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October 7, 2010
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June 8, 2010
Event Field Trip
Topic Daimler Vans Manufacturing LLC Site Tour
Andreas Maas, President & CEO, Daimler Vans Manufacturing LLC Site Tour
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:45 p.m. - be sure to wear closed-toe shoes.
Location To be announced -
[Details]
 
May 11, 2010
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Government and Culture in SE Asia - One Woman's Perspective"
Speaker Pam Zaresk, former Area Port Director, U.S. Customs and Border Protection and US Department of State contractor in SE Asia
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Charleston Area Convention Center - 5001 Coliseum Drive - Charleston, SC 29418 - Venue: (843) 747-1882
[Details][Bio]
 
April 13, 2010
Event Annual Banquet
Topic "The Charleston Soirée", CWIT's 8th Annual Banquet
Feature CWIT's Premier Event ~ The Charleston Soirée
8th Annual Banquet
Time Cocktails, Networking, and Music start at 6:00 p.m., and the Dinner Program starts at 7:00 p.m.
Location The Doubletree Guest Suites Charleston - Historic District - 181 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 577-2644
 
March 9, 2010
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "CBP and the World Around Us"
Speaker Robert Fencel, Area Port Director, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Charleston Area Convention Center - 5001 Coliseum Drive - Charleston, SC 29418 - Venue: (843) 747-1882
 
February 9, 2010
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Environmental Issues confronting the Logistics Industry"
Speaker "Nina Marshtein, PG of SCS Engineers, Leads a Panel on the Environmental Issues confronting the Logistics Industry"
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Charleston Area Convention Center - 5001 Coliseum Drive - Charleston, SC 29418 - Venue: (843) 747-1882
[Web]
 
January 12, 2010
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic Future of Charleston's Ports
Speaker James I. (Jim) Newsome, III, President and CEO, South Carolina State Ports Authority
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Embassy Suites Hotel & Convention Center, 5055 International Blvd., Charleston, S.C. 29418 - Venue: (843) 747-1882
 
November 10, 2009
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Join CWIT in welcoming Elizabeth Colbert-Busch, Clemson University Restoration Institute for a discussion on Windmill Energy"
Speaker Elizabeth Colbert-Busch, Director of Development, Clemson University Restoration Institute, on Windmill Energy
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Hilton Garden Inn (Charleston Airport), 5265 International Boulevard, North Charleston, South Carolina, USA 29418 - Hotel: 843-308-9330
[Web][Bio] [News] [Map]
 
October 13, 2009
Event Field Trip
Topic "Food Bank Site Visit"
Host Food Bank Site Visit for a first hand look at the facilities mass distribution processes.
Time Arrival time will be provided upon confirmation of reservation.
Location Event directions will be emailed upon reservation confirmation. - Email: [email protected]
 
October 8, 2009
Event Fundraising and Networking Event
Topic "CWIT Annual Auction Affair with a Luau at the Beach!"
Feature CWIT's Luau, where all will enjoy an elaborate Hawaiian feast while bidding on items during the fabulously fun "Auction Affair" ~ Tickets will be available at the Door
Time Starts at 6:00 p.m. and ends at 10:00 p.m. $35.00 per person. Tickets will be available at the Door.
Location 4700 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms, SC 29451 - Venue: (843) 886-6270
 
September 8, 2009
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Discussion on Marketing Strategy and the Economy"
Speaker Alan T. Shao, Ph.D, Dean of the School of Business and Economics at the College of Charleston
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
New Location Hilton Garden Inn (Charleston Airport), 5265 International Boulevard, North Charleston, South Carolina, USA 29418 - Venue: 843-308-9330
[Bio] [News] [CofC]
 
July 14, 2009
Event Networking Event
Topic "Mixer at Facelogic"
Feature Where you will be "pampered"!
Time Starts at 5:30 p.m. and ends at 7:30 p.m.
Location Facelogic Essential Skincare Spa 1948 Long Grove Dr., #2 Shoppes at Seaside Farms Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 - Facelogic: (843) 216-0029
 
June 13, 2009
Event Networking Event
Topic "CWIT Social with Soccer at Blackbaud Stadium"
Feature Game Night with a Soccer Match between "The Charleston Battery" and "The Portland Timbers"
Time RSVP: Call Suzanne Sudzina no later than June 8 at 843-971-GOAL (4625) to purchase tickets. Tickets cost $16.00 per person (Children 3 years and under are admitted free). Join us at 6:30pm for tacos at the CWIT tent. Game starts at 7:30pm, but come early!
Location Blackbaud Stadium, 1990 Daniel Island Drive, Charleston, SC 29492 - Stadium: 843-856-6958
 
June 9, 2009
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "The Connections Between Professional Sports and the Economy of the Lowcountry"
Panel Darren Abbott, President of the Stingrays; Andrew Bell, Director of Public Relations of the Charleston Battery; and a Senior Manager of the Riverdogs
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speakers" time.
Location Hilton Garden Inn (Charleston Airport), 5265 International Boulevard, North Charleston, South Carolina, USA 29418 - Hotel: 843-308-9330
 
May 12, 2009
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Women's Transformational Leadership"
Speaker Ambassador Linda Tarr-Whelan, CEO and President, Tarr-Whelan & Associates
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Hilton Garden Inn (Charleston Airport), 5265 International Boulevard, North Charleston, South Carolina, USA 29418 - Hotel: 843-308-9330
[Web] [Map] [Bio] [Sponsorship]
 
April 14, 2009
Event Annual Banquet
Topic "The Charleston Soirée", CWIT's 7th Annual Banquet Event
Feature CWIT's Premier Event ~ The Charleston Soirée
7th Annual Banquet
Time Cocktails, Networking, and Music start at 6:00 p.m., and the Dinner Program starts at 7:30 p.m.
Location The Doubletree Guest Suites Charleston - Historic District - 181 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843)577-2644
 
Event Members Only Event
Topic 2009 CWIT Membership Appreciation Party
Social Sip, Snack and Stroll into these fine shops: Mary Norton Inc. (International Design), Bits of Lace (Euro Lingerie), and Pierre Deux (French Country). CWIT members will find exclusive offers or gifts-with-purchase at some of these participating retailers!
Time Starts at 5:30 pm - ends at 7:30 pm
Location Event directions to be provided upon RSVP - Email: [email protected]
 
March 10, 2009
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Trading Places: The Port of Charleston in a Global Context"
Speaker Michael Ian Fanning, Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Michelin North America
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Holiday Inn (Charleston Airport and Convention Center) 5264 International Blvd. North Charleston, SC 29418 - Hotel: (843) 572-1261
 
February 10, 2009
Event Professional Development
Topic "Building Bridges, not Walls to Create High-performing Work Cultures and Better Bottom-Line Results"
Speaker Margaret Seidler, Organization Development Consultant and Master Trainer
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Holiday Inn (Charleston Airport and Convention Center) 5264 International Blvd. North Charleston, SC 29418 - Hotel: (843) 572-1261
[Web][Bio] [Book] [Map][Sponsorship]
 
January 13, 2009
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Assessing Economic Challenges and Opportunities for the Lowcountry"
Panel Panel Discussion on Economic Challenges and Opportunities for the Lowcountry with Todd Brown, RBC Bank ~ John McDermott, "The Post and Courier" ~ Molly Parker, "The Charleston Regional Business Journal"
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Holiday Inn (Charleston Airport and Convention Center) 5264 International Blvd. North Charleston, SC 29418 - Hotel: (843) 572-1261
[RBC] [CRBJ] [P&C;] [Submit Panel Question] [Map][Sponsorship]
 
November 11, 2008
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "An Overview of International Trade: Rules, Fairness and How It Affects You"
Speaker Stewart Bauknight, Business Development Director, Landmark Enterprises - Formerly on Staff at the World Trade Organization (WTO)
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Harbour Club - 35 Prioleau Street, Charleston, S.C. 29401 - Venue: (843) 723-9680
 
October 14, 2008
Event Field Trip
Topic "Clemson University Restoration Institute Site Visit"
Host Elizabeth Colbert-Busch, Director of Development, Clemson University Restoration Institute
Details Arrival time will be provided upon confirmation of reservation.
Location Warren Lasch Conservation Center - HL Hunley, 1360 Truxtun Avenue, Suite 300B North Charleston, SC 29405 - Email: [email protected]
[Web] [News] [Bio] [Photos] [Map]
 
October 8, 2008
Event Fundraising and Networking Event
Topic "Oyster Roast Beach Party and Auction"
Professional networking in a relaxed setting at CWIT's premier Oyster Roast Beach Party and Auction
Starts at 6:00 pm - ends at 9:00 pm.
Location Charleston Harbor Resort, Patriots Point overlooking Charleston Harbor from the Covered Terrace and Beach Area - 20 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant, S.C. 29464 - Venue: (843) 284-7075
 
September 9, 2008
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "International Trade - A Key Economic Development Driver"
Speaker Clarke Thompson, Manager, International Department
South Carolina Department of Commerce
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Embassy Suites Hotel & Convention Center (Meeting Room 8 & 9), 5055 International Blvd., Charleston, S.C. 29418 - Venue: (843) 747-1882
[Web][BIO] [Press] [Map]
 
June 10, 2008
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Port Update"
Speaker Bernard (Bernie) S. Groseclose, Jr., President & Chief Executive Officer
S.C. State Ports Authority
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time
Location Harbour Club - 35 Prioleau Street, Charleston, S.C. 29401 - Venue: (843) 723-9680
 
May 13, 2008
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Overview of the Global Logistics Triangle, Jafza and Other Projects"
Speaker Gregg Robinson, Executive Director
Orangeburg County Development Commission
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Harbour Club - 35 Prioleau Street, Charleston, S.C. 29401 - Venue: (843) 723-9680
 
April 15, 2008
Event Annual Banquet
Topic "The Charleston Soirée", CWIT's 6th Annual Banquet Event
Feature CWIT's premier event "The Charleston Soirée", CWIT's 6th Annual Banquet!
Time Cocktails, Networking, and Music start at 6:00 p.m., and the Dinner Program starts at 7:30 p.m.
Location The Doubletree Guest Suites Charleston - Historic District - 181 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843)577-2644
 
March 11, 2008
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Homeland Security & U.S. Customs Update"
Speaker Pam Zaresk, CBP Port Director for Charleston, U.S. Customs & Border Protection
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time
Location Harbour Club - 35 Prioleau Street, Charleston, S.C. 29401 - Venue: (843) 723-9680
 
February 12, 2008
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Balancing Leadership in Every Day Living"
Speaker Discussion on leadership with Tom Kent, College of Charleston professor, businessman, and author
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location Harbour Club - 35 Prioleau Street, Charleston, S.C. 29401 - (843) 723-9680
 
January 8, 2008
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Outlook for South Carolina in 2008"
Speaker Discussion on the "Outlook for South Carolina in 2008" with Andy Brack, former congressional candidate, daily news service and communications strategy consultant, businessman, and author
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time
Location Harbour Club 35 Prioleau Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 723-9680
 
December 3, 2007
Event Members Only Event
Topic "Membership Appreciation Social"
Host Membership Appreciation Social at the "All For You Salon and Spa" where CWIT members are welcome to come relax & enjoy!
Time In order to attend, you must be a CWIT member in good standing.
Location Village Square Shopping Center - 1660 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, #16, Charleston, S.C. - Venue: (843)556-0590
 
November 13, 2007
Event Field Trip
Topic "Force Protection Site Visit and Tour"
Host Mr. Wayne Phillips, Vice President of Business Development, Tour of Force Protection Industries
Time Attendees must be US Citizens.
Criteria Please indicate that you are a U.S. Citizen, provide your date of birth, and provide your drivers license number when you submit your RSVP. Event directions will be emailed upon reservation confirmation. Note - you must bring to the event a valid drivers license or passport, and a completed non-disclosure form.
 
October 25, 2007
Event Networking Event
Topic "Oktoberfest - German Beer Samples & Traditional Beer Garden Dining"
Sponsors Southern Wine & Spirits and Whole Foods Markets
Time Starts at 5:30 pm, ends at 7:30 pm.
Location Elks Lodge #42 - 1113 Sam Rittenburg Blvd, Charleston, S.C. - Venue: (843) 577-8184
 
October 9, 2007
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Legislative & Regulatory Issues Affecting International Trade"
Speaker Attorney Evelyn Suarez, Partner, Williams Mullen, Washington, D.C. for a discussion on "Legislative and Regulatory Issues Affecting International Trade"
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location North Charleston Convention Center - Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, Charleston, S.C. 29418, Park Free in Lot A - Venue: (843) 529-5011
 
September 11, 2007
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "A discussion about two case studies involving two successful SC exporters followed by presentations by Louise Schmidt - Life Industries & Lynne Becker - Me Too Mommy! on challenges each have faced in international markets"
Speaker Ann Watts, Director of the U.S. Commercial Service – Columbia, U.S. Department of Commerce
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location North Charleston Convention Center - Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, Charleston, S.C. 29418, Park Free in Lot A - Venue: (843) 529-5011
[US Commercial Service][Bio] [BoatLIFE] [MeTooMommy!] [Map]
 
June 12, 2007
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "CU-ICAR, as a Global Model for Engineering Advances, & Strategic Partnerships Forged with BMW, Michelin, Timken & Others"
Speaker Bob Geolas, Executive Director of the Clemson University's International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR)
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location North Charleston Convention Center, Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, Charleston, S.C. 29418, Park Free in Lot A - Venue: (843) 529-5011
 
May 8, 2007
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Partnering Major Trade Entities to Better Serve South Carolina Companies”
Speaker Amy Thomson, Chairwoman of the SC International Trade Coalition
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time.
Location North Charleston Convention Center - Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, Charleston, SC 29418, Park Free in Lot A - Venue: (843) 529-5011
 
April 10, 2007
Event Annual Banquet
Topic "The Charleston Soirée", CWIT's 5th Annual Banquet Event
Feature CWIT's premier event offering an evening of professional networking, fine dinning and all the niceties members and guests have come to expect at this spectacular annual event.
Time The silent auction, cocktails, networking, and music starts at 6:00 p.m., and dinner program starts at 7:30 p.m.
Location The Charleston Place hotel - Downtown Charleston - 205 Meeting Street, Charleston, S.C. 29401 - Venue: (843) 722-4900
 
March 13, 2007
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Trends in International Trade and SC Manufacturing"
Speaker Lewis F. Gossett - President, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA)
Time Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm, and includes a 15-minute "networking with speaker" time.
Location North Charleston Convention Center, Coliseum Club North Room - 5001 Coliseum Drive, Charleston, S.C. 29418 - Park Free in Lot A - Venue: (843) 529-5011
[SCMA] [Map] [Quick Facts]
 
February 27, 2007
Event Fundraising and Networking Event
Topic "Wine Tasting" starting at 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m., at the fabulous Tristan Restaurant"
Feature A truly "tasty" event with delicious hors d'oeuvres and a variety of wine to sample and purchase.
RSVP RSVP by February 21, 2007.
Location Tristan Restaurant in the City Market - Downtown - at 55 South Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 534-2155
[Tristan] [Map]
 
February 13, 2007
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Professional Development - Educating Women on the Importance of Retirement Planning"
Speaker Lynn Anne Christensen, Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time
Location Embassy Suites Hotel Airport -Convention Ctr - North Charleston 5055 International Blvd, N. Charleston, South Carolina, United States 29418 - Venue: (843) 747-1882
 
January 9, 2007
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Learning to Learn: What to do in the Morning in the New Modern World"
Speaker John Warner - Founder & Publisher of Swamp Fox, will present "the change we are experiencing is so profound that looking back people will define the time in which we live as the beginning of modern."
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time
Location Embassy Suites Hotel Airport -Convention Ctr - North Charleston 5055 International Blvd, N. Charleston, S.C., U.S. 29418 - Venue: (843) 747-1882
 
December 5, 2006
Event Members Only Event
Topic "Membership Appreciation Social"
Host Indulgence Salon
Note Members Only
Location 1136 Hungryneck Boulevard, Suite I, Mt Pleasant, S.C. 29464 - Venue: (843) 849-7700
 
November 14, 2006
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Maersk’s Liner Service to India, and Parent Company - A.P. Møller’s Role as a Leading Investor in India’s Economy"
Speaker Maria Batista - Director of Import Customer Service for Maersk Inc., the North America agent for Maersk Line and subsidiary of A.P. Møller - Maersk Group.
Time Starts at 11:45 a.m., ends at 1:30 p.m., and includes 15-minutes "networking with speaker" time
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N. Charleston, S.C. 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
October 10, 2006
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Legislation Impacting International Trade and Waterborne Commerce"
Speaker Barbara Melvin – Manager of Government Relations for the SCSPA, Neil Rashley - Director of Governmental Affairs & Deputy General Counsel for the SCDOC, and Lynn Murray – Legislative Liaison for McNair Law Firm
Time Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave, N Charleston, S.C. 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
September 12, 2006
Event Field Trip
Topic "Innovation, Manufacturing Precision ... and the Charleston Ports ... as Drivers in Global Market Leadership"
Host Tom McPartland - MeadWestvaco Specialty Chemicals Vice President of Business Ventures, MeadWestvaco
Time Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm
Location North Charleston (detailed directions will be provided upon registration) - Venue: (843) 577-8184
 
June 13, 2006
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic “The Changing Face of South Carolina: Latino Immigration in a Global Perspective”
Speaker Dr. Elaine Lacy - Professor of History at USC Aiken and Director of Research Initiatives, Consortium for Latino Immigration Studies, University of South Carolina, at Columbia
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
May 9, 2006
Event Field Trip
Topic Tour of the SC State Ports Authority - Wando Terminal
Host Byron Miller - Director, Public Relations, SC State Port Authority
Co-host Allison Skipper, Associate, Public Relations, SC State Port Authority
Location Wando Terminal (detailed directions will be provided upon registration) - Venue: (843) 577- 8184
 
April 11, 2006
Event Annual Banquet
Topic "Reflections on and Adventures of Opening Global Markets"
Keynote Speaker Karen M. Lezny - Deputy Assistant US Trade Representative for the Free Trade Area of the Americas, Office of the US Trade Representative
The silent auction, cocktails, networking, and music starts at 6:30 p.m., and dinner program starts at 7:30 p.m.
Location Charleston Place Hotel - 6:30 pm - 205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 722-4900
 
March 14, 2006
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "International Market Cycles and Trends into 2007"
Speaker Elizabeth Colbert-Busch - Director of Sales and Marketing for the South Atlantic Region, OOCL (USA) Inc
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave, N Charleston, S.C. 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
February 14, 2006
Event Professional Development
Topic "Negotiating Skills"
Speaker Jim Geffert - President, Dale Carnegie Training of SC
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave, N Charleston, S.C. 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
January 10, 2006
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "The Status of South Carolina’s Women"
Speaker Sandra J. Teel - Associate Director, Moore School of Business
Time Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave, N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
November 29, 2005
Event Members Only Event
Topic "Membership Appreciation Social"
Hostess Anne Worsham Richardson - Artist/Owner, Birds I View Gallery
Members Only.
Location Birds I View Gallery - Location: 119-A Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 723-1276
 
November 8, 2005
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "New Programs and Actions by US Customs and Border Protection"
Speaker Pam Zaresk - Port Director, US Customs and Border Protection
Time Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave, N Charleston, S.C. 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
October 11, 2005
Event Field Trip
Topic Tug Boat Harbor Tour
Host Joe Buckheister - Vice President & General Manager
Time Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location McAllister Towing Site (entrance to former Navy Base) - 1120 North Port Drive - North Charleston, SC 29405 - Venue: (843) 577-6449
 
September 13, 2005
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Partnering Your Business with SBA for Successful Growth"
Speaker Nuby J. Fowler - Regional Administrator, US Small Business Administration (SBA)
Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, S.C. 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
June 14, 2005
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Women in International Business (What They Don't Tell You in School)"
Speaker Dalhi N. Myers - Attorney, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd
Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, S.C. 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
May 10, 2005
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "The New American City"
Speaker John Knott - President and Co-Founder of the Noisette Company
Time Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, S.C. 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
April 12, 2005
Event Annual Banquet
Topic "Global Economy: The Need For American Leadership"
Keynote Lt. General Daniel W. Christman - Senior VP for International Affairs, US Chamber of Commerce
Intro Leslie M. Schweitzer, Senior Trade Advisor for the National Chamber Foundation, US Chamber of Commerce
Location Charleston Place Hotel - 6:30 pm - 205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 722- 4900
 
March 8, 2005
Event Field Trip
Topic Operation Seahawk
Host Sean Kittrell - Assistant United States Attorney and Director of the Project Seahawk Task Force
Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Restricted Location - directions will be provided upon reservation. - Email: [email protected]
 
February 8, 2005
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Current State of NAFTA: Achievements After 10-Years and What Lies Ahead"
Speaker Andrew Rudman - Director of NAFTA & Inter American Affairs, US Department of Commerce
Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
November 9, 2004
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Dynamics of Trade with China"
Speaker Rick Wen, Vice President of Business Development, OOCL
Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
October 12, 2004
Event Professional Development
Topic Financial Planning
Speaker Fred Malone - Certified Financial Planner, Trident Financial Group
Time Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
September 14, 2004
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Overview of the SC Department of Commerce’s Role in Fostering Economic Growth in the State"
Speaker Tim Dangerfield - Chief of Staff, SC Department of Commerce
Starts at 11:45 am, ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
June 8, 2004
Event Field Trip
Topic Plant Tour
Host Mikasa Distribution Facility
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Mikasa - 1980 Clements Ferry Rd - Charleston, SC 29492 - Venue: (843) 856-5064
 
May 11, 2004
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "The Home Depot: Securing the Supply Chain"
Speakers Lonndon Seely - Director of Global Logistics AP, The Home Depot, and Caroline Beaird, International Supply Chain Analyst, The Home Depot
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
April 13, 2004
Event Annual Banquet
Topic "Think Like The Sun: The Secret to Building Global Lovemark Brands"
Keynote Speaker Tim Love - Vice-Chairman International, Saatchi & Saatchi
Intro Ed Wax, former CEO and current Chair Emeritus, Saatchi & Saatchi
Location Charleston Place Hotel - 6:30 pm - 205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 722- 4900
 
March 9, 2004
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Port Update"
Speaker Bernard S. Groseclose - President and Chief Executive Officer, SC State Ports Authority
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
February 10, 2004
Event Professional Development
Topic 'Business Etiquette: Networking Tips To Be A Big Fish In Any Size Pond'
Speaker Shannon McDevitt - Founder, Just Humor Me!
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
January 13, 2004
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "The Economic Outlook for 2004: Global, National, and State Perspectives"
Speaker Douglas P. Woodward - Director of Division of Research and Associate Professor of Economics, University of SC
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
November 12, 2003
Event Professional Development
Topic 'Miracle of Goal-Setting"
Speaker Jeremiah (Jerry) Bacon - Agent, Allstate Insurance
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Courtyard Charleston Riverview - 35 Lockwood Dr - Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 722-7229
 
October 14, 2003
Event Field Trip
Topic Plant Tour
Host Nucor Steel
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Nucor - 1455 Hagan Ave - Huger, SC 29450 - Venue: (843) 336-6000
 
September 9, 2003
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Foreign-Trade Zones"
Speaker Donnie Barnes - Customs Manager, BMW North America
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
June 10, 2003
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Using Supply Chain Management to Create Competitive Advantage"
Speaker Steve Ward, Managing Partner, Global Connections
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
May 13, 2003
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Effects of US Customs on a Multinational Manufacturer"
Speaker Christine Johnson, Senior Manager, Robert Bosch Corporation
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave - N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
April 8, 2003
Event Annual Banquet
Topic "Women: A World to Influence"
Keynote Jennet Robinson Alterman, Executive Director, Center for Women
Location Charleston Place Hotel - 6:30 pm - 205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 722 4900
 
March 11, 2003
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Homeland Security and US Customs Updates"
Speaker Pam Zaresk, Port Director, US Customs and Border Patrol
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Radisson Airport - 5991 Rivers Ave, N Charleston, SC 29406 - Venue: (843) 744-2501
 
February 4, 2003
Event Luncheon Meeting
Topic "Smart Women Finish Rich"
Speaker Lynn Anne Christensen, Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley
Starts at 11:45 am - ends at 1:30 pm.
Location Morgan Stanley - 288 Meeting Street, 4th Floor - Charleston, SC 29401 - Venue: (843) 973-3100
 

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