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Charleston, SC Event Directors' College



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

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



Fees:

Registration Fee:
$495

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

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

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

vendor registration


Agenda:

Wednesday, April 3th, 2013 College commences from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with subjects covered including State of the Industry & Hot Topics such as revenue sources, sponsorships, charities, volunteers, medical and greening your event.
Evening VIP Reception River Cruise, 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, April 4th, 2013 College continues from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with subjects covered including Management & Organization, Technology/Media
Evening VIP reception, 7-9 p.m.
Friday, April 5th, 2013 (optional) Expo Tour, VIP Press Luncheon, 12 Noon
Taste of the Bridge Run, 5-8 p.m.
Saturday, April 6st, 2013 (optional) VIP Breakfast, 7-11 a.m., VIP all access to Start/Finish Area
Event After Party, 12 Noon - 3 p.m.
Saturday, April 6th, 2013 (optional) VIP Breakfast, 7-11 a.m., VIP all access to Start/Finish Area
Event After Party, 12 Noon - 3 p.m.
EVENT DIRECTORS' COLLEGE:
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Waterfront Park
Cooper River Room
99 Harry Hallman Jr. Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
843.884.8517
see map
FRIDAY PRESS LUNCHEON,
HARBORSIDE EAST:

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

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

5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Downtown:
Maritime Center
10 Wharfside Street
Charleston, SC 29401
843.853.3625
see map
SATURDAY EVENT AFTER PARTY:
12 Noon - 3 p.m.
Maritime Center
10 Wharfside Street
Charleston, SC 29401
843.853.3625
see map
THURSDAY EVENING VIP
RECEPTION, HARBOUR CLUB:

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

North Charleston:
North Charleston Coliseum
5001 Coliseum Drive
North Charleston, SC 29418
see map


The 2-day workshop includes:


2013's roster
Brian CrawfordFormer Administrative Director of the New York Road Runners Club and current NYRRC Board Member
Wally KastnerEvent Director, Big Sur International Marathon
Scott KeenanEvent Director, Grandma's Marathon
Rick NealisEvent Director, Marine Corps Marathon
Les SmithEvent Director, Portland Marathon
Julian SmithEvent Director, Cooper River Bridge Run
Allan SteinfeldPast Event Director, New York City Marathon; CEO, New York Road Runners Club
Mamie WheelerProgram Development Director, Portland Marathon



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