers self-storage solutions that are convenient, clean and safe. The facility’s on-site
managers are committed to providing professional, friendly service and advice.
North State Storage, located at 4630 Dick Pond Road, offers
o
Interior 1st and 2nd Floor Units
o
Standard Drive-Up Access
o
Boat, Camper, RV Storage
The storage center also provides high tech state of the art security, fenced/controlled access gate and perimeter lighting.
Jenny Chestnut, facility manager at North State Storage, shares her insight into the company and the storage industry.
Tell us a little bit about yourself–work history, how long you have lived in the area, how long have you worked for
North State Storage? I am a native–born and raised in Aynor. I have two children, Beth, 8, and Aidan, 3, and my husband
Adam. I have worked for North State for three years. Just recently, I took over from my mother Sara, who ran the property for
four years. She did such a wonderful job; I’m just trying to keep that same good mentality that she had going on.
What is your role as facility manager? Making sure everyone is happy, even through that does not always happen, we do
try. I move tenants in and out, do marketing, and anything to make sure everything is running good.
Tell us about North State Storage. Number of employees? Years in operation? We have three employees: myself, Denise
Graham, who is my assistant manager, and Toby Lunsford, general maintenance. We have been in operation for over eight
years in this location. North State also has a facility in Rock Hill, S.C., and eight locations in North Carolina. We are in the
process of expanding more now.
What makes North State Storage different from the other storage facilities in the area? Why should someone choose
your facility? We try to make it a personal experience. We want the customer to feel secure about leaving their things with us.
Just as if they were leaving it with friends. We have 24 hours access. We provide carts for the customers to use so they are
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Be a Star, Continued
not carrying one box at a time to the unit. We also have a
freight elevator for the second floor, so it is an easy fit for
a couch or anything large. With all of this you still get that
Southern hospitality.
What’s a typical day like? The phone ringing, customers
making payments, questions about the facility. We try to
accommodate all of our customers when and if we can.
What has the chamber done for you? Introduced me to a lot
of new business contacts.
Anything else you would like to add … Come in and see me
if you need storage. We have great summer specials now. Half
off first full month of rent and lots more. We also have a $50
referral incentive. If you refer someone to us, we will send you a
check for $50. Easy cash!
What do you enjoy most about your job? Meeting all the
new people. It’s funny when they ask how long you have been
here and you tell them born and raised. They say no wonder
you never left, the beach is wonderful. The sit and talk forever
about where they came from and why they are moving. We
talk about the growth and how much the area has changed
over the years. It’s also nice to hear about other parts of the
world.
What makes it challenging? Getting the sale! I want to try
and meet each and every customer’s individual needs. They
need to feel that this is the best deal and place for them.
How’s the storage industry in the Myrtle Beach area?
Great!! The business is here and coming. You just have to get
it when it walks in the door.
Since we drew your card from those who attended
chamber events, you must have attended at least one
chamber activity. What benefits/services have you taken
advantage of? None so far, besides the expo. I plan on
looking at them though.
Has your membership been worthwhile? Yes, it helps get
your name in the area.
Member Anniversaries for May
32 Years
Grand Strand Vacations/
Grand Strand Realty
28 Years
Studebaker’s
Tricia-Lyn Motel
27 Years
Litchfield Country Club
26 Years
Possum Trot Golf Club
25 Years
Cane Patch Par 3
24 Years
All American Ads
Greenwall Construction Service Inc.
23 Years
Dandelion, Ltd.
20 Years
Days Inn Surfside Beach Resort
First Citizens Bank-Socastee
19 Years
Stages Video Productions Inc.
18 Years
Avista Resort
Nibils at Surfside Pier
Teacher’s Touch Inc.
17 Years
Darden Jewelers
Holbert & Holbert, PA
Studio K Inc.
16 Years
Beach Vacations, LLC.
C.A. Timbes Vending and Food Services
Damon’s Oceanfront
Eagles Beachwear-6613 N. Kings Hwy.
Eagles Beachwear-1000 S. Kings
Eagles Beachwear-1109 Hwy 544
Eagles Beachwear-1709 N. Kings
Eagles Beachwear-2700 Hwy 17 S.
Kirk’s 1890 Ice Cream Parlor
Second Avenue Pier
15 Years
Lesnik Himmelsbach Wilson
Hearl Advertising Inc.
The Pier At Garden City
14 Years
Advantage Real Estate Inc.
Captain Hook’s Adventure Golf
Ocean View Retreat
Outback Steakhouse-MB
13 Years
Active Glass & Mirror Co.
Beacon Safe & Lock Inc.
Commercial Landtec Corp.
Harrelson Construction Co.
The Hoffman Group Inc.
Myrtle Beach Woman’s Club
North Myrtle Beach Property Management
Peachtree Electrical Services
Responsive Solutions Inc.
Spring House Family Restaurant-MB
Spring House Family Restaurant-NMB
Starwood of Myrtle Beach Inc.
12 Years
Coastal Expeditions Inc.
Habitat for Humanity of Horry County Inc.
Hawaiian Rumble Miniature Golf
Myrtle Beach Golf Desk
Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf
Red Lobster-Hwy. 17 N.
11 Years
Strand Import & Distributors Inc.
10 Years
Hines Insurance Services
International Resort & Golf Resources Inc.
9 Years
Animal Emergency Hospital
Atlantic Home Mortgage
Myrtlewood Villas
Summer Wind
Traffic Patrol Broadcasting
8 Years
All Pro-Motions
Apartment and Corporate Relocation Services
Myrtle Beach Hotels.com
One Source Building Technologies
Score Magazine
Staybridge Suites
7 Years
Anchor Taxi
Best Golf Cars
Grande Dunes Development Co. LLC
Grande Dunes Properties
Management Recruiters of Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach Guide Inc.
Myrtle Beach Shrine Club
Ocean Watersports
6 Years
Children’s Recovery Center
Lazer FX Lazer Tag
Lively Distributors Inc.
Peoples Underwriters, Inc.-Myrtle Beach
Strand Storage Center
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6 Years, Continued
Thomas Supply Company Inc.-Conway
Thomas Supply Company Inc.-Murrells Inlet
Thomas Supply Company Inc.-Little River
Thomas Supply Company Inc.-Myrtle Beach
Thomas Supply Company Inc.-Georgetown
Watkins Services Inc.
Wild Wing Plantation
5 Years
Elliott Realty GMAC Real Estate Sales
Hope Taylor & Company
Muirfield Homes
Myrtle Beach Storage and Business Centre, LLC
Rape Crisis Center
RBC Centura Bank-Oak Street
The Salvation Army of Conway/Horry County
4 Years
Benji’s Bed & Breakfast
Century 21 Seacoast Realty
Farmstead Golf Links
Ghosts and Legends Theatre/
Myrtle Beach Ghost Walk
John C. Zilinsky, Attorney at Law
Light Waight Ltd.-Beach House
Meadowlands Golf Club
Phillips Seafood Restaurant
Piggly Wiggly-Surfside Beach
Starwood Travel
3 Years
Avista Resort
Best Western Guest Inn
Carter Studios Inc.
Century 21 McAlpine-Myrtle Beach
Eastern Carolina Fire Protection Inc.
Extra Holidays
H.B. Springs Company Inc.-Real Estate
Hibbits Insurance Inc.
Lakeside Crossing
LandMax Real Estate Inc.
Site Tech Systems
Weichert Realtors Southern CoastNorth Myrtle Beach
2 Years
Anderson General Insurance
Atlantic Dunes Rental Management Co.
Atlantic Foodservice Repairs
BWMG Professional Cleaning Services
Harbourgate Resort & Marina
L. Dean Weaver Construction Co. Inc.
Lindsay, Stone & Briggs Inc.
Ocean Resorts, LLC
Prince Resort at the Cherry Grove Pier
Retro Active
Right Coast Inc.
SharedCare Inc.
SurfsideBeachREALTOR.com
1 Year
Able Body Labor
Arby’s / R.D. Management, LLC-NMB
Boondocks River Grill
Brandon Advertising & Public Relations
Bridgewater Academy Charter School
Caldwell Pools Inc.
Captain George’s Seafood Restaurant
Carolina Car Care Inc.
Carolina Grande-Bluegreen Corporation
Chastain Real Estate Investments & Property
Management
City Cafe
Coastal Monogram of Myrtle Beach Inc.
Cooper Communications
Digital Arts
Dirty Don’s
Dr Michael Cole
First Data Corporation
Five Guys Burgers & Fries
Ginger Stenborg-REALTOR ColdwellBanker Chicora Real Estate
Great Places, LLC
Greg Ormsby Consulting, LLC
Hart Realty & Property Management
Hertz Car Rental
Hitchcock Insurance
Hole Lot of Bagels & Subs
Holly Markt-Coldwell Banker Chicora
Horry Georgetown Technical CollegeGeorgetown Campus
Horry Georgetown Technical CollegeGrand Strand Campus
Horry Georgetown Technical CollegeNorth Myrtle Beach Off-Campus Site
Horry Independent
HTC Yellow Pages
Insystcom
J. Kenley, LTD
Kids Voting of Horry County
Lucky Dog Television Productions
Meeler Consulting Inc.
Myrtle Beach Caddy Girls
New England Financial
RAS Retail Group Inc.
d/b/a Vanity-Myrtle Beach
RAS Retail Group Inc.
d/b/a Vanity-North Myrtle Beach
Realty Executives Elite
Redline Powersports
Resorts Transportation
Ryland Homes
Sea Glass Tower-Bluegreen Corporation
Small Business Technology Partners LLC
Smith’s Landscaping Inc.
Step Up! A Community Volunteer Network,
A Division of Coastal Carolina University
Target Media
Target Trips
Units Mobile Storage of Myrtle Beach Inc.
Unity Christ Church
Vaught Electric Inc.
The Wellness Council for
Coastal South Carolina
Xango-Jenafor Braley Distributor
The Yoga Room Shaolin Kung Fu Studios
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies
Department 56
1209 Celebrity Cir.
(843) 626-2143
Department56.com
NHC Health Care/Garden City, LLC
9405 Hwy. 17 Byp.
(843) 650-2213
United Chiropractic
3705 Renee Dr.
(843) 903-3507
may-june calendar
May 8
8 a.m.
Myrtle Beach Ambassadors
Pat Creed, 916-7225
May 8
9 a.m.
PowerPoint Training
Blakely Jenkins, 916-7232*
May 8
3:30 a.m.
Executive Committee
Amie Lee, 916-7238
May 8
4 p.m.
North Strand Council
Andrea Bonewicz, 916-7240
May 9
8 a.m.
South Strand Ambassadors
Pat Creed, 916-7225
May 9
8:30 a.m.
Idiots Proof Guide to Customer Loyalty
May 10
7:30 a.m.
Connections Marketplace
Pat Creed, 916-7225*
May 10
12:30 p.m.
South Strand Council
Faye Creel, 651-1010
May 15
9 a.m.
Introduction to Online Marketing
May 15
2:30 p.m.
Finance Review Committee
Shirley Landry, 916-7203
May 15
3:30 p.m.
Board of Directors
Amie Lee, 916-7238
May 17
9 a.m.
Small Business Council
May 23
8 a.m.
Immigration and Wage and Hour Updates
May 29
8:30 a.m.
Pat Creed, 916-7225
May 31
4:15 p.m.
Business After Hours
Respond at 916-7250*
June 5
9 a.m.
Stress and Detoxing
June 6
3:30 p.m.
Convention Bureau Committee
Wendy Tipi, 916-7264
June 12
8 a.m.
Myrtle Beach Ambassadors
Pat Creed, 916-7225
June 12
9 a.m.
June 12
3:30 p.m.
Excel Training
Executive Committee
June 12
4 p.m.
North Strand Council
June 13
8 a.m.
South Strand Ambassadors
Pat Creed, 916-7225
June 13
9 a.m.
Conflict Resolution
June 14
9 a.m.
Membership Committee
June 14
12:30 p.m.
South Strand Council
Faye Creel, 651-1010
June 18
9:05 a.m.
Legislative Policy Council
Kate Miles, 916-7234
June 19
2:30 p.m.
Finance Review Committee
Shirley Landry, 916-7203
June 19
3:30 p.m.
Board of Directors
Amie Lee, 916-7238
June 20
9 a.m.
Driving Traffic to Your Web Site
June 20
7:30 p.m.
Hospitality Partnership Networking Bash
Respond at 916-7318*
June 21
9 a.m.
Small Business Council
June 25
10 a.m.
Ethics Committee
Sandy Haines, 916-7243
June 26
3 p.m.
Pat Creed, 916-7225*
June 28
11:30 a.m.
Business During Hours
Respond at 916-7250**
Amie Lee, 916-7238
*For the most current meeting/event dates and times and to register, visit MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com
Kori Hippe
Member Communications Manager
Colleen Octeau Graphic Designer
Diana Greene Vice President Membership Programs and Services
The Grand Strander, official newsletter of the Myrtle Beach Area
Chamber of Commerce, is published the first Tuesday of every month.
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