2015 Event Planning Guide

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The Cedar Room features an open and airy space with aged wood columns.

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Big, bigger, biggest

New, larger event spaces open their doors in downtown Charleston

By Jenny Peterson

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harleston is a much soughtafter, world-class location, with a long-standing need for larger event and convention spaces in the downtown area.

Having been named to list after list as one of the best places to visit and live, coupled with major announcements by Volvo, MercedesBenz and Boeing for the area, Charleston is seeing the demand for bigger and more varied event spaces grow quickly.

“We anticipate the need for larger event spaces and venues based on the increase of new industry in our area,” said Chris Hendrix, assistant director of sales at the Charleston Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Hendrix said groups looking to

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hold meetings in Charleston are asking for “unique spaces that cannot be found in other cities – especially more outdoor venues.”

Two new event spaces in downtown Charleston fit the bill: The Cedar Room Cigar Factory and the newly renovated Charleston Gaillard Center.

After a $142 million renovation and reconstruction, the stunning Charleston Gaillard Center on Calhoun Street is poised to elevate the city’s reputation as a destination for conferences and special events. Built in 1968, it was designed in the tradition of Europe’s great opera houses.

Businesses and corporations can choose among the varied spaces inside the center for business, corpo-

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rate or lifestyle events with capacity for 1,850 seated in the Exhibition Hall’s grand ballroom. The outdoor terrace will have capacity for 1,226 seated guests.

A manicured outdoor garden and lawn event space can accommodate any type of event.

The grand ballroom, can be divided into three rooms with prefunction and registration areas and state-of-the-art audio and visual technology, Wi-Fi and an inhouse food and beverage service as needed.

The renovation also includes the Martha and John Rivers Performance Hall – a stunning 1,800-seat world-class, multipurpose theater.

The stage will be home to Spoleto

Festival USA and the Charleston Symphony Orchestra and will welcome a diverse mix of performance artists and genres. The Charleston Gaillard Center dedication ceremony will be held Oct. 9.

Another new venue in downtown Charleston is The Cedar Room Cigar Factory, a 10,000-square-foot private event space at 701 East Bay St. that opened in September 2015.

A concept from Indigo Road Hospitality & Consultation, the Cedar Room Cigar Factory is located above a planned gourmet food retail space called Mercantile and 1,700 square-foot bar called Mash.

Built in 1881, the building served as a textile factory, a cotton mill and then a cigar factory. The original

warehouse structure was preserved during renovation.

Together, Mercantile and Mash, and the Cedar Room Cigar Factory can host private events and meetings to suit any need. A 3,000 square-foot lit courtyard with a bocce ball court adds to the event space’s appeal.

The Cedar Room can accommodate 300 guests for a seated dinner or up to 500 guests for a standing reception and is equipped with an in-house PA system, Wi-Fi services and plenty of on-site parking.

Menus are customizable with its in-house food and Mash exclusive beverage services. A number of community events, private events and weddings have already been held at the space, with its exposed brick walls and tall windows offering views of the Arthur Ravenel Bridge and the Cooper River.

“These venue options will provide greater inventory for clients requesting an experience that can only be found in the Charleston region,” Hendrix said.

(Clockwise from top): The Charleston Gaillard Center rendering shows how the space can be used for social events. The Cedar Room ready for a wedding. (Photo/Coleman Photography) The Gaillard was designed in the tradition of Europe’s great opera houses. A stunning blue ceiling is featured in the Gaillard’s performance hall.

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GIVE THE MENU A STARRING ROLE Guests look to food as entertainment

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ith many workplaces becoming such cool places to be, why should business events be any different? That’s what caterers are finding as they work with event planners on the corporate side.

“We had an event with a law firm that had a garden party theme,” says Jill Christy, executive catering director with Cru Catering in Charleston. “We

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had snacks hanging from the birdies on the badminton net.”

It’s all about the experience, when it comes to serving food and drinks, Christy says. It’s not enough to put trays of food on a big table – the guests want an interactive experience with the food and the drinks. They want face time with the chef, and the chef needs to be involved with the guests.

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plains Meredith Satterwhite, owner of Three Little Birds catering. “People like action stations. They like seeing the ingredients.” And they want local foods.

At every wedding, Three Little Birds gets requests for experiences such as a shrimp and grits station, with the chef there. Satterwhite says they serve a lot of brunches, with staffed stations offering omelets, French toast or pancakes.

Here are some other trends in catering: Garden to table: Caterers are hearing about garden to table, and vegetarian options are often requested, Christy says. The look of fresh food is important, and greens are incorporated for a beautiful display.

Themes: An event with a theme can help dictate how the food should be served. One company had a throw-

back party, with a bingo-inspired food station. Guests filled squares on their bingo card, with each square representing a different food item.

Mission and service: There’s an emphasis on good service as well as good food and a great experience.

Christy says when Cru Catering did an opening event for Nordstrom, the company made a request for “greatlooking food with great service,” in line with their mission statement of providing great service for customers.

Customization: Corporate clients want a unique menu to fit with their business. This takes some time, with the event planner and caterer collaborating. Cru Catering provided cookies that were shaped and iced like Jack Rogers sandals for one event.

Specialized diets: Many events now require attention to diet restric-

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tions of the guests, Satterwhite says, whether vegan, paleo, gluten-free, vegetarian or kosher. “If you have 40 people, 23 will have different dietary restrictions,” says Christy. Caterers have built in the capacity to meet everyone’s needs.

Environmental and chemical concerns: Guests want to know whether the chicken is hormone-free and whether the food has preservatives. Sometimes clients request that

any paper goods used in serving be compostable.

Economics: People are always watching their budgets for food, Satterwhite says, but a knowledgeable caterer can be creative with menus nonetheless.

Christy says some clients seem to be opening up the purse strings for catering. Many times they are considering the food as part of the event’s entertainment, which may justify a larger budget.

Wedding trends: When it comes to weddings, it’s hard to identify a single catering trend. Some couples want action stations, with a chef slicing meat, grilling sandwiches or cooking up shrimp and grits.

But Christy says her company caters many weddings of families coming from the Northeast and other parts of the country. Those clients are looking for a more traditional experience, with meals served at tables where everyone has a place to sit.

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CATERING TIPS

1. Brainstorm with the catering director about creative ways to design the menu and present the food. Some of the ideas will be too crazy, but they can lead to new ideas that work.

2. Think about how you want the event to flow. How long will people have to eat? You want to make sure guests do not feel rushed.

3. If food preparation is to be part of the entertainment, make sure the setup allows room for guests to see what’s going on.

4. Presentation is more important than ever. People like to Tweet photos of the event or post them to Facebook. Keep the appearance of the food stations in mind.

5. Match the menu and food presentation to your company’s culture. If your workplace is cool and laid-back, you don’t want a stuffy, formal party.

6. Plan for a variety of dishes. That way, you can be sure to have something that meets every guest’s dietary needs and food preferences.

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Marketing an event through social media I n order to generate interest and attention to an event, social media is king. This is especially important to younger generations who are tech-savvy and can spread information about an event to hundreds of others with a simple click or retweet.

Event planners are taking note.

According to survey results from Meeting Professionals International’s Meeting Outlook: 2015 Summer Edition, 83 percent of respondents said they are tailoring communications about an event around the demographics of their meetings and events.

Forty percent of respondents say they tailor every event for the communication styles of various generations.

To cross all platforms, it’s important to promote events through multiple online avenues to reach the

with the simple phrase, “Please RT!” greatest number of people.

Below are the most popular social Many will be happy to oblige. media platforms to market events, Facebook and ways to make the most of each.

Facebook events are one of the most important tools in raising Twitter Many conferences and events awareness about an event. When have their own Twitter hashtags. someone RSVPs to an event through There’s no secret to creating one — Facebook, it shows up in the feed for just start using a hashtag in all your their personal friends, dramatically related tweets and encourage other increasing event awareness. Facebook people to do the same when talk- events also allow those who RSVP to ing about your event. To encourage “like” the organization’s business page people to tweet out your hashtag at the same time. Businesses can also and spread the word, offer a free take out targeted Facebook ads to pass, prize or other giveaway for reach people outside its network who one lucky hashtag-er. If your event is would be interested in the event. large enough, give it its own Twitter account, which serves as a customer LinkedIn It’s simple and straightforward to service “hotline” for questions and adds credibility to the event. Also, create an event on LinkedIn. Once ask for people to share your event you’ve completed that task, invite

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up to 50 people from your LinkedIn network. Once someone RSVPs to an event, it shows up on the home profile of everyone that person is connected to, spreading the message for you instantly. It also shows up in the events search.

Eventbrite Eventbrite is a highly popular tool for the social media crowd that lets you create and market your event, and even collect payments with registration. Registration forms appear on the event marketing company’s site and can be embedded into your website or blog. Events are easily searchable and sharing tools let attendees post to Facebook and Twitter, which builds buzz and generates more registrations.

Source: Social Media Examiner

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PLANNING CHECKLIST BEFORE THE EVENT o Determine event goals and objectives. This is especially important with client events and sales meetings, as it will help you keep on track. o Identify possible dates for the meeting. Thinking ahead and checking with others on possible conflicts can limit the inconvenience for all parties. o Prepare a preliminary agenda and guest list to help set the criteria for the venue. o Prepare a preliminary budget. Unless you manage your corporate event closely, the budget can grow unexpectedly. o Send meeting requirements to selected sites with requests for written proposals.

Communication is a huge key to your event’s success.

Strive for clear communication with attendees, sponsors, vendors and the venue representative.

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When you choose the menu, look for crowd-pleasing choices. Consider allergies and the need for a vegetarian option. Stay away from seafood, spicy and out-of-season options.

o Conduct site visits as required. This is important when you’re using the facility for the first time. o Negotiate hotel rates and blocks. If you use hotel meeting rooms for the event, you could get a significant discount on sleeping rooms. o Determine preliminary food and beverage requirements and negotiate menus and prices. o Add any deadlines and other requirements to the timetable.

60 TO 90 DAYS BEFORE THE EVENT o Form committees as required. Organizations that have regular events should consider forming standing committees that meet regularly.

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o Develop a promotional strategy. o Do some public relations for the event. Calendar notices, press releases and interviews may all be appropriate. o For nonprofit or charity events, line up sponsors. o If you are charging admission to the event, establish registration fee structures and policies, and be sure to include clear cancellation policies. o Invite and confirm key speakers. This includes people within your organization. o Obtain audiovisual needs from speakers and presenters, and order all necessary equipment.

Use your leverage to get the best out of your vendors.

Explain that the event’s audience is invaluable to their business. “Here is what I am bringing you.”

o Review, update and confirm final event budget. o Identify and communicate on-site responsibility areas for committees and volunteers. Set up training for volunteers and educate them about your expectations. o Select and order speaker gifts and awards. o Order special decorations for the event. o Prepare and order signs. This is another opportunity to build your brand. o Arrange for travel and housing of all staff and VIPs.

THE DAY OF THE EVENT o Have a staff and volunteer meeting to review responsibilities, procedures and overlap areas such as registration. o Confirm and monitor pickup of all rental equipment and supplies.

IMMEDIATELY AFTERWARD o Pack and inventory all material. Many of your collateral materials are reusable — and they’re a big investment. o Do financial reconciliation. Gather the invoices and make sure you have been billed correctly and that you pay in a timely fashion. Watch expense reports for other costs. o Write and mail thank-you letters. o Collect and organize data for final meeting reports. Get evaluations from staff, volunteers and consultants to determine what went right and what needs improving.

Address any problems that need to be handled after the event is over. Take notes for future events if there are things that need to be done differently.

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EMERGENCY KIT & TIPS When you’re at the venue, needs will come up that you don’t expect. Pack this emergency kit to avoid wasting time on a trip to the store.

Snacks for staff, volunteers Water Tape Scissors Marker pens Safety pins Wet wipes Paper towels Adhesive bandage Sunscreen (for outdoor events)

KEEP AN EYE ON THE WEATHER: Lauren Fox of Fox Events was planning an outdoor event and the client did not want to pay for a tent – despite her recommendation. Inclement weather arrived just hours before the event and no tents were available in Charleston. Fox had to call a company in Savannah. “You really do need to look at the weather 48 hours in advance,” she said. Another suggestion: Clip nametags to a big ribbon at outdoor events.

PREPARE FOR SERIOUS EMERGENCIES: Nicole Garrigan, independent event planner, has encountered her share of emergency situations. The best outcomes come with being prepared, she says. She has a pre-convention meeting with venue staff and pertinent vendors. She establishes a protocol for life-and-death situations: call 9-1-1 first and then call her. For other emergencies, call her first. She recommends having someone on the security team trained in basic first aid and CPR. Anytime you have a large group of people together, anything can happen. But, Garrigan said, if you have emergency plans in place, it won’t be as bad as it could be.

CHECK AND DOUBLE CHECK: When a transportation vendor didn’t send its normal follow-up confir-

mation, Maryann Hoyt of The Event Cooperative reached out on the day of the event and discovered no driver was scheduled for her event. So she used her connections and found a replacement.

“Relationships in this industry can go a long, long way,” she said.

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Charleston Local breweries are a hot spot to host events.

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rom seeking out the perfect elbow room in their large wareevent branding has increased venue that overlooks historic with employees all wearing house spaces.

Charleston to offering local their company T-shirts or colors Charleston beer, here are some event 4. Rooftop gatherings. Many corduring events. Company logos trends planners are seeing in the are illuminated on the walls of porate event planners have been Charleston area: events and branded items add to asking about rooftop spaces in an atmosphere where employees Charleston, letting attendees look are proud of the company and 1. Work-play conventions. Corpodown on the historic city. each other. rate meetings double as retreats especially for venues along the 5. Local craft beer. With an inbeach such as Kiawah Island and crease of local craft beer in 8. Pop-up events. Popular with the creative culture in CharlesWild Dunes.

Charleston, many companies are requesting local brew at their ton and when hosting out-ofevents, both in larger pints and 2. Going green. Environmentallytown guests, a pop-up event, in “flight” form. conscious events with recycling such as inviting a guest chef to options are on the rise. Many cook for the evening, has been companies urge ridesharing and 6. Built-in free time. In Charleston, increasing in popularity.

Uber for transportation. there is no shortage of places to go and things to see. Many con- 9. Fundraising. Many events offer 3. Breweries. Many events in a fundraising aspect, whether ventions build in time for explorCharleston are being held at nonit’s a portion of ticket sales or ing, taking tours or shopping. traditional locations such as losilent auctions. The trend is spreading across the country. cal breweries that offer plenty of 7. Branding is big. Corporate and

A marketing survey by Meeting Professionals International, Meeting Outlook: 2015 Summer Edition, shows that 36 percent of respondents are making meetings more engaging by participating in community volunteerism at the site of an event.

10. An experience. More focus has been on the attendee experience, enticing them with a great speaker, something extra in terms of food or even a built-in activity, like a ropes course or a tour of a local farm.

Sources: Lauren Fox, Fox Events; Jeff Nickles, Production Design Associates; Graham Ervin, The Reynolds Group Inc.

Stars rooftop in downtown Charleston hosts private events.

Lowcountry Local First mixer held at Wild Blue Ropes.

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Branding items for Lowcountry Local First mixer.

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Things to ask before you meet your A/V tech 1. Do you have a detailed RFP? 2. What is the event date and time?

3. When is the load in date and time?

4. Where do you plan to hold the event?

5. Is there more than one event location?

14. Do you have a band that needs to tie into a power distribution?

24. How will the speaker address the audience?

15. Are you familiar with the power available at the venue? Can you provide a venue contact to discuss power specifics?

25. Will you require background music?

16. Does the venue permit an outside company to rig from the ceiling?

17. How would you like to use lighting to enhance the event?

6. How many people are expected?

18. Do you have a logo for projection onto walls, floors or building façades?

7. What kind of ambiance would you like to create at the event?

19. Do you need a stage wash for your speaker?

8. Does your event have a theme or color scheme?

20. Can you hang lighting from the ceiling or does it need to be ground supported?

9. Have you created a show flow or agenda?

21. Are you planning entertainment that will require lighting? If so, is there a rider available with entertainers’ specific needs?

10. Do you have a room diagram?

11. Do you need a stage? If so, what size?

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12. What is your budget?

22. How many people will be speaking?

What is the speaking order?

13. What are your power distribution needs?

23. What kinds of microphones will be needed?

26. Do you already have video content you would like to use, or do you need assistance with video production?

27. Do you require IMAG (Image Magnification)?

28. What media source is used, and do you have a backup? (PC/DVD/MAC) 29. Would you like to use a projection screen for the event? If so, would you like front or rear projection?

30. Would you like to use video screens? If so, would you like them supported from the ground or suspended?

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Bringing in the crowd How to hold successful networking events

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lanning a networking event that is open to the public poses a unique challenge, from ensuring public awareness about the event to creating excitement leading up to it and delivering on the experience.

For networking events, the first question is: How do you get people to show up? And, for ongoing events: How do you get people to keep coming back?

To see and be seen Phil Yanov is the founder of Tech After Five, a monthly networking event for those in the tech community that draws 150 people in Charleston each month.

In order to make each event successful, Yanov said he thinks about why attendees want to go to the event.

“I think, ‘What do they want out of this?’ and then I have to make it as clear as I can why they should

By Jenny Peterson come – what’s in it for them,” Yanov said.“‘What’s in it for them’ becomes an opportunity to meet other really cool people in the technology community. Our attendees are the draw for others.”

In order to drive home this point, The Tech After Five registration site (through EventBrite) lists everyone planning to attend as well as the companies they work for; this entices more people to come to see and be seen.

Monthly events are held at a wellknown downtown bar and restaurant.

Each event email explains the simple goal of networking and connecting with those in the tech industry in a no-pressure, networking environment.

“We’re not selling anything; we’re just saying, ‘It’s a cool crowd, and if you want to hang out, this is how to do it. We simply remind them of why it’s a benefit for them to attend. We get excellence responses to it.”

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Tech After Five is celebrating its fourth year in Charleston with additional monthly networking events now spread out to Columbia, Greenville, Charlotte and Asheville, NC. Getting creative Stanfield Gray is founder and CEO of Charleston’s popular DIG South, The South’s Interactive Festival—a three-day event in April where leading brands meet the newest startups and where participants connect, raise capital, recruit talent and launch new startups.

Gray said the goal of the threeday event is also not just to throw a fun event, but also to connect people in the community with meaningful interactive experiences.

“How do we make sure we’re inviting the right people and making sure they connect with other people?” he says. “We think of how to create value for the attendee while also hav-

ing an energetic, fun experience in a cool setting with good music.”

DIG South plays with format and meeting settings to provide networking situations with the intention of creating more value.

Rather than a stuffy room or a dull business meeting that includes swapping business cards, DIG South events are held at new, exciting spaces where entrepreneurs and business community members mingle together in a relaxed environment, Gray said.

Short presentations or short messages and pitches from sponsors allow attendees to learn something new and relevant.

“We focus on content; content is when attendees are learning something new,” Gray said. “We create the conditions that make you want to be there. You’re not obligated to network with others, but can have a good time and enjoy the opportunity

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In addition to the yearly DIG South event, Gray holds several event “mash ups” and “shindigs” per year in order to continue to connect DIG South presenters, sponsors and supporters year-round.

Yanov adds that offering attendees at Tech After Five a complimentary alcoholic beverage is also a big draw for attendees.

“It’s a little bit of an incentive for them to attend,” he said.

Know your audience For both Gray and Yanov, knowing the audience is key to putting on a successful event that people return to time and time again.

For DIG South, Gray explains, “We invite a lot of investors and startups that are demonstrating their product or service. We’re setting the table for a good experience and for those who need those important contacts and capital.”

Gray said ongoing events through-

out the year maintain the DIG South brand and sponsors year-long.

Ongoing engagement also includes emails from DIG South and blog posts about the importance of networking along with updates from the startup industry.

Above all, planners say, keep it simple.

“Everybody’s event can have a different vibe. It’s a matter of knowing your vibe and knowing your audience” Yanov said. “Our event is always about the audience, and we are there to engage them.”

He adds, “People are always looking for reasons not to come to an event. They could be doing anything else—they could be at home watching TV, playing with their kids. We make it easy and clear upfront what the benefit is for them to show up. And we consistently get a great response.”

To learn more about Tech After Five, visit www.techafterfive.com. To learn more about DIG South, visit www.digsouth.com.

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When what you wear means business Tips to stay cool and correct

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hen you’re dressing for an event in Charleston, there are two things to consider: what’s proper for the work or social occasion, and what fits the weather.

One consideration may certainly affect the other, because so much of the year, it’s hot in Charleston. Lightweight fabrics should be ready in your closet all year, because it’s not unusual to have an 80-degree day in February or November.

The last thing you want is to arrive dripping with perspiration at an important company event. So, stay with us here for some ideas that will help keep you cool and collected.

Remember that dressing for warm temperatures does not mean dressing more casually or wearing a skimpy outfit. You still need to look professional at business events.

Here are some tips for work and business meetings.

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your company. If you’re attending an event at an unfamiliar company, err on the side of dressing up (a dark suit, white shirt and conservative tie).

To keep cool, choose a suit in a tropical-weight fabric, neutral in color.

To brighten up neutrals, add a silk tie in a bold color. But don’t go too splashy.

Look for a linen blend suit. Pure linen can be cool, but it wrinkles easily.

For a business casual event, it’s good to wear a jacket, though it can be a blazer and need not be part of a suit. If you get there and find most guests aren’t wearing jackets, you can always remove yours.

Wear dress shoes and – sorry, this is important – socks.

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a jacket or dressy cardigan. The top layer can come in handy if the air conditioning is turned down, as it often is when men are wearing suits.

Neutral colors in lighter fabrics are a good choice for skirts, slacks and jackets. Add a blouse in an accent color. You can change the look by changing the blouse and accessories.

White, tan, taupe, pale gray or navy are good color selections for warm weather business attire.

Dresses should be lightweight fabric but conservatively cut for business meetings. Make sure the fabric is wrinkle-resistant.

If you have questions about what to wear, follow the lead of female supervisors in your company.

Keep a goes-with-anything jacket, a string of faux pearls or beads and a scarf in your office or car. With these, you can dress up any outfit if need be.

• Wear heels in a neutral color, or dressy sandals – but no flip-flops. If your toes are going to show, make sure your nails are manicured.

Here are some DON’TS for warm weather business occasions: • For men: No short-sleeve dress shirts – and never wear them with a tie.

• For women: No plunging necklines, spaghetti straps or strapless tops.

• Don’t wear loud prints or dress head to toe in bright colors.

• If you’re not sure a garment is appropriate, it’s probably good to wear something else.

And one more thing: Like most subtropical climates, Charleston’s weather can change at any moment. Be prepared for a sudden shower, stiff wind or drop in temperature.

Sources: Forbes.com, Macon Magazine, Boston.com, Businessinsider.com

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New apps that help with event planning

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our computer or smartphone can be your trusty personal assistant with these new apps:

Evernote Keep all your stuff in one convenient place, including images, text, notes or entire web pages, with ability to import from a Pinterest board.

You can also categorize everything as needed by adding tags. Price: Free; Evernote Plus $2.99/month, Evernote premium $5.99/month.

Bizzabo If you are planning an event that requires registration or ticketing, Bizzabo allows you to create an event, add ticket types, build an event website, and send out your invitations.

Unlike other ticketing sites, Bizzabo helps you stay on top of what people are saying on social media about your event. Price: plans range from free to paid custom plans Boomset This event app focuses on event registration. Easily check attendees in with its QR scanner. Event organizers can also use this event app to print badges, or create wristbands on site. It also has integrations with other event management platforms.

Price: depends on services needed.

ScannerPro Cut out worrying about keeping track of receipts and papers when organizing your next event with ScannerPro. This system allows you to scan documents with a snapshot, convert them to PDFs and email them right away. Price: $2.99 Hootsuite Capture all the tweets, posts, likes and check-ins during your event. Use Hootsuite to create

streams and stay up to speed with the buzz surrounding the event content over all social media channels.

Schedule posts in advance to allow time to manage the other aspects of the event. Price: free for limited personal use; starting at $9.99 per month for businesses.

Super Planner Super Planner offers calculators for venue capacity, staffing, and catering. Helps planners stay on budget and execute all the details to perfection. Price: $9.99 Poll Everywhere Bring real-time polling into your conference or meeting. Attendees can use the app to respond to a presenter’s question live using a smartphone or tablet, and their responses are displayed in real time. Price: Free Bidr If someone can’t come to a silent auction, just bring the silent auction to them. Bidr, a Charleston-based startup, is changing the rules with a text-based auction platform that lets anyone with a texting-capable phone participate in a registered silent auction. Auctions are completely automated, from generated item information cards to pre-filled tax forms. Price: varies, a percentage of the event earnings. Visit www.bidr. com to get started.

Snapcastr The Charleston startup’s free mobile app takes the audiences’ shared pictures and personal comments and displays them on a big screen live during the event. Snapcastr can help events entertain the crowd, boost their social media presence and actively showcase their sponsors. Visit www.snapcastr.com to get started.

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A classic car adds some fun to a wedding arrival or exit.

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Something new Brides add extra flair for guests to their big day

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t’s still all about the bride on her wedding day, but many brides are making sure it’s also about the guest experience as well.

Games, activities for attendees, even a kids’ area to allow parents to enjoy the event are just a few elements that couples choose to include on their big day.

“It’s really about the guest experience and making sure that each guest has an amazing time,” said Lauren Fox of Fox Events. “It’s trying to encompass and include everyone. It means taking into consideration what makes guests the most comfortable.”

That mindset often includes other forms of entertainment, in addition to music, for guests to enjoy.

“If it’s not a big dancing crowd, then it’s providing them with another form of entertainment,” according to Fox. Cindy Zingerella, owner of Engaging Events, said some unique guest activities she has seen include late-night food stations, bringing in a food truck or even a local popsicle cart to distribute eats and treats.

“Some weddings have had photo booths, live artists, even cigar rollers – it’s having something else going on

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after the main dining time and during dancing, in case someone is not into dancing, or the music,” Zingerella said.

Lawn games such as bocce and a corn toss have long been popular at Lowcountry wedding receptions, and a new trend has been having a live artist painting a portrait of the reception scene, preserving the special moment on canvas.

Christina Baxter, founder and owner of Cibi Events, said a recent wedding incorporated a caricature artist to draw quick sketches of the wedding guests upon arrival and asked them to sign the photo rather

than sign a guest book.

Some couples who expect a lot of children at their event have called on Teacups & Trucks, a Charleston company, to provide professional children’s party planning as well as on-site child care. The company provides themed wedding ventures for the children of wedding guests, with activities like arts and crafts, face painting and games so that parents can relax and enjoy the reception.

“A lot of brides are trying to create a fabulous experience for their guests; they’re very focused on pleasing everyone,” Zingerella said.

Going out with a bang — fireworks add a wow factor to a wedding reception.

(Photo/Riverland Studios) This can also include setting up lounge areas within a wedding and reception venue with couches and throw pillows for a more private area for guests to sit and relax. Zingerella adds that dramatic lighting has increased in popularity, with specialized light patterns illuminated on tents and walls.

“It used to be that people wouldn’t budget for lighting, but now they’re budgeting for specialty lighting to create a specific atmosphere,” Zingerella said.

Wedding diners will appreciate another trend: the special wedding dessert.

Once a traditional gathering of guests around a table for a simple cutting of the cake, many brides are now adding more action-packed dessert experiences to their receptions in order to dazzle their guests.

“People are doing more petite wedding cakes and having a dessert station with large varieties of des-

serts,” said Zingerella.

Baxter agrees: “The cake is getting smaller and smaller, and extravagant dessert buffets with sauces and ice cream are becoming popular. Everybody gets into it, and it’s really fun,” she said.

Fox said the guest experience for some brides extends well past the ceremony and the reception. One trend she has seen is elaborate welcome bags for out-of-town guests that go beyond just a bottle of water and area map.

“Welcome bags and welcome itineraries are being taken to a new level – from passes and coupons to area attractions and tours, to wedding takeaway gifts inside the bag so guests don’t forget to take one at the end of the night,” Fox said.

Fox has seen some unique welcome-bag items including a Moscow Mule kit – with vodka, ginger beer and lime juice, which is very popular in Charleston.

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Clockwise from top left: A portrait artist captures the wedding couple’s first dance on canvas. (Photo/ Shannon Michele Photography) Teacups & Trucks offers kids’ areas and onsite babysitting so parents can enjoy the event. Unique and vintage cars offer a special flair (Photo/Shannon Michele Photography) Some even opt for an old-time fire truck. (Photo/Riverland Studios)

Someting New, from page 27 Many gift bags include recommended tours and suggested activities at local breweries and other fun things that visitors can enjoy in Charleston, Fox said. It makes for a memorable trip, in addition to a memorable event. #HappilyEverAfter Social media plays up the excitement of a wedding event when couples encourage their guests to use personalized hashtags.

Across various social media outlets, hashtags allow guests to post pictures of the event online, and they can click on the hashtag to see posted pictures from others. Many couples display their particular hashtags throughout the reception area.

Beyond a traditional photo booth, many couples add photo lounges to their wedding events and technology that allows guests’ photos to be streamed online to social media directly.

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an event that had a live stream on a projector screen behind the band; it displayed real-time posts of the guests’ photos that used the wedding hashtag.

“It was like a live show going on,” Baxter said.

Fox said wedding hashtags have gone even further towards creating a wedding “brand” for the couple, often with a well-designed logo with the couples’ names printed on cups and linens.

“We are doing more branding

in weddings; companies can design your invitations, your logo and develop a theme and use that for everything you do,” Fox said.

From games to customized artwork, couples are focusing heavily on enhancing the guest experience in order to provide a truly memorable event.

“Brides are always looking for something new and different,” Baxter said. “That’s what makes it special and what makes it unique to that particular wedding.”

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Weddings on a shoestring Ways to save money on your big day

1. Double duty. Save on paper costs by combin- 6. Use creative lighting. You can create a unique atmosphere with lighting, such as illuminated ing information onto one item, such as having leaves and patterns on tents and walls to look guest seating assignment cards that include like large oak trees or moss, if you cannot afthe menu on the back. Or have centerpieces as guest takeaways. ford to hold the event in one of those prime Lowcountry venues.

2. Use photos of the couple or old photos of the couples parents’ wedding celebrations as 7. Stay in one location. Combining the weddecorations on the tables. It not only personding ceremony and reception at one locaalizes the event, but it’s cost-effective and all tion saves on transportation costs for the you need are a few frames. wedding party.

3. Choose to get married during an off-season, 8. Have a designated after-party location. That such as January and February or July and way the bride and groom won’t be tempted to August. extend the reception time.

4. Holding the wedding on a Friday or Sunday 9. Offer “bride” and “groom” liquor drinks is a much cheaper option than Saturday, the rather than have an open bar. most popular day to hold a wedding.

10. Consider a planner. While planners do 5. Bring in your own vendors. Choose a venue cost money, they often get discounted that lets you bring in your own food and bevrates from vendors.

Sources: Cindy Zingerella, Engaging Events; erage vendors, which can save you money by not requiring you to hit minimum amounts. Christina Baxter, Cibi Events

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Add a distinctly Charleston activity to the weekend, such as an oyster roast for the rehearsal dinner.

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Have Charleston gift bags with Charleston items such as benne wafers or pralines.

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Go local with the spirits. Offer guests uniquely Lowcountry spirits like Firefly sweet tea vodka, wine from a local vineyard or beer from a local brewery

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Go rustic and get a relaxed Southern feel with mason jars, farm tables, local flowers and lanterns.

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For the wedding party, have the groom and groomsmen dress in seersucker or khakis to get a Southern look.

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Serve Lowcountry cuisine such as shrimp and grits, she crab soup, crabcakes or Lowcountry boil.

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ou’re in Charleston. The party is going to be beautiful, but the weather may not. The Lowcountry’s weather is changeable; one minute it may be breezy, the next pouring rain.

But one thing is true for much of the year: it’s going to be hot. But you needn’t be uncomfortable at that fancy event.

Here are some tips for dressing well and dress comfortably: Men • If you aren’t sure what the proper dress for the occasion is, ask the host. If you’re not comfortable doing that, ask someone else who is going.

• Wear a summer weight suit, especially if the event is outdoors. Make sure your shirt and tie look sharp, because odds are you’ll be remov-

ing that jacket at some point.

• A seersucker jacket with plain slacks is a good choice for a casual outing.

• Keep your hair neatly trimmed short for the warm months.

• Keep your shirt tucked in.

• Wear good-quality, classic style shoes – with socks.

Women • Choose lightweight, wrinkle-resistant fabrics.

• Match your dress length to the occasion, but most of the time, cock- • Keep a shorter hair style neatly trimmed. If your hair is long, tail length is fine. wear it up in a style that keeps it • Instead of a scarf or wrap, wear a off your neck and shoulders. statement necklace or bracelet.

• Stash some long earrings and/or • Take along a silky wrap or lighta sparkly scarf in your bag so you weight dressy sweater. The men can dress an outfit up if needed. wearing jackets will be asking for the • At a wedding, don’t wear all white air conditioning to be turned down, unless you’re the bride. and you may need an extra layer.

A few DON’Ts for warm weather social occasions: • Don’t wear shorts.

• Don’t wear all black.

• No heavily decorated fabrics.

• Don’t wear denim unless the event is very casual.

Sources: Forbes.com, Macon Magazine, RealSimple.com

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thentic Cajun and Creole fare — jamba- on artists from the Southeast, offering laya, alligator, etouffe, andouille sausage theater, music, visual arts, dance, ethnic culture presentations, comedy, and of course, crawfish. harleston is a busy city – there’s always a race, festival or tour of Spring Festival of Houses and Gardens crafts and film. It takes place at a variety of locations around Charleston. homes going on. And sometimes, when you add thousands of March 16-April 24, 2016 www.historiccharleston.org extra visitors to heavy tourist traffic, it’s hard to get around.

If it’s a month that has an “R” in it, there must be oysters; if it’s spring, Starting in March, this monthlong event Fourth of July opens some of Charleston’s finest there must be a race over the bridge. You can count on it. While these historic gardens and houses for touring. All over the area events are wonderful to attend with family and friends, you may want to Tour venues vary during this monthlong www.patriotspoint.org avoid planning a large conference or wedding on those dates so you don’t celebration in the Old & Historic District, Fireworks launched from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier at Patriots Point’s compete for parking and space. Or if you’d like to piggyback your event so it would be advisable to check the schedule before planning an event in the 4th of July Blast and a shore side party onto those events, they can be additional built-in fun. with beach music make Independence historic parts of town.

To help you with planning, we’ve compiled a list here of the most Day in Charleston fun. Communities all crowded events, with the help of the Charleston Area Convention and over the area have their own celebrations. The events draw hundreds of Visitors Bureau.

Blessing of the Fleet visitors and beachgoers.

April 24, 2016 Charleston Antiques Show www.tompsc.com March 18-20, 2016 The town of Mount Pleasant holds its No events to schedule around. Why? Because www.historiccharleston.org annual Blessing of the Fleet with a boat Happy New Year, Charleston it’s HOT in Charleston in August. So schedule Each March, collectors and enthusiasts parade and ceremony centered in MemoDec. 31, 2015-Jan. 1, 2016 away at venues where you can keep cool. are treated to an array of English, Eurorial Waterfront Park.

There will be seafood This is a time to celebrate as only the pean and American antiques from dealsampling from restaurants, an arts and Lowcountry knows how. There will be ers across the country. Visitors can learn crafts show, shag dancing and other activcrowds everywhere as Charlestonians through educational presentations and ities. Information mentions shuttle buses, Taste of Charleston and visitors welcome the New Year at purchase antiques of many kinds. Held at so that’s a clue to the crowds that day.

Sept.25-27, 2015 venues all over the area. Folly Beach Memminger Auditorium, 56 Beaufain St., www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com and Sullivan’s Island each host “Polar DIG SOUTH the show brings a crowd downtown.

In late September, Boone Hall PlantaBear plunge” events, where hundreds April 26-28, 2016 tion in Mount Pleasant becomes the of people jump into the frigid Atlantic Summerville Flowertown Festival DIG SOUTH is the Southeast’s interacplace to eat, as 50 of the LowcounOcean.

April 1-3, 2016 tive festival celebrating innovation and try’s favorite casual and fine dining www.flowertownfestival.org the digital economy featuring more Lowcountry Oyster Festival restaurants serve sample-size portions The three-day event showcases the than 200 presenters, 750 conference Jan. 31, 2016 and beer and wine. There’s also live beautiful blooming azaleas, wisteria and participants and 5,000 total festival www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com entertainment, a Waiters’ Race and a dogwood in Summerville, a northern attendees at several locations across Each January, two tractor trailer loads special children’s area. It will be a busy suburb of Charleston. The festival, the Charleston peninsula. Includes an of oysters are brought in for the annual time in the area around Boone Hall. organized by the Summerville Family interactive conference with high-level Lowcountry Oyster Festival at Boone YMCA, brings a host of artisans, food MOJA Arts Festival presenters, innovative startups and the Hall Plantation. The oyster-eating vendors, children’s activities and musiWild Pitch event. There’s a two-day tech Sept. 24-Oct. 4, 2015 crowds follow. Avoid this date if plancal performances. Because of this event and creative industry expo, a HACKwww.mojafestival.com ning an event in the Mount Pleasant and the next two below, early spring In late September through early OctoCharleston Challenge, national touring area, where Boone Hall Plantation is draws big crowds. bands, Space Walk tours, microcinema, ber, the MOJA Arts Festival celebrates located.

African American and Caribbean dine around events, craft beer gardens Cooper River Bridge Run and unlimited networking opportunities. arts. Featured are music, visual arts, April 2, 2016 storytelling, performances, crafts and www.bridgerun.com Southeastern Wildlife Exposition children’s activities at various venues The run starts in Mount Pleasant and Feb. 12-14, 2016 around Charleston. goes across the Cooper River on the exNorth Charleston Arts Festival www.sewe.com pansive Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, wind- April 29-May 7, 2016 Known for its original art, diverse northcharlestonartsfest.com exhibits and animal demonstrations, the ing up in downtown Charleston. Don’t even think about scheduling your event Over nine days in May, North CharlesFall Tour of Homes and Gardens annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposithe weekend of this world-class 10K Oct. 1-25, 2015 ton showcases artists and performers tion brings 120 artists and more than footrace featuring tens of thousands of www.preservationsociety.org from all over the country in workshops, 350 exhibitors to venues throughout runners and walkers – and all the friends exhibitions and performances at various Charleston’s historic homes and Charleston for a long weekend. The they bring along with them. gardens welcome visitors on a rotating venues. That would make it a tough exhibition also draws 40,000 visitors. basis, through most of October. If you time to plan a major event in North Family Circle Cup are planning an event in a historic area, Charleston.

April 2-10, 2016 you will want to check to see whether www.familycirclecup.com Spoleto Festival USA Charleston Wine and Food Festival nearby properties are on tour that day A partnership between the city of May 27-June 12, 2016 March 2-6, 2016 Charleston and Family Circle magazine www.spoletousa.org www.charlestonwineandfood.com helped build a state-of-the-art tennis For 17 days and nights each late This festival celebrates the culinary center that brings this weeklong womspring, Spoleto Festival USA takes over history and culture of the Lowcountry. en’s tournament to Daniel Island each Charleston’s historic theaters, churches Marion Square is the center of the action that includes seminars, food tast- late spring. It’s more than a tournament and outdoor spaces with more than 120 Annual Holiday Festival of Lights with lots of entertainment and action performances by renowned artists. With Nov. 13, 2015-Jan. 3, 2016 ings, a dine-around, a culinary village www.ccprc.com over nine days. its little sister festival, Piccolo Spoleto and thousands of visitors. (see below), it fills up the city. It’s a great Thousands of visitors experience the Lowcountry Cajun Festival Charleston Fashion Week time to visit Charleston, but not an easy spirit of the holidays with millions of April 3, 2016 March 15-19, 2016 sparkling lights at James Island County time to hold additional events. www.ccprc.com www.charlestonfashionweek.com Park. The display opens the second Bringing Louisiana to the Lowcountry, Piccolo Spoleto USA This week showcases emerging designweek of November and continues the Lowcountry Cajun Festival is a full May 27-June 11, 2016 ers and modeling talent under the tents through New Year’s. There are more on Marion Square. More than 30 runway day of Zydeco music, Cajun and Creole www.piccolospoleto.com than 600 light displays, many reflected foods, kids activities, and all around This festival, running concurrently with shows are featured. It will mean a busy in the park’s waterways. A word to the ragin’ Cajun fun!

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Charleston, SC 29407 843-573-1174/ 843-573-1176 Specialization Comprehensive audiovisual rental and staging services company www.avconnectionssc.com Event Talent Resources P.O. Box 30936 Charleston, SC 29407 843-819-7444 Specialization Providing full service entertainment planning for corporate and special events from conception through execution including arrangement of supporting services such as sound, lighting, staging, and videography www.etrplanning.com Fox Audio Visual 3005 W. Montague Ave. Charleston, SC 29418 843-608-9473 Specialization Fox Audio Video is a fullservice supplier of video, audio, Lighting, projection and technical support for corporate events, weddings, meetings, concerts and banquets. We also offer live on-site video web streaming and corporate video production www.foxaudiovisual.com

Lee Edwards Entertainment 811 Savannah Highway, Suite 4 Charleston, SC 29407 843-412-4484 Specialization DJs for Weddings, Corporate and Special Events. ‘Light’ PA Support www.leeedwardsentertainment.com OtherBrother Entertainment 49 Calhoun St., Suite C Charleston, SC 29401 843-225-5621/ 815-425-5621 Specialization Provides quality entertainment which includes bands, DJs, and specialty acts for weddings, private parties, and corporate events. Also, provide production including audio, lighting, and video services. www.otherbrotherent.com PDA - Production Design Associates 2799 Three Lakes Road North Charleston, SC 29418 843-554-3466/ 843-554-0169 Specialization Full service audio/visual production company; services include, lighting, staging, audio, etc. We also offer custom scenic design/build services, with over 25 years of experience. Our clients include Boeing, the White House and CNN. www.pdastage.com Stage Presence Event Rentals 2201 Mechanic St. North Charleston, SC 29405 843-906-5666 Specialization Event lighting, audio and rentals www.stagepresencellc.com UniMedia 2154 N. Center St., Unit C307 North Charleston, SC 29406 843-884-5056/ 843-278-2434

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Specialization Video, web, interactive, graphic design, webcasting, mobile, aerials and live event production www.unimediasolutions.com

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Bartle’s & Associates P.O. Box 31383 Charleston, SC 29407 843-452-5259 Specialization Brand strategy studio for small & medium-sized businesses; marketing strategy and planning; consumer behavior & trend research; brand strategy, marketing communications; implementation of strategies and campaigns www.bartlesandassociates.com Bernstein Lash Marketing P.O. Box 30427 Charleston, SC 29407 843-747-7767/ 843-747-8166 Specialization Graphic design, branding specialist and specialty promotional advertising; customized invitations www.bernsteinlash.com The Caliber Group P.O. Box 21421 Charleston, SC 29413 843-412-424 Specialization Public relations, crisis communications, branding, business development, marketing, social media management, interactive and graphic design, media planning and buying, advertising, Web design and event planning www.calibergroup.com Carolina Promotions 2470 Mall Drive, Suite G Charleston, SC 29406 843-744-8787 Specialization Screen printing, embroidery, offset printing, pad printing and engraving, decals, labels, calendars, corporate apparel, t-shirts, awards, event displays, business gifts and promotional products. www.shopcarolinapromos.com

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Data Imaging Print and Promotions 3 Gamecock Ave., Suite 310 Charleston, SC 29407 843-300-0091/ 843-571-2842 Specialization Marketing materials and promotional products/ apparel www.digpromos.com Dulles Designs - Exquisite Stationery 89 Church St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-805-7166/ 212-202-5268 Specialization Custom invitations, exquisite stationery, unique gifts, engraving, letterpress, embossing, and more www.dullesdesigns.com Fast Signs 1655 Savannah Highway Charleston, SC 29407 843-763-9400/ 843-769-6211 Specialization Signs, vehicle wraps www.fastsigns.com/146 Grand Ideas Inc. 14 Lord Ashley Drive Charleston, SC 29407 843-852-5264/ 843-852-5273 Specialization Custom-branded promotional products, merchandise, event mementos, employee recognition items, corporate gifts, decorated apparel, sponsorship/campaign materials www.grandideas.net KARST 3436 Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC 29405 843-884-4280/ 843-884-4280 Specialization Branded custom apparel and merchandise. www.karstpromo.com Mclaughlin Design 698 Beauregard St. Charleston, SC 29412 843-817-7634 Specialization Advertising, graphic design, branding, logo development www.mclaughlin-design.com Plaque Attack Inc. 7501 Rock St. North Charleston, SC 29420 843-553-2800/ 843-553-1381 Specialization Recognition awards for corporate, military, and general public, multiple forms of engraving available www.plaqueattack.net Post No Bills, Inc. 1051 Morrison Drive Charleston, SC 29403 843-654-4009/ 843-628-1202 Specialization Strategic marketing, branding, events, promotions and environmental decor www.postnobills.com Prize Trophies and Treasures 10040 Dorchester Road, Suite 105 Summerville, SC 29485 843-832-2434/ 843-832-2435 Specialization Full range of corporate awards and promotional products www.prizetrophies.net Promology101 170 N. Shelmore Blvd.

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-388-4978 Specialization Promotional Products Branded Apparel Trade Show Display & Accessories Corporate Gifts & Awards Employee Recognition Logo Work Wear Logo Golf Products www.promology101.com

Showoffs Inc. 1345 Old Georgetown Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-216-6699 Specialization Business embroidery, screen printed apparel, imprinted promotional products, trade show displays and signs. www.showoffssc.com Zoo Design Studios 1547 Inverness Drive Charleston, SC 29412 843-729-8207 Specialization Apparel, outerwear, safety gear; staff needs, trade show giveaways, high-end corporate gifts, leave-behinds, mailers, technical marketing devices, corporate branded items; sales-driven campaigns and brand enhancing promotional items. www.zoodesignstudios.com

Booking Agency/ Entertainment Ascend Entertainment PO Box 929 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-991-8000 Specialization DJ services, emcee and hosts, entertainment, musicians, lighting, music and music production, photo booths www.ascenddj.com AquaSafaris Inc. P.O. Box 309 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-886-8133/ 843-856-1977 Specialization We supply quality Sail/ Fishing/Motor vessels for up to 100 guests in Charleston & the Lowcountry. www.aqua-safaris.com Blue Light Social Media & PR 1645 Bluewater Way Charleston, SC 29414 843-900-0019 Specialization Public relations, digital marketing, and social media management to Charleston’s premier event vendors and venues. bluelightpublicrelations.com Cigar Row 359-A Wando Place Road Charleston, SC 29464 843-225-5233/ 888-256-7485 Specialization Cigar rolling’s and cigar tastings for special events and customized cigar gift packs for corporate or social groups www.cigarrow.com EastCoast Entertainment 1039-D Anna Knapp Blvd Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-856-9922/ 843-856-8522 Specialization The largest, full-service entertainment agency in the country, arranging unforgettable entertainment and producing custom events from coast to coast and around the world. www.eastcoastentertainment.com/ charleston Entertainment Charleston 1612 Woodcrest Ave. Charleston, SC 29407 843-693-0004/ 843-693-0004 Andrew Mille, Cellist and manager Specialization Charleston’s professional classical artists for hire, DJs and jazz bands for weddings, private parties and corporate events.

Year Founded: 2002 www.entertainmentcharleston.com

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Event Talent Resources P.O. Box 30936 Charleston, SC 29407 843-819-7444 Specialization Providing full service entertainment planning for corporate and special events from conception through execution including arrangement of supporting services such as sound, lighting, staging, and videography www.etrplanning.com Lee Edwards Entertainment 811 Savannah Highway, Suite 4 Charleston, SC 29407 843-412-4484 Specialization DJs for Weddings, Corporate and Special Events. ‘Light’ PA Support www.leeedwardsentertainment.com Lowcountry Music Service 2055 Wild Flower Lane North Charleston, SC 29405 843-297-8160 Specialization Live entertainment booking agency specializing in bands, soloists, DJs and performers for weddings, corporate events, lounges and private events www.lowcountrymusicservice.com On Purpose Adventures LLC 915 Folly Road, Suite 90 Charleston, SC 29412 843-580-3757 Specialization Corporate team building, bachelor parties, bachelorette parties, birthday parties. Bubble soccer www.onpurposeadventures.com OtherBrother Entertainment 49 Calhoun St., Suite C Charleston, SC 29401 843-225-5621/ 815-425-5621 Specialization Provides quality entertainment which includes bands, DJs, and specialty acts for weddings, private parties, and corporate events. Also, provide production including audio, lighting, and video services. www.otherbrotherent.com Palmetto Soul 1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Ste. 1101-181 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-991-8899 Specialization One of the leading wedding and event bands in Charleston and Southeast. Musically versatile playing everything from jazz, blues, contemporary, Motown and the great dance classics. www.palmettosoul.com VanDoren & Co. Magic and Entertainment 137 Danzid Drive Summerville, SC 29483 843-72932925 Specialization Magic shows and themed illusion events www.vandorenmagic.com

Event Decor Service A Charleston Event 4040 Babbitt St. Charleston, SC 29414 843-568-5769 Specialization Wedding, event design and planning, floral design, custom draping and prop rentals, wedding officiant, elopement specialist www.acharlestonevent.com Absolutely Charleston P.O. Box 80489 Charleston, SC 29416 843-884-9505/ 843-971-0045 Specialization Destination management company and transportation logistics provider www.absolutelycharleston.com

Ascend Entertainment PO Box 929 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-991-8000 Specialization DJ services, emcee and hosts, entertainment, musicians, lighting, music and music production, photo booths www.ascenddj.com Duvall Events 2816 Azalea Drive North Charleston, SC 29405 843-763-9222/ 843-763-6142 Specialization Event Designers, florist, chefs, mixologist, and service team and pastry chefs bring the very best event to your guests. Floral, lighting, drapery, lounge and cakes designed for your event.

Resident caterer Gaillard Center and Trident Community College www.duvallevents.com EventHaus 2220 Old School Drive North Charleston, SC 29405 843-407-0473/ 800-818-2710 Specialization EventHaus is a complete event rental resource for weddings, corporate events, private parties and festivals. From a sailcloth tent to salad forks, our team offers unrivaled service, selection www.eventhausrentals.com Fox Events LLC 1304 Erckmann Drive, Suite B Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-732-0006 Specialization Specialized unique gifts and giveaways; modern florals; contemporary and modern decor www.afoxevent.com Hokus Pokus Entertainment 1015 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 843-556-6607/ 843-556-0017 Specialization Wedding accessories, props and themes, carnival and fair items, costumes, balloon decorating, decoration consulting, specialty cakes JMC Charleston 2220 Old School Drive, Suite B North Charleston, SC 29405 843-577-1100/ 843-577-0900 Specialization Event production and destination management company, producing events with traditional and modern, decor, design, music, lighting, tours, gifts, corporate services including transportation, event production management and invitation design www.jmccharleston.com Ooh! Events 2532 Spruill Ave. Charleston, SC 29405 843-881-7576/ 843-789-4982 Specialization Rentals, chandeliers, fabric, antique tables, chairs, lounge furniture, set design, dance floor and staging www.oohevents.com PDA - Production Design Associates 2799 Three Lakes Road North Charleston, SC 29418 843-554-3466/ 843-554-0169 Specialization full service audio/visual Production Company; services include lighting, staging, audio, etc. We also offer custom scenic design/build services, with over 25 years of experience. Our clients include Boeing, the White House and CNN. www.pdastage.com

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Carolina Rental Center 2381 U.S. Highway 17 N. Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 843-881-5009/ 843-884-0034 Specialization Tents, tables, chairs, china, glassware, wedding accessories, staging, risers, linens, carnival, fair items

Snyder Event Rentals 3875 Meeting St. Road North Charleston, SC 29405 843-766-3366/ 843-766-0460 Specialization Tents, tables, chairs, china, glassware, wedding accessories, booths, conventions, staging, risers, linens, props, themes, casino equipment www.snydereventrentals.com

Duvall Events 2816 Azalea Drive North Charleston, SC 29405 843-763-9222/ 843-763-6142 Specialization Event Designers, florist, chefs, mixologist, and service team and pastry chefs bring the very best event to your guests. Floral, lighting, drapery, lounge and cakes designed for your event.

Resident caterer Gaillard Center and Trident Community College www.duvallevents.com

Stage Presence Event Rentals 2201 Mechanic St. North Charleston, SC 29405 843-906-5666 Specialization Event lighting, audio and rentals www.stagepresencellc.com

Event Rentals A Charleston Event 4040 Babbitt St. Charleston, SC 29414 843-568-5769 Specialization Wedding, event design and planning, floral design, custom draping and prop rentals, wedding officiant, elopement specialist www.acharlestonevent.com All-Mist Outdoor Cooling 8421 Dorchester Road, 109-110 North Charleston, SC 29420 843-864-6478 Specialization Outdoor event cooling with the use of unique high-pressure misting fans that lower the ambient temperature by up to 20 degrees without getting you wet www.all-mist.com Ascend Entertainment PO Box 929 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-991-8000 Specialization DJ services, emcee and hosts, entertainment, musicians, lighting, music and music production, photo booths www.ascenddj.com ATM Carolina Inc. P.O. Box 897 Summerville, SC 29483 843-875-4387/843-873-3018 Specialization On site ATM for guest and staff. Sales and/or contributions will increase due to the available of on-site cash. atmcarolina@comcast.net AV Connections 1012 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 843-573-1174/ 843-573-1176 Specialization Comprehensive audiovisual rental and staging services company www.avconnectionssc.com Bullzeye Equipment& Supply PO Box 484 Moncks Corner, SC 29461 843-499-2226 Specialization Barricades www.bullzeyeequipment.com Caravita USA Inc. 501 La Mesa St., Suite B Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 877-530-8873 Specialization Promotional umbrellas, market umbrellas, cabanas, pavilions & shade structures www.michaelcaravita.com

EventHaus 2220 Old School Drive North Charleston, SC 29405 843-407-0473/ 800-818-2710 Specialization EventHaus is a complete event rental resource for weddings, corporate events, private parties and festivals. From a sailcloth tent to salad forks, our team offers unrivaled service, selection www.eventhausrentals.com Fox Audio Visual 3005 W. Montague Ave. Charleston, SC 29418 843-608-9473 Specialization Fox Audio Video is a fullservice supplier of video, audio, Lighting, projection and technical support for corporate events, weddings, meetings, concerts and banquets. We also offer live on-site video web streaming and corporate video production www.foxaudiovisual.com Gathering Floral& Event Design 747 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-723-3387/ 843-723-6472 Specialization Floral design, event planning, consulting, coordination, lighting and furniture rentals www.gatheringevents.com Hokus Pokus Entertainment 1015 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 843-556-6607/ 843-556-0017 Specialization Wedding accessories, props and themes, carnival and fair items, costumes, balloon decorating, decoration consulting, specialty cakes IDEA, LLC 6331 Fain St. North Charleston, SC 29406 843-557-3622/ 843-744-9993 Specialization Able to deliver material, home furniture or supplies, contract or noncontract work. Operate 36ft. box truck www.ideallc.com JMC Charleston 2220 Old School Drive, Suite B North Charleston, SC 29405 843-577-1100/ 843-577-0900 Specialization Event production and destination management company, producing events with traditional and modern, decor, design, music, lighting, tours, gifts, corporate services including transportation, event production management and invitation design www.jmccharleston.com

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Lowcountry Music Service 2055 Wild Flower Lane North Charleston, SC 29405 843-297-8160 Specialization Live entertainment booking agency specializing in bands, soloists, DJs and performers for weddings, corporate events, lounges and private events www.lowcountrymusicservice.com

Belva’s Flower Shop 1409 B. Stuart Engals Blvd.

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-884-9576/ 843-884-6026 Specialization Big and small events.

Weddings, funerals, traditional and modern custom designed arrangements for all seasons. www.belvasflowershop.com

On Purpose Adventures LLC 915 Folly Road, Suite 90 Charleston, SC 29412 843-580-3757 Specialization Corporate team building, bachelor parties, bachelorette parties, birthday parties. Bubble soccer www.onpurposeadventures.com

Bird’s Nest Floral& Gifts 549 College Park Road, Suite E Ladson, SC 29456 843-797-7673/ 843-797-0093 Specialization All occasion floral arrangements, gifts, and antiques www.birdsnestflorist.com

Ooh! Events 2532 Spruill Ave. Charleston, SC 29405 843-881-7576/ 843-789-4982 Specialization Rentals, chandeliers, fabric, antique tables, chairs, lounge furniture, set design, dance floor and staging www.oohevents.com PDA - Production Design Associates 2799 Three Lakes Road North Charleston, SC 29418 843-554-3466/ 843-554-0169 Specialization full service audio/visual Production Company; services include lighting, staging, audio, etc. We also offer custom scenic design/build services, with over 25 years of experience. Our clients include Boeing, the White House and CNN. www.pdastage.com Royal Restrooms 2011 Mills B. Lane Blvd. Suite A. Yemasee, SC 29945 843-805-8015/ 803-832-7611 Specialization We specialize in providing upscale restroom and shower trailer rentals for receptions, events, military exercises, emergencies and construction remodels www.royalrestrooms.com Snyder Event Rentals 3875 Meeting St. Road North Charleston, SC 29405 843-766-3366/ 843-766-0460 Specialization Tents, tables, chairs, china, glassware, wedding accessories, booths, conventions, staging, risers, linens, props, themes, casino equipment www.snydereventrentals.com SpiritLine Cruises and Events 360 Concord St., Suite 201 Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-2628/ 843-881-2960 Specialization SpiritLine Cruises & Events operates four vessels in scenic Charleston Harbor. These vessels provide the perfect venue for all types of events. www.spiritlinecruises.com Stage Presence Event Rentals 2201 Mechanic St. North Charleston, SC 29405 843-906-5666 Specialization Event lighting, audio and rentals www.stagepresencellc.com

Florist A Charleston Event 4040 Babbitt St. Charleston, SC 29414 843-568-5769 Specialization Wedding, event design and planning, floral design, custom draping and prop rentals, wedding officiant, elopement specialist www.acharlestonevent.com

Blanche Darby Florist 581 Belle Station Blvd.

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-971-055 www.bdarbyflorist.com Bloom at Belmond Charleston Place 150 Market St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-937-9033/ 843-937-9035 Specialization Custom floral design and event planning www.bloomatcharlestonplace.com Charleston Florist Inc. 709 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 843-577-5691/ 843-577-3035 Specialization Everyday bouquets, events, weddings www.charlestonflorist.com Country & Lace Florist 610 Schooner Road Charleston, SC 29412 843-762-1118 Specialization Weddings, receptions and events of all sizes www.countryandlaceflorist.com Duvall Events 2816 Azalea Drive North Charleston, SC 29405 843-763-9222/ 843-763-6142 Specialization Event Designers, florist, chefs, mixologist, and service team and pastry chefs bring the very best event to your guests. Floral, lighting, drapery, lounge and cakes designed for your event.

Resident caterer Gaillard Center and Trident Community College www.duvallevents.com Flowers by Frankie 108 Gleneagles Drive Summerville, SC 29483 843-296-4252 Specialization Flowers for weddings and special events www.flowersbyfrankie.com Fox Events LLC 1304 Erckmann Drive, Suite B Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-732-0006 Specialization Specialized unique gifts and giveaways; modern florals; contemporary and modern decor www.afoxevent.com Gathering Floral& Event Design 747 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-723-3387/ 843-723-6472 Specialization Floral design, event planning, consulting, coordination, lighting and furniture rentals www.gatheringevents.com

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Keepsakes Florist 2024 Wappoo Drive Charleston, SC 29412 843-766-7807/ 843-763-6819 Specialization Floral decor for events and all occasions www.keepsakesflorist.net Lotus Flower 32 Laurens St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-534-2837/ 843-534-2839 Specialization Full Service Florist/ special events www.lotusflowercharleston.com OK Florist & Gifts Inc. 131 W. Luke Ave. Summerville, SC 29483 843-873-3681/ 843-873-3883 Specialization Weddings and special events, fresh flowers, sympathy design, gifts, wedding gown consignment boutique www.okfloristevents.com SYG Designs 154 Cannon St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-737-4366 Specialization Weddings and events, local deliveries, interior plant consultation and installation, hotel/restaurant flowers. www.sygdesigns.com

Tiger Lily Florist 131 Spring St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-723-2808/ 843-723-2611 Specialization Premium full service florist.

Specialize in weddings, corporate events, and hotel and restaurant designs. Winner of National Awards. Owners serve on Society of American Florists Board of Directors, lead national lobby groups, and present at National www.tigerlilyflorist.com/tigerlilyweddings. com

Formal Wear Bridals by Jodi 823 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 843-863-8400/ 843-863-8401 Specialization Wedding Gowns and attire www.bridalsbyjodi.com Dumas M. & Sons 294 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-723-8603/ 843-723-8604 Specialization Men’s Clothes www.mdumasandsons.com Grady Ervin & Co. 313 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-1776/ 843-722-1708 Specialization Menswear, made to Measure, including clothing and sportswear.

Formal Wear to purchase and rent. www.gradyervin.com

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Invitations Bernstein Lash Marketing P.O. Box 30427 Charleston, SC 29407 843-747-7767/ 843-747-8166 Specialization Graphic design, branding specialist and specialty promotional advertising; customized invitations www.bernsteinlash.com Dulles Designs - Exquisite Stationery 89 Church St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-805-7166/ 212-202-5268 Specialization Custom invitations, exquisite stationery, unique gifts, engraving, letterpress, embossing, and more www.dullesdesigns.com Party Plan-It 847 Houston Northcutt Blvd.

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-388-9236/ 843-388-9167 Specialization Party supplies for any occasion such as Halloween costumes, props and supplies partyplanitsc.com Print Shop of West Ashley Inc. 1660 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Unit 14 Charleston, SC 29407 843-571-4811/ 843-571-7270 Specialization Commercial offset printer and digital color copies The RSVP Shoppe 141 Broad Street Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-9740/ 843-577-0064 Specialization Stationery lines including Crane, William Arthur, Vera Wang; gifts available

Party Plan-It 847 Houston Northcutt Blvd.

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-388-9236/ 843-388-9167 Specialization Party supplies for any occasion such as Halloween costumes, props and supplies partyplanitsc.com

Photography Chris and Cami Photography LLC 200 Sugar Magnolia Way Charleston, SC 29414 843-324-8900 Specialization Weddings, business headshots, corporate events, award banquets, executive portraits, and professional sports www.chrisandcami.com Coleman Photography LLC 538 King St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-577-9090/ 843-577-8060 Specialization Sales conferences, trade shows, conventions, golf tournaments, corporate parties, same-day slideshows, on-site printing, green screen computer backgrounds, specialty prints and corporate gifts www.colemanphotography.com Douglas Deas Photography Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-881-7613 Specialization Portraits, events, editorial, public relations, architectural www.douglasdeasphotography.com

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Julie Livingston Photography 2182 Saint James Drive Charleston, SC 29412 843-817-3974 Specialization Weddings, Portraits, Fashion, Events, Company Headshots www.julielivingstonphotography.com Keen Eye Marketing P.O. Box 13475 Charleston, SC 29422 843-670-6789 Specialization High-definition videos and architectural photography for property owners and real estate professionals; content for social media campaigns; search engine optimization www.keeneyemarketing.com King Street Photo Weddings 1225 Blakeway St., Suite 1303 Charleston, SC 29492 843-377-8430 Specialization Fashion, engagement, bridal portrait, weddings, commercial, architectural, family portrait www.kingstreetphotoweddings.com Lawrence A. Monteith Photographer 307 Royal Palm Blvd. #104 Charleston, SC 29407-3207 843-556-1462/ 843-556-1462 Specialization Advertising, architectural, hotel, food, portrait, workshops and weddings www.lawrenceamonteith.com Post No Bills, Inc. 1051 Morrison Drive Charleston, SC 29403 843-654-4009/ 843-628-1202 Specialization Strategic marketing, branding, events, promotions and environmental decor www.postnobills.com Rick Dean Photography 164 N. Market St., Suite 322 Charleston, SC 29401 843-822-0371 Specialization Weddings and family portraiture www.rickdeanphotography.com Robbin Knight Photography LLC 1586 Ingram Road Charleston, SC 29401 843-364-5773 Specialization Corporate events & Corporate Head shots, wedding photography, family portraits www.rkdp.com Robin Joseph Photography 45 B Gadsden St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-224-0502 Specialization Special events, family portraits, maternity, bridal portraits, family reunions, parties, corporate events www.robinjosephphotography.com Marni Rothschild Pictures LLC P.O. Box 21463 Charleston, SC 29413 843-345-2190 Specialization Film photography, weddings and portraits www.marnipictures.com Smoak Stack Studios 1720 Carlisle Rd Charleston, SC 29412 843-224-8555/ 843-224-8555 Specialization Architecture, people, weddings, advertising, corporate, events, fine art, editorial and industrial www.smoakstackstudios.com

Stello Photography LLC 164 Market St., Suite 225 Charleston, SC 29401 843-425-9902 Specialization Art, commercial, weddings, portraits, food, real estate, events and intimate photography www.stellophotography.com Tumbleston Photography Studios 940 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 843-766-9400/ 843-766-5577 Specialization Corporate, weddings and events; families and children, headshots www.tumblestonphotography.com

Production/Staging Ascend Entertainment PO Box 929 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-991-8000 Specialization DJ services, emcee and hosts, entertainment, musicians, lighting, music and music production, photo booths www.ascenddj.com AV Connections 1012 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 843-573-1174/ 843-573-1176 Specialization Comprehensive audiovisual rental and staging services company www.avconnectionssc.com Event Talent Resources P.O. Box 30936 Charleston, SC 29407 843-819-7444 Specialization Providing full service entertainment planning for corporate and special events from conception through execution including arrangement of supporting services such as sound, lighting, staging, and videography www.etrplanning.com EventHaus 2220 Old School Drive North Charleston, SC 29405 843-407-0473/ 800-818-2710 Specialization EventHaus is a complete event rental resource for weddings, corporate events, private parties and festivals. From a sailcloth tent to salad forks, our team offers unrivaled service, selection www.eventhausrentals.com Fox Audio Visual 3005 W. Montague Ave. Charleston, SC 29418 843-608-9473 Specialization Fox Audio Video is a fullservice supplier of video, audio, Lighting, projection and technical support for corporate events, weddings, meetings, concerts and banquets. We also offer live on-site video web streaming and corporate video production www.foxaudiovisual.com JMC Charleston 2220 Old School Drive, Suite B North Charleston, SC 29405 843-577-1100/ 843-577-0900 Specialization Event production and destination management company, producing events with traditional and modern, decor, design, music, lighting, tours, gifts, corporate services including transportation, event production management and invitation design www.jmccharleston.com

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Ooh! Events 2532 Spruill Ave. Charleston, SC 29405 843-881-7576/ 843-789-4982 Specialization Rentals, chandeliers, fabric, antique tables, chairs, lounge furniture, set design, dance floor and staging www.oohevents.com PDA - Production Design Associates 2799 Three Lakes Road North Charleston, SC 29418 843-554-3466/ 843-554-0169 Specialization Full service audio/visual production company; services include, lighting, staging, audio, etc. We also offer custom scenic design/build services, with over 25 years of experience. Our clients include Boeing, the White House and CNN. www.pdastage.com Stage Presence Event Rentals 2201 Mechanic St. North Charleston, SC 29405 843-906-5666 Specialization Event lighting, audio and rentals www.stagepresencellc.com

Trade Show Display Vendors E2 Exhibits Inc. 1925 High Meadow St. Johns Island, SC 29455 843-556-2116/ 843-556-2117 Specialization Trade show displays, graphics and graphic design. Specialty apparel and promotional items. www.e2exhibits.com Skyline Exhibits& Design 1043 East Montaque Ave. Charleston, SC 29405 843-606-2152 Specialization Exhibit design, rental and service www.skyline.com

Tour Companies Absolutely Charleston P.O. Box 80489 Charleston, SC 29416 843-884-9505/ 843-971-0045 Specialization Destination management company and transportation logistics provider www.absolutelycharleston.com Adventure Sightseeing 1030 Fort Sumter Drive Charleston, SC 29412 843-886-5000 www.nature-tours.com AquaSafaris Inc. P.O. Box 309 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-886-8133/ 843-856-1977 Specialization We supply quality Sail/ Fishing/Motor vessels for up to 100 guests in Charleston & the Lowcountry. www.aqua-safaris.com Barrier Island Eco-Tours 50 41st Ave. Isle of Palms, SC 29421 843-886-5000 www.charleston-tours.com

Bohicket Charters 1880 Andell Bluff Blvd.

Johns Island, SC 29455 843-768-1280 Specialization Fishing charters, sunset and dolphin cruises, sailing charters, custom excursions, boat rentals, paddle boarding, kayaking, pirate adventures, retail shop, boat slips and dry storage www.bohicket.com Charleston Convention & Group Services Inc. P.O. Box 1118 Charleston, SC 29407 843-571-5882/ 843-571-4669 Specialization Full service destination management company and receptive tour operator www.destinationcharlestonsc.com Gray Line of Charleston 360 Concord St. #201 Charleston, SC 29403 843-722-4444/ 843-881-2960 Specialization We offer a 90 minute guided tour of Historic Charleston, as well transportation services in the greater Charleston area for special events (weddings, corporate meetings & more).

We have 8 20-25 passenger mini-buses available. www.graylineofcharleston.com Gullah Tours 375 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-763-7551 www.gullahtours.com JMC Charleston 2220 Old School Drive, Suite B North Charleston, SC 29405 843-577-1100/ 843-577-0900 Specialization Event production and destination management company, producing events with traditional and modern, decor, design, music, lighting, tours, gifts, corporate services including transportation, event production management and invitation design www.jmccharleston.com Nature Adventures Kayak, Canoe & Paddleboard Tour & Rental Outfitters 1900 Iron Swamp Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-568-3222 Specialization Kayak, canoe and paddleboard event tours and rentals...Fun bridal champagne paddles also for grooms!

3 miles from downtown Charleston on Shem creek in Mt. Pleasant! www.kayakcharlestonsc.com Old South Carriage Co 14 Anson St Charleston, SC 29401 843-723-9712 www.oldsouthcarriagetours.com Old Towne Carriage Co. 20 Anson St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-1315 www.oldtownecarriage.com Palmetto Carriage Works Ltd. 8 Guignard St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-723-8145 www.palmettocarriage.com Sandlapper Water Tours P.O. Box 21540 Charleston, SC 29413 843-849-8687/ 843-849-9939 Specialization Charter boat, water tours www.sandlappertours.com

Lists & Directories Sites and Insights Tours, Inc. 1220 Folly Road Charleston, SC 29413 843-552-9995 www.sitesandinsightstours.com SpiritLine Cruises and Events 360 Concord St., Suite 201 Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-2628/ 843-881-2960 Specialization SpiritLine Cruises & Events operates four vessels in scenic Charleston Harbor. These vessels provide the perfect venue for all types of events. www.spiritlinecruises.com Striped Pig Distillery 2225-A Old School Drive Charleston, SC 29405 843-276-3201 Specialization Charleston’s first distillery specializing in small-batch, handcrafted spirits made from the freshest, local ingredients. Tours & tastings of the distillery Thursday-Saturday which is also available to rent for private events. Spirits sold statewide. www.stripedpigdistillery.com Tidalwave Watersports 69 41st Ave. Isle of Palms, SC 29451 843-886-8456/ 843-606-2006 Specialization Watersports, including parasail, wave runners and charters www.tidalwavewatersports.com Tour Charleston LLC P.O. Box 22604 Charleston, SC 29413 843-723-1670 Specialization Walking tours. Convention and Group Services. The Ghosts of Charleston Tour, The Ghosts of Charleston Book, The Story of Charleston History Book www.tourcharleston.com

Transportation Above & Beyond Services LLC P.O. Box 2711 Summerville, SC 29483 843-875-9318/ 843-875-1081 Specialization Providing luxury transportation needs for Charleston and surrounding areas for twenty years www.aboveandbeyondtransportation.com Absolutely Charleston P.O. Box 80489 Charleston, SC 29416 843-884-9505/ 843-971-0045 Specialization Destination management company and transportation logistics provider www.absolutelycharleston.com Black & Gold Limo Service LLC P.O. Box 124 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-509-5999/ 843-971-5319 Specialization Licensed and insured ground transportation company serving Charleston and surrounding areas providing fully equipped, well-maintained, clean, stretch SUVs and limousines, town cars, passenger vans and taxis www.blackandgoldlimo.com Charleston Black Cab Co. 1636 Carterett Ave Charleston, SC 29401 843-216-2627/ 888-909-8982 Specialization Black Car, SUV, and Mercedes Van Service and Party Bus. All service is guaranteed satisfaction or we do not charge. www.charlestonblackcabcompany.com

Charleston Coach P.O. Box 30756 Charleston, SC 29401 843-709-0988/ 843-278-9320 Specialization Horse and carriage service for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and romantic outings www.charlestoncoach.com Charleston Convention & Group Services Inc. P.O. Box 1118 Charleston, SC 29407 843-571-5882/ 843-571-4669 Specialization Full service destination management company and receptive tour operator www.destinationcharlestonsc.com Gray Line of Charleston 360 Concord St. #201 Charleston, SC 29403 843-722-4444/ 843-881-2960 Specialization We offer a 90 minute guided tour of Historic Charleston, as well transportation services in the greater Charleston area for special events (weddings, corporate meetings & more). We have 8 2025 passenger mini-buses available. www.graylineofcharleston.com

AV Connections 1012 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 843-573-1174/ 843-573-1176 Specialization Comprehensive audiovisual rental and staging services company www.avconnectionssc.com Bell Digital Media PO Box 1241 Charleston, SC 29401 877-249-6891 Specialization Full-service, professional video production www.belldigitalmedia.com Coleman Photography LLC 538 King St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-577-9090/ 843-577-8060 Specialization Sales conferences, trade shows, conventions, golf tournaments, corporate parties, same-day slideshows, on-site printing, green screen computer backgrounds, specialty prints and corporate gifts www.colemanphotography.com

IDEA, LLC 6331 Fain St. North Charleston, SC 29406 843-557-3622/ 843-744-9993 Specialization Able to deliver material, home furniture or supplies, contract or noncontract work. Operate 36ft. box truck www.ideallc.com

Event Talent Resources P.O. Box 30936 Charleston, SC 29407 843-819-7444 Specialization Providing full service entertainment planning for corporate and special events from conception through execution including arrangement of supporting services such as sound, lighting, staging, and videography www.etrplanning.com

JMC Charleston 2220 Old School Drive, Suite B North Charleston, SC 29405 843-577-1100/ 843-577-0900 Specialization Event production and destination management company, producing events with traditional and modern, decor, design, music, lighting, tours, gifts, corporate services including transportation, event production management and invitation design www.jmccharleston.com

Fox Audio Visual 3005 W. Montague Ave. Charleston, SC 29418 843-608-9473 Specialization Fox Audio Video is a fullservice supplier of video, audio, Lighting, projection and technical support for corporate events, weddings, meetings, concerts and banquets. We also offer live on-site video web streaming and corporate video production www.foxaudiovisual.com

SpiritLine Cruises and Events 360 Concord St., Suite 201 Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-2628/ 843-881-2960 Specialization SpiritLine Cruises & Events operates four vessels in scenic Charleston Harbor. These vessels provide the perfect venue for all types of events. www.spiritlinecruises.com

Keen Eye Marketing P.O. Box 13475 Charleston, SC 29422 843-670-6789 Specialization High-definition videos and architectural photography for property owners and real estate professionals; content for social media campaigns; search engine optimization www.keeneyemarketing.com

Videography Andy Hunt Creative Group 1414 Wexford Sound Drive Charleston, SC 29412 843-708-8288/ 843-708-8288 Specialization Film and high-definition video production, full-service highdefinition editing suite, producing and directing, concept creation www.andyhuntcreative.com Artistic Eye Productions LLC 178 Thames Ave. Summerville, SC 29485 843-821-4294/ 843-821-4294 Specialization Video recording for social events, fundraisers, weddings, seminars and corporate uses. Record in high definition format. Edit to DVD or web delivery. Record in high definition format.

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King Street Photo Weddings 1225 Blakeway St., Suite 1303 Charleston, SC 29492 843-377-8430 Specialization Fashion, engagement, bridal portrait, weddings, commercial, architectural, family portrait www.kingstreetphotoweddings.com Lawrence A. Monteith Photographer 307 Royal Palm Blvd. #104 Charleston, SC 29407-3207 843-556-1462/ 843-556-1462 Specialization Advertising, architectural, hotel, food, portrait, workshops and weddings www.lawrenceamonteith.com

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Golf Courses

Ranked by USGA Slope Rating* from Back/Pro Tees Club/Course Ralston Creek at Daniel Island Club 600 Island Park Drive Daniel Island, SC 29492 The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort 1000 Ocean Course Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455 The Golf Club at Briar's Creek 4000 Briar's Creek Lane Johns Island, SC 29455 Beresford Creek course at Daniel Island Club 600 Island Park Drive Daniel Island, SC 29492 Crowfield Golf Club 300 Hamlet Circle Goose Creek, SC 29445 RiverTowne Country Club 1700 RiverTowne Country Club Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 Turtle Point at Kiawah Island Golf Resort 1 Turtle Point Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455 Cougar Point Golf Club, Kiawah Island Golf Resort 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455 The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation 5000 Wescott Club Drive Summerville, SC 29485 Oak Point at Kiawah Island Golf Resort 4394 Hope Plantation Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455 Charleston National Golf Club 1360 National Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 Legend Oaks Golf Club 118 Legend Oaks Way Summerville, SC 29485 The Links at Stono Ferry 4812 Stono Links Drive Hollywood, SC 29449 Osprey Point at Kiawah Island Golf Resort 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455 Snee Farm Country Club 1200 Club Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Dunes West Golf & River Club 3535 Wando Plantation Way Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 Patriots Point Links 1 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Shadowmoss Plantation Golf Club 20 Dunvegan Drive Charleston, SC 29414 Wild Dunes Resort Harbor Course 5881 Palm Blvd.

Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Coosaw Creek Country Club 4110 Club Course Drive North Charleston, SC 29420 Wild Dunes Resort Links Course 1 Sundial Circle Isle of Palms, SC 29451

Phone / Website Email

Slope Rating* / Holes / Course Par / Rating** Yardage

Type of Course / Green Fees

Course Designer(s) / Head Pro

Superintendent / Year Opened

843-971-3555 www.danielislandclub.com -

147 76.9

18 72 7,446

Private, with event facilities $90

Rees Jones Matt Smith

Greg Keating 2006

843-266-4670 kiawahresort.com reservations@kiawahresort.com

144 77.3

18 72 7,356

Public, resort, with event facilities Seasonal

Pete Dye, Alice Dye Stephen Youngner

Brian Gerard, Jeff Stone, Stephen Youngner 1991

843-768-3050 www.briarscreek.com -

142 74.3

18 72 7,117

Private Private

Rees Jones Eve VanderWeele

Kyle Bibler 2001

843-971-3555 www.danielislandclub.com -

141 74.9

18 72 7,195

Private, with event facilities $90

Tom Fazio Matt Smith

Greg Keating 1999

Public $25-$46

Bob Spence Bobby Donnellan

Troy Sanders, Todd Biegger 1990

Semiprivate, with event facilities Seasonal

Arnold Palmer Pete Dunham

Laura Lovisone, Rob Daniels 2001

843-764-4618 www.crowfieldgolf.com 843-849-2400 www.rivertownecountryclub.com ldavidson@rivertownecountryclub.com

141 74.2 141 74.8

18 72 7,019 18 72 7,188

843-266-4050 www.kiawahresort.com reservations@kiawahresort.com

141 74.2

18 72 7,061

Public, resort, with event facilities Seasonal

Jack Nicklaus Mark Schaffer

Steve Agazzi, Brian Gerard, Mark Schaffer 1982

843-266-4020 kiawahresort.com mike_vegis@kiawahresort.com

138 74.0

18 72 6,875

Public, resort, with event facilities Seasonal

Gary Player Josh Wagaman

Brad French, Brian Gerard, Josh Wagaman 1976

843-871-2135 wescottgolf.com wescottgolfshop@gmail.com

138 74.3

27 72 7,210

Public, with event facilities $89/$69 seasonal; discounts for tricounty residents

Michael Hurdzan Reed Johnson

Susan Nave, Lindsey Monroe, Perry Green 2000

843-266-4100 kiawahresort.com mike_vegis@kiawahresort.com

137 72.4

18 72 6,701

Resort, with event facilities $72-$121

Clyde Johnston Scott Ammon

Lance Stone, Brian Gerard, Scott Ammon 1989

843-884-4653 www.charlestonnationalgolf.com frontdesk@charlestonnationalgolf.com 843-821-4077 www.legendoaksgolf.com jchickarello@legendoaksgolf.com 843-763-1817 www.stonoferrygolf.com 843-266-4640 www.kiawahresort.com reservations@kiawahresort.com 843-884-8571 www.sneefarmcc.com llovisone@sneefarmcc.com 843-856-9000 www.duneswestgolfclub.com 843-881-0042 www.patriotspointlinks.com (843) 556-8251 www.shadowmossgolf.com golfpro@shadowmossgolf.com 843-886-2004 www.wilddunes.com wilddunesreservations@destinationhotels.com 843-767-9000 www.coosawcreek.com mbenner@coosawcreek.com 843-886-2002 www.wilddunes.com wilddunesreservations@destinationhotels.com

136 74.5 135 73.5 135 72.8 135 73.3 135 72.9 134 73.0 133 73.2 131 72.3 131 71.4 130 72.7 127 73.1

18 72 7,064 18 72 7,011 18 72 6,756

Semiprivate $45-$95

Rees Jones Chase Wells

Wayne Sellers 1989

Semiprivate, with event facilities Seasonal

Scott Poole Brian Ouse

Jim Chickarello 1994

Semiprivate $50-$90

Ron Garl Michael Sutton

Michael Eargle, Greg Wood 1989

18 72 6,932

Resort, with event facilities Seasonal

Tom Fazio Ric Ferguson

Steve Miller, Brian Gerard, Ric Ferguson 1988

Private, with event facilities -

George W. Cobb Sr. Pete Dunham

Michael Ashton, Brent Bagwell, Laura Lovisone 1970

Semiprivate, with event facilities $52-$95

Arthur Hills Kevin Zemnickas

Jason Hanson 1991

Public 85

Willard Byrd Mike Owens

Brad Parker 1979

Semiprivate, with event facilities $33-$52

Russell F. Breeden Chris Short

JP Ringer 1972

Resort, with event facilities Seasonal, $80-$110

Tom Fazio Jeff Minton

Jeff Minton 1980

Semiprivate, with event facilities Seasonal

Arthur Hills Mike Benner Jr.

Gordon Williams 1993

Resort, with event facilities $135-$155, Seasonal

Tom Fazio Jeff Minton

Frank Fredricks 1980

18 72 6,808 18 72 6,859 18 72 6,955 18 72 6,701 18 70 6,359 18 71 6,593 18 72 6,722

*Slope rating is a ratio ranging from 55 to 155 that represents the difficulty of a course for bogey golfers relative to the course rating. The higher the slope, the more difficult the course plays for bogey golfers. A slope rating of 113 is considered average. **Course rating is the approximate number of strokes it should take scratch golfers to complete a course.

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Hotels with Meeting Facilities

Properties in in the the Charleston Charleston Area, Area, Ranked Ranked by

by Square Square Footage Footage of of Event Event Space Space Properties Event Capacity

Event Capacity Company

Phone /

Company Embassy Suites Airport/Convention Center

Website Phone / Website 843-747-1882

20 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

www.charlestonharborresort.com reservations@charlestonharborresort.com 843-768-6000

5055 International Blvd.

Charleston HarborSC Resort North Charleston, 29418& Marina 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive

www.embassysuitescharleston.com 843-856-0028 wade.bryant@jqh.com www.kiawahresort.com

General Manager /

Year Founded General Manager / Year Founded Peter Steketee 2000

Reception Banquet Theater Classroom

Reception Banquet Theater Classroom

Event Space/ Meeting Rooms

Event Space/ Meeting Rooms 150,000 sq. ft.

28

2,500

2,500

3,000

1,300

Oliver Rooskens 1997

2,000

350

200

100

12,400 sq. ft.

9

Bill Lacey 2004

750

50,000

550

290

50,339 sq. ft.

15

Brad Baer 1853

600

400

350

200

11,000 sq. ft.

10

500

350

468

234

50,000 sq. ft.

15

10,549 sq. ft.

14

Kiawah 29455 Grand Hotel The MillsIsland, HouseSCWyndham 115 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 The Boardwalk Inn at Wild Dunes Resort

reservations@kiawahresort.com 843-577-2400 www.millshouse.com -888-845-8880

Charleston Plaza Hotel 4770 Goer Drive Charleston Marriott North Charleston, SC 29406

843-747-1900 www.thecharlestonplaza.com 843-723-3000 slynam@jhmhotels.com

Victoria Facemire 1983

700

450

750

475

1,100

800

975

650

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Charleston, SC - Historic District TheChurch VillageSt. at Wild Dunes 181 1 Sundial Circle Charleston, SC 29401 Isle of Palms, SC 29451

Patrick Rogers 2007

843-577-2644 www.charlestondouebletree.com 866-499-7142 -www.wilddunesmeetings.com

Reggie Edwards Frank1998 Fredericks

350

500

250

400

220

2008

Radisson Hotel Charleston Airport Wild Rivers DunesAve. Resort 5991 1 Sundial Circle SC 29406 North Charleston,

843-744-2501 888-845-8880 www.radisson.com/charlestonsc_airport www.wilddunesmeetings.com dosradisson@nvnhotels.com

John Wong Jeff Payne 1974

325

250

300

150

306

50,000 7 sq. ft.

15

DoubleTree

by Hilton -Place Charleston Airport Belmond Charleston 7401 Northwoods 205 Meeting St. Blvd North Charleston, SC 29406 Charleston, SC 29401

843-518-6200 843-722-4900 www.charlestonairportsuites.doubletree.com www.belmond.com/charlestonplace connie.hess@hilton.com -

Jim Stracey Keely Paul 2013 1986

184 1,800

120 1,200

144 1,600

90 1,000

6,000 sq.

40,000 sq.ft.ft.

6 32

Kiawah Island Golf Town & Country Inn Resort and Suites 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive 2008 Savannah Highway Kiawah Island, SC 29455 Charleston, SC 29407

843-768-2121 843-571-1000 www.kiawahresort.com www.thetownandcountryinn.com reservations@kiawahresort.com sales@thetownandcountryinn.com

Roger Warren, Missy Demetrius Palassis Wurthmann 1984 1976

700 300

500 200

676 350

384 175

35,000 sq.ft.ft.

6,000 sq.

20 6

Francis Marion Hotel Hyatt House 387 King St. Charleston - Historic District 560 King Street Charleston, SC 29403 Charleston, SC 29403

843-722-0600 843-207-2299 www.francismarioncharleston.com www.hyatthousecharlestonhistoricdistrict.com info@thefrancismarion.com rachel.frost@hyatt.com

500

550

285

400

400

420

180

300

20,000 sq. ft.

5,48014 sq. ft.

500

250

400

1 Sundial Circle Isle of Palms, SC 29451 170 Lockwood Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29403

Isle of Palms, SC 29451

www.wilddunesmeetings.com wilddunesmeetings@destinationhotels.com www.marriottcharleston.com mhrs.chsmc.sales@marriott.com

wilddunesmeetings@destinationhotels.com

wilddunesmeetings@destinationhotels.com

Frank Fredericks 2006

1972

Gayle Karolczyk Pedro Perez 1924

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350

500

468

528

234

50,000 sq. ft.

13

10,000 sq. ft.

10 sq. ft.

50,000 15

9,000 sq. ft.

5

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Properties Properties in in the the Charleston Charleston Area, Area, Ranked Ranked by

by Square Square Footage Footage of of Event Event Space Space Event Capacity

Event Capacity Company

Phone / Website

Company Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina

Phone / Website 843-856-0028

20 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 The Mills House Wyndham Grand Hotel

www.charlestonharborresort.com reservations@charlestonharborresort.com 843-577-2400

20 Patriots Point Road Charleston Harbor Mount Pleasant, SC Resort 29464 & Marina

115 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 The Mills House Wyndham Grand Hotel

www.charlestonharborresort.com 843-856-0028 reservations@charlestonharborresort.com www.millshouse.com -843-577-2400

General Manager / Year Founded Oliver Rooskens 1997

Reception Banquet Theater Classroom

Reception Banquet Theater Classroom

Event Space/ Meeting Rooms

Event Space/ Meeting Rooms 12,400 sq. ft.

9

2,000

350

200

100

Oliver Rooskens 1997

2,000

350

200

100

12,400 sq. ft.

9

Brad Baer 1853

600

400

350

200

11,000 sq. ft.

10

Brad Baer 1853

11,000 sq. ft.

10

600

400

350

200

Victoria Facemire 1983

700

450

750

475

10,549 sq. ft.

14

843-747-1900 www.thecharlestonplaza.com 843-577-2644 slynam@jhmhotels.com

Victoria Facemire 1983

700

450

750

475

350

250

400

220

10,549 sq. ft.

14

Charleston, SC - Historic District Radisson 181 ChurchHotel St. Charleston Airport 5991 RiversSC Ave. Charleston, 29401 North Charleston, SC 29406

843-577-2644 www.charlestondouebletree.com 843-744-2501 -www.radisson.com/charlestonsc_airport

Reggie Edwards 1998 John Wong

350

325

250

400

220

1974

Radisson Hotel Charleston Airport DoubleTree

by Hilton - Charleston Airport 5991 Rivers Ave. 7401 Northwoods Blvd North Charleston, SC 29406

843-744-2501 843-518-6200 www.radisson.com/charlestonsc_airport www.charlestonairportsuites.doubletree.com dosradisson@nvnhotels.com

John Wong Jim Keely 1974

325

250

DoubleTree

by Hilton - Charleston Airport Town & Country Inn and Suites 7401 Blvd 2008 Northwoods Savannah Highway North Charleston, SC 29406 Charleston, SC 29407

843-518-6200 843-571-1000 www.charlestonairportsuites.doubletree.com www.thetownandcountryinn.com connie.hess@hilton.com sales@thetownandcountryinn.com

Jim Keely Demetrius Palassis 2013 1984

184 300

Hyatt House Charleston Historic District Town & Country Inn and-Suites 560 King Street Highway 2008 Savannah Charleston, SC SC 29407 29403 Charleston,

843-207-2299 843-571-1000 www.hyatthousecharlestonhistoricdistrict.com www.thetownandcountryinn.com rachel.frost@hyatt.com sales@thetownandcountryinn.com

Pedro Perez Demetrius Palassis 2015 1984

Hyatt House Place Charleston - Historic Hyatt 560 King St. Charleston - Historic District 560 King Street Charleston, SC 29403 Charleston, SC 29403

843-414-4900 843-207-2299 www.hyattplacecharlestonhistoricdistrict.com www.hyatthousecharlestonhistoricdistrict.com rachel.frost@hyatt.com

Pedro Perez Pedro Perez 2015 2015

115 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 Charleston Plaza Hotel

4770 Goer Drive North Charleston, SC 29406

Charleston Plaza Hotel 4770 Goer Drive DoubleTree

by Hilton Hotel & Suites North Charleston, SC 29406District Charleston, SC - Historic 181 Church St. Charleston, SC DoubleTree by29401 Hilton Hotel & Suites

North Charleston, SC 29406

www.millshouse.com -843-747-1900

General Manager / Year Founded

www.thecharlestonplaza.com slynam@jhmhotels.com www.charlestondouebletree.com -

dosradisson@nvnhotels.com

connie.hess@hilton.com

Reggie Edwards 1998

150

10,000 sq. ft.

9,00010sq. ft.

300

150 90

9,000 sq. ft.

6,0007sq. ft.

120 200

144 350

90 175

6,000 6,000 sq. sq. ft. ft.

66

500 300

285 200

400 350

180 175

5,480 sq. ft.

6,000 65

500

500

285

250

400

400

180

180

5,480 sq. ft.

5,480 3sq. ft.

5

500

250

400

184

2013

250

120

300

144

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Properties in the Charleston Area, Ranked by Square Footage of Event Space Event Capacity

Company

Phone / Website

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston/Mt. Pleasant 300 Wingo Way Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-606-4600 www.charlestonmtpleasant.hgi.com jennifer.arnold2@hilton.com

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Airport 5265 International Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29418

843-308-9330 www.charlestonairport.hgi.com kelly.marhoefer@hilton.com

Tides Folly Beach 1 Center St. Folly Beach, SC 29439

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Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview 301 Savannah Highway Charleston, SC 29407

General Manager / Year Founded

Reception Banquet Theater Classroom

Event Space/ Meeting Rooms

Jennifer Colangelo 2015

210

175

230

90

5,443 sq. ft.

7

Marcus Rogers 2002

250

160

200

130

5,000 sq. ft.

7

Ken Merkel 1985

300

240

320

165

4,000 sq. ft.

5

843-556-7100 www.holiday-inn.com/chs-riverview rguinn@hiriverview.com

Jeremy McCauley, Bob Barnes 1971

150

100

50

25

3,270 sq. ft.

3

Holiday Inn Charleston Airport & Convention Center 5264 International Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29418

843-576-0300 www.holidayinn.com/chastnairport chsfrontdesk@lch-sc.com

Sam Keeler 2006

150

120

175

75

3,000 sq. ft.

5

The Inn at Middleton Place 4290 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414

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Abigail Martin 1987

250

200

250

250

3,000 sq. ft.

3

The North Charleston Inn 2934 W. Montague Ave. North Charleston, SC 29418

843-744-8281 www.northcharlestoninn.com jsiebold@charlestownehotels.com

Rachel Elliott 1973

-

100

175

100

3,000 sq. ft.

2

Joe Waring 2014

100

75

150

80

2,500 sq. ft.

3

Wyndham Garden Charleston Mount Pleasant 843-352-5100 www.wyndhamgardenmtpleasant.com 1330 Stuart Engals Blvd. jparsons@wyndhamgardenmtpleasant.com Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Courtyard by Marriott Charleston-Mount Pleasant 1251 Woodland Ave. Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-284-0900 www.marriott.com/chscm juliana.shores@marriott.com

Cheryl Craven 2007

125

110

140

100

2,125 sq. ft.

4

Residence Inn Charleston Airport 5035 International Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29418

843-266-3434 www.marriott.com/chsno erin.whitsitt@jqh.com

James Wells 2004

60

40

50

24

2,000 sq. ft.

4

Wingate by Wyndham at Charleston Southern University 9280 University Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29406

843-553-4444 www.charlestonwingate.com info@charlestonwingate.com

Ron Jaicks 2008

130

130

150

115

2,000 sq. ft.

3

Planters Inn 112 N. Market St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-722-2345 www.plantersinn.com -

Bradley Dickerson 1994

120

80

100

50

1,912 sq. ft.

2

Woodlands Mansion 125 Parsons Road Summerville, SC 29483

843-875-2600 www.woodlandsmansion.com stay@woodlandsmansion.com

Tom Limehouse 2012

300

-

120

56

1,600 sq. ft.

3

Courtyard Charleston Waterfront 35 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401

843-722-7229 www.marriott.com/chscy chscy@jhmhotels.com

Mark Thomas 1997

75

70

70

55

1,428 sq. ft.

1

Charleston Grand Hotel B 3640 Dorchester Road North Charleston, SC 29405

843-554-4140 www.choicehotels.com gm.sc480@choicehotels.com

Kamlesh Shah, Vivian Faulk, Freda Holback 2003

125

100

125

80

1,400 sq. ft.

1

French Quarter Inn 166 Church St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-722-1900 www.fqicharleston.com -

Brent Gresham 2002

75

50

50

42

1,254 sq. ft.

2

Spectator Hotel 67 State St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-724-4326 http://thespectatorhotel.com/ -

Brent Gresham 2015

75

56

54

42

1,250 sq. ft.

2

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Properties in the Charleston Area, Ranked by Square Footage of Event Space Event Capacity Company SpringHill Suites by Marriott Downtown/ Riverview 98 Ripley Point Drive Charleston, SC 29407 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston - Ashley Phosphate 7670 Northwoods Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29406 Shem Creek Inn 1401 Shrimp Boat Lane Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center 3234 W. Montague Ave. North Charleston, SC 29418 The Vendue 19 Vendue Range Charleston, SC 29401 Fairfield Inn & Suites North Charleston 2600 Elms Center Road North Charleston, SC 29406 Fairfield Inn & Suites Charleston Airport/ Convention Center 4841 Tanger Outlet Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29418 Wentworth Mansion 149 Wentworth St. Charleston, SC 29401 Residence Inn by Marriott Charleston Riverview 90 Ripley Point Drive Charleston, SC 29407 Fulton Lane Inn 202 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 Kings Courtyard Inn 198 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mount Pleasant 350 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Holiday Inn Express Charleston Downtown Ashley River 250 Spring St. Charleston, SC 29403 Aloft Charleston Airport & Convention Center 4875 Tanger Outlet Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29418 HarbourView Inn 2 Vendue Range Charleston, SC 29401 Residence Inn by Marriott Charleston Mount Pleasant 1116 Isle of Palms Connector Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Andrew Pinckney Inn 40 Pinckney St. Charleston, SC 29401 Meeting Street Inn 173 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 Zero George Street 0 George St. Charleston, SC 29401 21 East Battery Bed & Breakfast 21 East Battery Bed & Breakfast Charleston, SC 29401 Ansonborough Inn 21 Hasell St. Charleston, SC 29401 Charlestowne Hotels Inc. 28 Bridgeside Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29412 The Restoration 75 Wentworth St. Charleston, SC 29401

Phone / Website

General Manager / Year Founded

Reception Banquet Theater Classroom

Event Space/ Meeting Rooms

843-571-1711 www.marriott.com/chssh julie.gerthoffer@fowlerhospitality.com

Jennifer Hill 1999

75

60

75

60

1,250 sq. ft.

2

843-553-1600 www.hiexpress.com/chastni-26 gm@hiexpressnorthwoods.com

Cheryl Clark 1999

60

50

65

60

1,140 sq. ft.

1

843-881-1000 www.shemcreekinn.com Jpoole@charlestownehotels.com

James Poole, Chelsea Reich 1986

-

-

45

45

1,100 sq. ft.

2

843-302-8600 www.charlestonairport.place.hyatt.com -

Vicki Wilkins 2010

60

60

75

50

1,080 sq. ft.

2

843-577-7970 www.thevendue.com info@thevendue.com 843-414-2700 www.marriott.com/chsne julie.gerthoffer@fowlerhospitality.com

Pietro Giardini, Nicole Turner 1975

100

100

100

60

1,000 sq. ft.

1

Carla Reynolds 2003

50

50

50

50

964 sq. ft.

1

Dawn Wells 2010

50

36

60

30

932 sq. ft.

2

Noreen Marchant 1998

50

40

50

20

900 sq. ft.

2

Rick Buggle 2000

30

30

40

30

767 sq. ft.

1

Lisa Anderson 1994

40

40

50

35

713 sq. ft.

1

Lisa Anderson 1980

40

40

50

30

713 sq. ft.

1

Steve Lavelle 2009

70

50

50

40

700 sq. ft.

1

843-722-4000 www.charlestonhiexpress.com gm@charlestonhiexpress.com

Jeff Sargent 2013

40

40

40

30

688 sq. ft.

1

843-566-7300 www.alofthotels.com/charleston sales@aloftcharlestonairport.com 843-853-8439 www.harbourviewcharleston.com mburros@charlestownehotels.com

Steve Spear 2008

40

-

40

40

530 sq. ft.

1

Matt Burros 1998

25

35

25

25

530 sq. ft.

1

Jennifer Bagwell 2002

40

32

40

24

500 sq. ft.

1

Barry Hutto 1995

-

-

-

-

350 sq. ft.

1

Allen Johnson 1980

12

0

0

12

300 sq. ft.

1

Ray Berrouet 2012

75

18

18

15

250 sq. ft.

1

Abigail Martin 1825

50

50

-

-

- sq. ft.

3

Carrie Huston 1999

-

0

0

-

- sq. ft.

-

Michael Tall 1980

-

-

-

-

- sq. ft.

-

Howard Letts 2010

50

-

12

12

- sq. ft.

3

843-300-3100 www.marriott.com/chscs 843-853-1886 www.wentworthmansion.com 843-571-7979 www.marriott.com/chsri julie.gerthoffer@fowlerhospitality.com 843-720-2600 www.fultonlaneinn.com 843-723-7000 www.kingscourtyardinn.com 843-375-2600 www.hiemountpleasant.com slavelle@charlestownehotels.com

843-881-1599 www.marriott.com/chsmp ashley.miller@marriott.com 843-937-8800 www.andrewpinckneyinn.com bhutto@charlestownehotels.com 843-723-1882 www.meetingstreetinn.com allen@meetingstreetinn.com 843-817-7900 www.zerogeorge.com contact@zerogeorge.com 843-556-0500 www.21eastbatterybedandbreakfast.com info@21eastbattery.com 843-723-1655 www.ansonboroughinn.com info@ansonboroughinn.com 843-972-1400 www.charlestownehotels.com mtall@charlestownehotels.com 843-518-5100 www.therestorationhotel.com info@restorationonking.com

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Restaurants with Banquet Facilities Ranked by Maximum Capacity for a Seated Event

Event Capacity

Private Banquet Rooms

4,000

23

$35

Diverse catering menu with a wide range of variety

Mike Altine Jr., Richard P. Ritter

800

2

$25

Beef, seafood and chicken

888-845-8880 www.wilddunesmeetings.com wilddunesmeetings@destinationhotels.com

Jeff Payne

500

20

$45

Inspired by the Lowcountry with a large array of food and beverage items to choose items, our culinary team led by CIA trained Executive Chef Robert Frederick will elevate your event.

Good Food Catering 17 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29413

843-723-7952 goodfoodcatering.net info@goodfoodcatering.net

Jenna DeSavino, Tristan Whisenant, Eve Grey

200

6

$50

Menu ranges from French and Asian flavors to classic Charleston recipes and everything in between

Relish Distinctive Catering 1700 RiverTowne Country Club Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

843-849-2400, ext. 7 www.relishdistinctivecatering.com -

Lacy Davidson

200

7

$40

Customizable offering Lowcountry barbecue, shrimp and grits; mashed potato bar

Snee Farm Country Club 1200 Club Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-884-8571 www.sneefarmcc.com llovisone@sneefarmcc.com

Michael Ashton, Brent Bagwell, Laura Lovisone

180

3

$30

Shrimp and Grits - cajun butter sauce Fried Chicken and Waffles - bacon maple syrup Crab Cakes - cajun remloude

The Islander 160 Fairchild St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-388-6366 www.theislanderdi.com info@theislanderdi.com

Barbara Nistor

150

2

$40

The menu is influenced by Charleston's culinary culture, such as Caribbean and Gullah Geechee with a focus on fresh local ingredients

Company

Phone / Website Email

Embassy Suites Catering 5055 International Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29418

843-747-1882 embassysuitescharleston.com joanie.cole@jqh.com

Joanie Cole

A&P Catering 17 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401

843-224-0529 www.varietystorerestaurant.com mclaltine@gmail.com

Wild Dunes Resort 1 Sundial Circle Isle of Palms, SC 29451

Manager(s)

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Phone / Website Email

Manager(s)

Event Capacity

Private Banquet Rooms

Avg. Cost (3-course meal) Menu/SignatureDishes

Southend Brewery and Smokehouse 161 East Bay St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-853-4677 www.southendbrewery.com events@southendbrewery.com

Jana Hodge

150

2

$30

Specializing in barbecue, seafood and lowcountry favorites

Barony Tavern 68A Wentworth St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-297-4246 www.baronytavern.com baronytavern.com

Andy Morgan, Andy Fallen

140

-

$50

Exquisite southern cuisine defined by a simple approach, highlighting the essence of each ingredient and creating extraordinary distinct layers of flavor.

Coast Bar and Grill 39-D John Street Charleston, SC 29403

843-722-8838 coastbarandgrill.com info@coastbarandgrill.com

Michael Krajewski

130

1

$45

Ceviche Samplers, Local Wood Fire Fish, Cashew Encrusted Grouper

Magnolias Upper Level Gallery 185 E. Bay St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-577-7771 www.magnolias-blossom-cypress.com reservations@hmgi.net

Patricia Pettus

130

2

$48

Down South Egg Roll, Parmesan Crusted Flounder, Shellfish over grits, Fried Green Tomatoes, Warm Cream Cheese Pecan Brownie

Upstairs at 39 Rue de Jean 39 John St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-725-5959 www.39ruedejean.com upstairs@39ruedejean.com

Tristan Whisenant

130

1

$50

Grilled pork chop, braised grouper and pecanencrusted chicken breast

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Restaurant 99 S. Market St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-723-5665 www.bubbagump.com mmays@ldry.com

Megan Mays

110

1

$35

we serve shrimp specialties, chicken, pasta.

Edmund's Oast 1081 Morrison Drive Charleston, SC 29403

843-727-1145 www.edmundsoast.com edmundsoast@edmundsoast.com

Jess Nicoles

100

2

$40

pickled shrimp meatballs fresh, local dishes

Vincent Chicco's Hutson Alley - 39-G John St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-203-3002 www.vincentchiccos.com info@vincentchiccos.com

Kinsey Rogers

100

1

$45

Italian-American, including antipasti; pomodoro, rigatoni and lasagna; and steak and seafood dishes

Laura Alberts Tasteful Options 891 Island Park Drive Daniel Island, SC 29492

843-881-4711 www.lauraalberts.com lauraalbertsinfo@gmail.com

Karen M. Elsey

80

5

$40

Prime cuts of meat, local seafood and seasonal vegetables prepared in Lowcountry style

Circa 1886 149 Wentworth St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-853-7828 www.circa1886.com circa1886@charminginns.com

Ginny Severs

75

2

$55

Southern dishes featuring local and seasonal foods

Cypress Lowcountry Grill 167 East Bay St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-727-0111 www.magnolias-blossom-cypress.com -

Patricia Pettus

72

2

$52

Almond Fried Brie, Charcuterie, Crisp Wasabi Tuna, Steak Diane, Grand Marnier Souffle

Fish Restaurant 442 King St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-722-3474 www.fishrestaurantcharleston.com info@fishrestaurantcharleston.com

Jennifer Goldman

70

1

$50

French Master Chef Nico Romo reimagines classic French cuisine with Asian finesse inside this 1837 Charleston single on Upper King. Contemporary dining room, bar, courtyard and private second floor.

Fork Fine Gourmet Catering & Events 2408 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414

843-769-0300 www.forkfinegourmet.com forkfinegourmet@knology.net

Wendall Edwards, Margaret Edwards

50

1

$38

House-made She Crab Soup, Pimento Cheese, Shrimp & Grits

Virginia's on King 412 King St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-735-5800 www.virginiasonking.com info@virginiasonking.com

Emily Owens

50

1

$35

Shrimp and grits; southern fried chicken and Carolina bouillabaisse

Easterby's Family Grille 2388 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414

843-556-5707 www.easterbysfamilygrille.com easterbysfamilygrille@yahoo.com

Ron Easterby, Don Easterby

40

1

$2,395

82 Queen 82 Queen St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-723-7591 www.82queen.com info@82queen.com

Jonathan Kish, Steve Kish, Trista M. Hoffman

36

11

$60

Lowcountry and southern foods; fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits; she crab soup

Charleston Grill 224 King St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-577-4522 www.charlestongrill.com www.charlestongrill.cph@belmond.com

Mickey S. Bakst

36

1

$90

French food with a Southern Flair makes up this ever changing and well balanced menu.

Melvin's Barbecue 719 Folly Road Charleston , SC 29412

843-795-6794 www.melvinsbbq.com info@melvinsbbq.com

David Bessinger, Faith Sanders

30

1

$25

Barbecue pork, brisket, pulled chicken, turkey and Southern sides.

Blossom 171 East Bay St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-722-9200 www.groupdiningcharleston.com patpettus@hmgi.net

Patricia Pettus

20

1

$45

Pan Roasted Mahi Mahi, Buttermilk Calamari, Oven Roasted Salmon, Red Velvet Bread Pudding

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Ranked by No. of Event Planners in the Charleston Area Event Planners / Employees

Day-ofCoordinator Available

Jeff Payne 1972

13 400

Y

Weddings, social events, corporate meetings, small business retreats, day meetings, incentive trips

843-724-8410 www.charlestonplace.com gmatesi@charlestonplace.com

Geno Matesi 1987

7 450

Y

Full-service destination management, dinners, wedding receptions, holiday parties, fundraisers, Bar Mitzvahs; event design

Absolutely Charleston P.O. Box 80489 Charleston, SC 29416

843-884-9505 www.absolutelycharleston.com info@absolutelycharleston.com

Kate MacCoy, Casey Crites, Robert Sullivan 1998

4 15

Y

Accommodations and conference support, unique excursions, culinary experiences, transportation logistics

Charleston Convention & Group Services Inc. 1 Carriage Lane Charleston, SC 29407

843-571-5882 www.destinationcharlestonsc.com ccgs@destinationcharlestonsc.com

James E. Mellen, Stephanie D. King 1986

4 4

Y

Full-service destination management, receptive operator; special events, team building activities, convention services, tours

Charleston Gaillard Center 95 Calhoun St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-724-5212 www.gaillardcenter.com bookings@gaillardcenter.com

Kevin T. Carlon 2015

4 250

Y

Full Service Facility. For functions from 10 to 1000

Events by The Social Secretary 843-732-0774 www.thesocialsecretary-events.com 1208 Tidal Basin Court amfrawley@thesocialsecretary-events.com Charleston, SC 29412

Anne Marie Frawley 2010

4 15

Y

Customized design, planning and management for corporate, social, media functions; weddings, fundraisers, conferences, destination events

JMC Charleston 2220 Old School Drive, Suite B North Charleston, SC 29405

843-577-1100 www.jmccharleston.com mitchell@jmccharleston.com

4 6

Y

Event production, design; destination management, tours, transportation, private venues, business openings

Leo Events 306 Meeting St. Suite 100 Charleston, SC 29401

843-776-4834 www.leoevents.com cloftin@leoevents.com

Mitchell Crosby, Tracy Mitchell, Rhianon Ham 2004 Christy Loftin, Craig Beem, Lindsay Hiers 2002

4 4

N

Blend the authenticity of the Lowcountry locale with innovative, on-target creative and on-time production.

Loluma - Distinctive Events 115 Calhoun St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-723-1355 www.loluma.com shasha@loluma.com

Sha Sha Harnik 1997

4 10

N

Event decorations, designs, lighting, floral creations

Lawson Roberts LLC 351 King St., Suite B Charleston, SC 29403

843-709-5050 www.lawsonroberts.com lawson@lawsonroberts.com

Lawson Roberts 2007

4 5

Y

Weddings, corporate events, social galas, fundraisers, birthdays; private in-home dinners; entertainment

Touchpoint Communications 522 King St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-296-2033 www.touchptcom.com info@touchptcom.com

Colleen Troy, Kerry Welch, Cristy Jamison 2005

4 4

Y

PR and new product launches, small-group corporate

Wedding Event Design LLC 123 Spring St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-722-9333 www.charlestonevent.com ellen@charlestonevent.com

Ellen Cohn Robinson 1999

4 5

N

Weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate and non-profit events

Calder Clark 62 Cannon St., First Floor Charleston, SC 29403

843-641-0055 www.calderclark.com info@calderclark.com

Calder B. Clark 2006

3 3

N

Full-service wedding design and planning

Charleston's Finest City Guide 1940 Trolley Road, Suite C Summerville, SC 29485

843-873-0260 www.signaturesgroup.com; www.charlestonsfinest.com info@signaturesgroup.com

Cara Adams 1997

3 3

N

Hotel, resort, cruise groups

Easton Events LLC 0 George St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-822-4885 www.eastonevents.com easton@eastonevents.com

Augusta S. Cole, Lynn Easton Andrews 1998

3 4

N

Full service design and event planning for luxury weddings and corporate events

Momentum Marketing 225 Seven Farms Drive, Suite 108-B Charleston, SC 29492

843-377-8450 www.momentumresults.com info@momentumresults.com

Pam Hartley 2005

3 12

Y

Turnkey event development, planning, execution, professional staffing and budget management and marketing services

Ooh! Events 2532 Spruill Ave. Charleston, SC 29405

843-881-7576 www.oohevents.com info@oohevents.com

Lisa Thomas 1996

3 9

Y

Flowers, unique rentals, invitations, event design and coordination, tent rentals and corporate events

Pure Luxe Bride 3464 Maybank Highway Suite D Johns Island, SC 29455

843-640-3074 pureluxebride.com francesca@pureluxebride.com

Francesca DiSalvo-Follmer 2009

3 6

Y

Event management, partial planning, full-service planning, special event draping and decor

Tara Guerard Soiree 54 Chapel Street Charleston, SC 29403

843-577-5006 www.taraguerardsoiree.com info@taraguerardsoiree.com

Tara Guerard, Meg Schreier, Abbie Prince 1997

3 3

N

Event design, planning and production

Trio Solutions Inc. (TRIO) 505 Belle Hall Parkway, Suite 202 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-216-0442 www.trio-solutions.com info@trio-solutions.com

Jennifer Cherock, Jessica Munday 2001

3 10

Y

Special events, fundraisers, conferences; event marketing and PR; event websites, registration

Durant Consulting, Inc. 519 Clearview Drive Charleston, SC 29412

305-785-3393 www.durantconsulting.com alex@durantconsulting.com

Katy Perrin, Alex Durant 2007

2 3

N

Management, production of small-scale events for individuals; marketing events for small businesses

Company

Phone / Website Email

Person In Charge / Year Founded

Wild Dunes Resort 1 Sundial Circle Isle of Palms, SC 29451

888-845-8880 www.wilddunesmeetings.com wilddunesmeetings@destinationhotels.com

Charleston Place Events 205 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401

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Ranked by No. of Event Planners in the Charleston Area Company Elizabeth Grace Occasions LLC 1000 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite 103-158 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Flair Marketing & Advertising 2302 Mount Pleasant St. Charleston, SC 29403

Event Planners / Employees

Day-ofCoordinator Available

Amie Waldeck, Gayle Dorsel 2009

2 3

Y

Weddings, galas, corporate, private events

843-412-4894 www.flairmarketingandadvertising.com holly@flaireventsandmarketing.com

Holly Clayson, Susan Sellers 2004

2 3

Y

Events large or small, corporate or private

843-732-0006 www.afoxevent.com lauren@afoxevent.com

Lauren Fox 2013

2 2

N

Corporate events, social events, weddings

Phone / Website Email

Person In Charge / Year Founded

843-901-2621 www.elizabethgraceoccasions.com amie@elizabethgraceoccasions.com

Specialization

Fox Events LLC 1304 Erckmann Drive, Suite B Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Gathering Floral & Event Design 747 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29403 Home Team PR and Events 1587 Holton Place Charleston, SC 29407

843-723-3387 www.gatheringevents.com info@gatheringevents.com

Heather Barrie 2001

2 2

Y

Event planning, consulting, coordination; floral design, decor, lighting, furniture rental

843-557-4077 www.hometeampr.com angel@hometeampr.com

Angel Passailaigue Postell 2013

2 2

Y

Culinary related events

Miele Events PO Box 12667 Charleston, SC 29403

843-364-1796 www.mieleevents.com hello@mieleevents.com

Toni Reale, Lori DeNicola 2009

2 2

N

Full-service planning, floral design, corporate events, retreats, fundraisers; eco-friendly planning and design

Post No Bills, Inc. 1051 Morrison Drive Charleston, SC 29403

843-654-4009 www.postnobills.com info@postnobills.com

Doreen H. Sullivan 1987

2 4

Y

Event planning from promotion to environmental decor

Silicon Harbor Communications 1721 Wellstead St. Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

843-696-9382 www.siliconharborcommunications.com contact@siliconharborcommunications.com

Square One Meeting Planning 7890 Dorchester Road North Charleston, SC 29418 A Charleston Event 4040 Babbitt St. Charleston, SC 29414 BDi Marketing and Advertising 1470 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Suite 6-B Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

2 5

Y

Trade shows, company or executive retreats, weddings

843-856-5150 www.somp.co Tammy@somp.co

Katy Swiergosz, Lisa Bowers, Cheryl Irwin, Paul Swiergosz 2014 Tammy Faust, Jacki Bennis 1995

2 8

Y

Association, government, corporate, medical and educational meetings and conferences on a local and national level

843-568-5769 www.acharlestonevent.com hsimpson@acharlestonevent.com

Holly A. Simpson 2001

1 3

Y

Officiating, wedding coordination and elopement services

843-834-3731 www.BDiAdv.com Chris@BDiAdv.com

Chris Johnson, Roger Gaither 2012

1 3

Y

Event planning assistance available for corporate or private parties

The Caliber Group P.O. Box 21421 Charleston, SC 29413

843-412-4247 www.calibergroup.com info@calibergroup.com

Linda Welter, Kerry Stratford, Joy Tyson 1997

1 1

N

Public relations, crisis communications, branding, marketing, interactive and graphic design, social media, advertising and web design

Event Talent Resources P.O. Box 30936 Charleston, SC 29407

843-819-7444 www.etrplanning.com craig@eventtalentresources.com

Craig Delk 2007

1 1

Y

Entertainment planning and execution for corporate and special events

Fini Event Planning 164 Market St., Suite 304 Charleston, SC 29401

843-822-8830 www.finievents.com courtney@finievents.com

Courtney Plotner 2006

1 1

Y

Weddings, rehearsal dinners and day-of coordination; fundraisers, birthdays, corporate events

HelmsBriscoe 5470 Chisolm Road Charleston, SC 29455

843-559-8896 www.helmsbriscoe.com jdaniels@helmsbriscoe.com

Julie W. Daniels 2003

1 1

Y

No-cost hotel site selection, contract negotiations; ten or more sleeping rooms for association, corporate meetings

Kenda Sweet Events Inc. 1473 Goblet Ave. Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-881-1959 kendasweet@bellsouth.net

Kenda M. Sweet 1996

1 1

Y

Full-service event planning company

On Purpose Adventures LLC 915 Folly Road, Suite 90 Charleston, SC 29412

843-580-3757 www.onpurposeadventures.com info@onpurposeadventures.com

Ben-Jamin Toy 2011

1 1

Y

Corporate team building, adventure bachelor and bachelorette parties and customized adventures, bubble soccer

RLE Charleston LLC 164 Market St., Suite 301 Charleston, SC 29401

843-577-0305 www.rlecharleston.com info@rlecharleston.com

Stacey Fraunfelter 2005

1 2

Y

Event design, planning, coordination, consultation; fullservice wedding, partial and month-of coordination

Sara Dwyer Design LLC 1639 Lazylake Court Charleston, SC 29412

843-225-5250 www.saradwyer.com sara@saradwyer.com

Sara Dwyer 2006

1 2

Y

Creative branding services, logistics, event coordination an planning, signage, trade show exhibits, marketing, logos, business development collateral

Stylee PR & Marketing 2416 Majestic Roses Court Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Tasteful Civil Ceremonies by Allen Johnson 173 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 Tom Steenhuysen SEO Consulting 1445 Battery Brown Court Charleston, SC 29412 Winship Productions 1470 Mataoka St. Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-345-3275 www.styleepr.com vladia@styleepr.com

Vladia JurcovaSpencer 2004

1 1

Y

Art events

843-696-8185 www.mycharlestonwedding.net -

Allen Johnson 1999

1 1

Y

Vow creation, composition; ceremony planning; full wedding rehearsals, advice for customary and traditional weddings

843-606-0866 www.justcallmetom.com -

Tom Steenhuysen 2003

1 1

Y

SEO, internet marketing, social media integration

843-442-8599 www.winshipproductions.com mikeawinship@gmail.com

Michael A. Winship 2005

1 4

N

Full-service event planning; weddings, private parties; complimentary consultation and flat-free pricing for all budget levels

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Exchange Park 9850 U.S. Highway 78 Ladson, SC 29456 Blackbaud Stadium 1990 Daniel Island Drive Charleston, SC 29492 North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center 5001 Coliseum Drive North Charleston, SC 29418 Hyde Park Farm & Polo Club 6763 Davis Rd. Ravenel, SC 29470 Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park 360 Fishburne St. Charleston, SC 29403 Charleston Maritime Center 10 Wharfside St. Charleston, SC 29401 Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina 20 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-572-3161 www.exchangepark.org denise@exchangepark.org 843-971-4625 www.charlestonbattery.com -

Michael Carney, Denise Massey 1979

843-529-5035 www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com mfleming@northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com

Les Crooks, Mariah Fleming, Wes Dickerson 1993 Amy Vann Flowers 2009 Melissa Azevedo 1997 Alysia Olshinski, Atchison Bob 1997

Middleton Place 4300 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414

843-556-6020 www.middletonplace.org info@middletonplace.org

Charleston Visitor Center & Bus Shed 375 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-724-7174 www.charlestoncvb.com binderr@charleston-sc.gov

704-609-6866 www.hydeparkpoloclub.com info@hydeparkpoloclub.com 843-723-7241 www.riverdogs.com 843-853-3625 www.cmcevents.com atchisonb@charleston-sc.gov 843-856-0028 www.charlestonharborresort.com reservations@charlestonharborresort.com

Andrew Bell 1999

Oliver Rooskens 1997 Charles H. Duell, M. Tracey Todd 1741 Russell A. Binder, Taylor Harris 1991

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Max. Capacity / Outdoor / Reception 50,000 50,000 50,000 14,000 5,100 14,000 2,000 7,600

Description Venue buildings, open land with pond, 70 acres of outside meeting space and 100 acres of parking space Home of the Charleston Battery, 1,400 parking spaces plus overflow available Coliseum - 13,000 ppl NCPAC - 2,341 Charleston Area Convention Center - 3 exhibit halls 79,960 sq ft

8,000 8,000 5,000 6,000 5,000 1,000 4,000 1,500 450 2,500 2,500 2,000

Unlimited parking. 400 acres 17 miles dt charleston. Open air pavilion fireplace, beautiful barn with brick floors, bridal suite. Only polo club in Charleston!

2,000 2,000 2,000

18th-century plantation, America's oldest landscaped gardens, house museum and plantation stableyards with indoor and outdoor reception sites

1,500 1,500 300

Open, covered usable space

Outdoor picnic areas available as well as the stadium's sky suites Downtown waterfront event and conference venue with space available for indoor and outdoor receptions and ceremonies; free parking available Indoor meeting space and covered outdoor areas overlooking Charleston Harbor; conference planning team and wedding specialist are available.

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South Carolina Aquarium 100 Aquarium Wharf Charleston, SC 29401

843-577-3474 www.scaquarium.org -

Kevin Mills 2000

1,500 500 1,300

Receptions, conferences and meetings can be hosted in the executive suite, great hall or riverside terrace

Memminger Auditorium 56 Beaufain St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-724-1196 www.memmingerauditorium.com info@memmingerauditorium.com

Spoleto Festival 2008

1,000 250 600

Multi-use space available year-round featuring 2,500 square feet of storage space, catering setup and backstage needs; banquet room-style partition wall available and six dressing rooms

843-873-2210 www.summervillecountryclub.com sblanton@knology.net

Bufort Blanton 2009

800 800 500

Outdoor covered pavilion with extended deck, prep kitchen, lighting, portable bars, wireless PA system, dance floor, tables, chairs; outdoor patio extension suitable for oyster roasts, fundraisers; 40'x40' tent also available for patio

843-873-2210 www.summervillecountryclub.com sblanton@knology.net

Bo Blanton Jr. 1925

800 800 500

Covered outdoor pavilion with pull-down curtains if needed; large outdoor patio suitable for oyster roasts and weddings with 40' x 40' tent available; tables and chairs on site

The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation 5000 Wescott Club Drive Summerville, SC 29485

843-871-2135 wescottgolf.com wescottgolfshop@gmail.com

Susan Nave, Lindsey Monroe, Perry Green 2000

600 500 500

Antebellum-style clubhouse with wraparound porch, hardwood floors, twin fireplaces and vaulted ceilings; 6,000-square-foot tented patio for weddings and outdoor events

The Grand Pavilion 1 Sundial Circle Isle of Palms, SC 29451

888-845-8880 Jody Harris www.wilddunesmeetings.com wilddunesreservations@destinationhotels.com 1972

600 800

Ocean-front space in the heart of Wild Dunes Resort with sweeping views of the Atlantic; ideal for casual corporate gatherings, cocktail parties, dinners or receptions

Wild Dunes Resort 1 Sundial Circle Isle of Palms, SC 29451

888-845-8880 www.wilddunesmeetings.com wilddunesmeetings@destinationhotels.com

Jeff Payne 1972

600 500 600

From the Grand Pavilion overlooking the ocean to the Sweetgrass Pavilion Conference Center, Wild Dunes offers a wide variety of impressive space for your next event.

Lowndes Grove Plantation 266 St. Margaret St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-853-1810 www.pphgcharleston.com info@pphgcharleston.com

Jennifer Goldman 2007

560 560

Downtown Charleston's last great waterfront estate boasts panoramic sunset views of the Ashley River; 1786-era architecture and period furnishings; expansive piazza; grand lawn framed by century-old live oaks and private river dock.

Candlelite Pavilion at Summerville Country Club 400 Country Club Blvd.

Summerville, SC 29483 Summerville Country Club, Miler Golf Course 400 Country Club Blvd.

Summerville, SC 29483

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Beresford Creek course at Daniel Island Club 600 Island Park Drive Daniel Island, SC 29492

843-971-3555 www.danielislandclub.com -

Greg Keating 1999

500 500

Nationally ranked Tom Fazio layout available on a limited basis for member-sponsored charity and corporate events when course is closed for member play (Tuesdays).

Blackbeard's Cove 3255 U.S. Highway 17 N. Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

843-971-1223 www.blackbeardscove.net contact@blackbeardscove.net

Brian N. Lee 2006

500 500

Corporate meetings, corporate events, team building, birthday parties, Character Dinners

Daniel Island Club 600 Island Park Drive Daniel Island, SC 29492

843-971-3555 www.danielislandclub.com info@danielislandclub.com

Greg Keating 1999

500 500

Harborside East 28 Bridgeside Blvd.

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-606-2718 www.harborsideeast.com chelsea@harborsideeast.com

Chelsea Banias 2006

500 500 500

Private country club featuring two championship golf courses; 7,100 sq. ft. ballroom, dividable; private board room; outdoor venues; full-service catering options. Popular for weddings, corporate events and fundraising events.

One of Charleston’s premier venues located minutes from downtown at Patriot’s Point, Harborside East offers a spacious interior reception space and a stunning waterfront patio with breathtaking view of the Ravenel Bridge and downtown Charleston.

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens 3550 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414

843-571-1266 www.magnoliaplantation.com events@magnoliaplantation.com

Leanza Kauffman 1676

500 500 500

Features three scenic locations for weddings and corporate events; America's oldest public garden and 19th century Romantic style garden

Ralston Creek at Daniel Island Club 600 Island Park Drive Daniel Island, SC 29492

843-971-3555 www.danielislandclub.com -

Greg Keating 2006

500 500

Nationally ranked Rees Jones layout available on a limited basis for member-sponsored charity and corporate events when course is closed for member play (Tuesdays).

Wild Dunes Resort Harbor Course 5881 Palm Blvd.

Isle of Palms, SC 29451

843-886-2004 Jeff Minton www.wilddunes.com wilddunesreservations@destinationhotels.com 1980

500 -

The golf course could be used for a cocktail reception.

Wild Dunes Resort Links Course 1 Sundial Circle Isle of Palms, SC 29451

843-886-2002 Frank Fredricks www.wilddunes.com 1980 wilddunesreservations@destinationhotels.com

500 -

The golf course could be used as event space for cocktail reception.

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843-722-3474 www.pphgcharleston.com info@pphgcharleston.com

Jennifer Goldman 2000

500 500

Johnson Hagood Stadium - Club Level 68 Hagood Ave. Charleston, SC 29403 Berkeley Country Club at Exeter Plantation 772 Exeter Plantation Road Moncks Corner, SC 29461

843-953-6703 www.mywedding.com/vendors/the-clublevel-lounge-and-terraces-133401 ddillahey@citadel.edu

Tom McAlister 2006

450 5,800 450

843-761-4653 www.berkeleycc.com berkeleycc@homesc.com

Will Seastrunk 1959

425 425 425

Beautiful golf course with 3300 sqft ballroom, commercial kitchen, outdoor wedding venue, and covered outdoor pavilion.

SpiritLine Cruises and Events 360 Concord St., Suite 201 Charleston, SC 29401

843-722-2628 www.spiritlinecruises.com sales@spiritlinecruises.com

Ian Harris 1961

400 350

Available for corporate meetings & outings, private cruises & charters and for all types of group tours. Offering onsite event planners and an Executive Chef make your next event one to remember.

843-266-4050 www.kiawahresort.com reservations@kiawahresort.com

Steve Agazzi, Brian Gerard, Mark Schaffer 1982

380 0 380

Centrally located on the resort; meeting and conference facilities on the second floor of the clubhouse; Tomasso restaurant also available for functions

843-266-4670 kiawahresort.com reservations@kiawahresort.com

Brian Gerard, Jeff Stone, Stephen Youngner 1991

325 4,600 325

843-852-4200 www.charlestownelanding.travel ctlandingsp@scprt.com

Rob Powell, Jayson Sellers 1970

300 300 300

Site of first permanent English settlement in the Carolinas; includes three special-event venues: Founders Hall, the historic Legare Waring House and the visitor center classroom

843-795-4386 www.charlestoncountyparks.com customerservice@ccprc.com

Thomas O'Rourke, Matt Rosebrock, David Bennett 1968

300 -

County parks department, with facilities and programs throughout the county

Venue

Phone / Website Email

The William Aiken House 456 King St. Charleston, SC 29403

Turtle Point at Kiawah Island Golf Resort 1 Turtle Point Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455 The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort 1000 Ocean Course Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455 Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site 1500 Old Towne Road Charleston, SC 29407 Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission 861 Riverland Drive Charleston, SC 29412

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Description 1810 National Historic Landmark in downtown Charleston; indoor and outdoor spaces with period artwork, piazzas and private grounds with manicured lawns, bluestone courtyards, reflection pool and Gothic-style carriage house Two outdoor terraces available with 500-person capacity each

Golf course, home of the 2012 & 2021 PGA Championships

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Coosaw Creek Country Club 4110 Club Course Drive North Charleston, SC 29420

843-767-9000 www.coosawcreek.com mbenner@coosawcreek.com

Gordon Williams 1993

300 300 200

Lowcountry-style clubhouse offers flexible indoor and outdoor meeting and banquet space

Cottage on the Creek 130 Mill St. Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

843-606-2083 www.cottageonthecreek.net info@ioncreekclub.com

Emily Griffin, Mike Russo, Peggy Thomas 2008

300 300 300

A waterfront venues with deep water dockage. Weddings, receptions and corporate events. Located right on historic Shem Creek.

843-795-4386 www.ccprc.com customerservice@ccprc.com

Randy Woodard, Kevin Gillum 1990

300 300 300

Equipped with picnic tables, grills, electricity, James Island County Park offers four shelters: Picnic Center Porch, 768 sq. ft./capacity 75; Wando and Stono shelters, 1,600 sq. ft./capacity 200 each; Wappoo Shelter, 2,100 sq. ft./capacity 300

843-795-4386 www.ccprc.com customerservice@ccprc.com

Edmonds Brown 1995

300 300 300

843-606-2083 www.ioncreekclub.com info@ioncreekclub.com

Mike Russo, Peggy Thomas 1999

300 300 300

843-795-4386 www.charlestoncountyparks.com customerservice@ccprc.com

Edmonds Brown 1998

300 400 300

Wannamaker County Park features 3 covered shelters: Cottonwood, 1840 sq. ft., capacity 200; Tupelo, 2575 sq. ft., capacity 300; Magnolia, 1585 sq. ft., capacity 100. Each site equipped with picnic tables, grills, electricity, fans, horseshoe pit Located on Hobcaw Creek in the award winning Ion community. Host to weddings, receptions and corporate events. Spectacular views and sunsets.

3,700-sq-ft facility featuring kitchen, stage, dressing room, sand volleyball court, and horseshoe pit; climate-controlled facility features 25 tables and 200 chairs and A/V equipment; capacity of 400 when using the adjoining meadow

843-795-4386 www.charlestoncountyparks.com customerservice@ccprc.com

Randy Woodard, Kevin Gillum 1989

300 400 300

3,500-sq-ft climate-controlled meeting site with stage, kitchen, catering entrance, PA system and microphone (by request). Picnic areas include grills, tables, horseshoe pit, and sand volleyball court.

843-849-8091 www.foundershallcharleston.com julieann@lowcountryparkvenues.com 843-723-9680 www.harbour-charleston.com shannon.hutchings@clubcorp.com 843-647-4362 www.islandhouseevents.com info@islandhouseevents.com 843-795-7275 www.charlestoncountyparks.com/jicp customerservice@ccprc.com 843-821-4077 www.legendoaksgolf.com jchickarello@legendoaksgolf.com 843-849-2400, ext. 7 www.patriotspointlinks.com 843-571-1410 www.wickliffehouse.com -

Julie Ann Oldham 2009

300 300 300 300 350 300 300 300 300 300 300 500 300 300 300 300 300 300

Historically significant property along the banks of the Ashley River; stateof-the-art features; LEED Gold certified building; furniture included with rental; audiovisual system; catering kitchen; complimentary guest parking

Woodlands Mansion 125 Parsons Road Summerville, SC 29483

843-875-2600 www.woodlandsmansion.com stay@woodlandsmansion.com

Tom Limehouse 2012

300 500 300

Boardroom accommodates up to 12 people with in-room fireplace, flatpanel TV, private bath, terrace; private dining room accommodates up to 14, fireplace and private reception area; pavilion with over 1,400 square feet with open-air porches

The Wreckfish Catering and Event Hall 7690 Northwoods Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29406

843-580-4040 www.TheWreckfish.com events@charlestonhospitalitygroup.com

Ellen Walsh 2012

300 100 500

North Charleston's newest event hall featuring 7600 square feet for up to 500 people, plenty of parking and easy access from I-26

Snee Farm Country Club 1200 Club Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-884-8571 www.sneefarmcc.com llovisone@sneefarmcc.com

Michael Ashton, Brent Bagwell, Laura Lovisone 1970

260 100 -

Private country club with newly remolded clubhouse and ballroom featuring 18-hole George Cobb-designed golf course, 18 tennis courts and three swimming pools

The American Theater 446 King St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-853-1810 www.pphgcharleston.com info@pphgcharleston.com

Jennifer Goldman 2008

250 250

Opened in 1942 as Charleston's premier cinema, this sophisticated 8,000-square-foot event venue showcases regal Art Deco architecture and timeless Hollywood glamour. Grand ballroom, vintage marquee and state-of-the-art cinema with stadium seats.

Charleston Harbor Tours & Events 10 Wharfside St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-722-1112 www.charlestonharbortours.com sales@charlestonharbortours.com

250 350

Two charter and tour yachts, The Carolina Queen and The Carolina Belle, hosting events for two to 350 people

The Citadel Beach Club 4700 Palm Blvd.

Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Cypress Gardens 3030 Cypress Gardens Road Moncks Corner, SC 29461 Drayton Hall 3380 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414

843-953-2665 www.citadel.edu/beachclub reservations@citadel.edu 843-553-0515 www.cypressgardens.info webcyp@berkeleycountysc.gov 843-769-2600 www.draytonhall.org info@draytonhall.org

Covered Shelters at James Island County Park 871 Riverland Drive Charleston, SC 29412 Covered Shelters at Wannamaker County Park 8888 University Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29406 The Creek Club at I'On 44 Saturday Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Cypress Hall at Wannamaker County Park 8888 University Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29406 Edisto Hall at James Island County Park 871 Riverland Drive Charleston, SC 29412 Founders Hall 1500 Old Towne Road Charleston, SC 29407 Harbour Club 35 Prioleau St. Charleston, SC 29401 The Island House 2658 Swygert Blvd.

Johns Island, SC 29455 James Island County Park 871 Riverland Drive Charleston, SC 29412 Legend Oaks Golf Club 118 Legend Oaks Way Summerville, SC 29485 The Pavilion at Patriots Point 1 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 The Wickliffe House 178 Ashley Ave. Charleston, SC 29403

Shannon E. Hutchings 1994 Lynn Gottleib, Paul Speights 2009 Randy Woodard, Kevin Gillum 1990 Jim Chickarello 1994 Lacy Davidson 2005 Jeri Arazie 1850

Drew K Yochum, Beth Scribner, Robert Scribner 1908 Allison A. Bringardner 1942 Dwight Williams, Heather Graham 1931 George W. McDaniel 1738

Max. Capacity / Outdoor / Reception

250 500 300 250 500 250 250 -

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200-year-old building, exposed brick walls, detailed hand-carved crown molding, gas lanterns On a private island on the banks of the Stono River, with a 180-degree view of the river and a constant island breeze; 3,200-square-foot tent included in rental 643-acre county park containing playground, camping facilities, picnic areas, seasonal water park, meeting and event facilities; walking/biking trails, sprinkler play area and dog park A semi-private golf and tennis club in Summerville 4,000-square-foot tent with brick foundation overlooking the 18th green and Charleston Harbor and Fort Sumter A Charleston town home located in Radcliffborough; Tea Room open for lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday

Oceanfront venue for company events, parties, weddings, and receptions; indoor ballroom and outdoor pavilion available.

170-acre swamp garden with swamparium, butterfly house, museum, boat tours and walking trails, three indoor meeting venues, outdoor gazebos A National Trust historic site, circa 1738, the oldest unrestored plantation house and accredited museum in America open to the public Researched by Business Journal Staff

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Largest Event 2014 / Employees / Avg. Meal Catering Services

Company

Phone / Website Email

Person in Charge

Mosaic Catering & Events 1090F Johnnie Dodds Blvd.

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-388-1490 www.mosaiccateringevents.com info@mosaicedibles.com

Michael R. Routzahn 1997 -

Erimic Associates Caterers 2421 Thaxton St. Charleston, SC 29414 Embassy Suites Catering 5055 International Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29418 Hamby Catering & Events 925 St. Andrews Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407 Virginia's on King 412 King St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-556-5077 irobin1403@gmail.com 843-747-1882 embassysuitescharleston.com joanie.cole@jqh.com 843-571-3103 www.hambycatering.com info@hambycatering.com 843-735-5800 www.virginiasonking.com info@virginiasonking.com

Good Food Catering 17 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29413

843-723-7952 goodfoodcatering.net info@goodfoodcatering.net

Jenna DeSavino 2004, Tristan Whisenant 2004, Eve Grey 2004 -

1,500 69 $50

Off-site catering for private homes, offices and Lowcountry venues

Iacofano's Catering & Events 1749 Sam Rittenberg Blvd.

Charleston, SC 29407

855-485-3663 www.iacofanos.com info@iacofanos.com

John Iacofano 2002 -

1,250 51 $10

Locations in Charlotte, NC; Columbia, SC & Charleston, SC Iacofano's Caters In-Flight, Weddings, Rehearsals, Meals On Wheels, Institutional, Corporate, Private Accounts, Schools and Private

A&P Catering 17 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 Easterby's Family Grille 2388 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414

843-224-0529 www.varietystorerestaurant.com mclaltine@gmail.com 843-556-5707 www.easterbysfamilygrille.com easterbysfamilygrille@yahoo.com

Mike Altine 1995, Richard P. Ritter 1995 Jr. Ron Easterby 1992, Don Easterby 1992 -

1,000 20 $25 1,000 14 $2,395

Juanita A. Robinson 1985 Joanie Cole 1999 Candice Wigfield 1979 Emily Owens 2007 -

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5,000 55 $45 2,500 2 $14 2,000 100 $35 2,000 75 $45 2,000 58 $35

We offer both express and full-service catering and event services; as well as diverse menu options from boxed lunches to full seated galas. We offer online ordering as well as full catering support.

Any off-premise catering, from dinner for two to sit-down banquets of more than 600 One-stop shop including event spaces, decor, audiovisual and food services; full-service planning.

Full-service catering, including food and beverage service; rental coordination, floor plan,timeline creation;event logistics Off-site catering available from menu and affiliated Holy City Hospitality restaurants

Weddings, corporate functions, picnics and special events; both on and off premises All menu items; Frogmore stew; barbecue; fish fry

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Company

Phone / Website Email

Food for the Southern Soul 1030 Jenkins Road Charleston, SC 29407

843-762-9200 www.foodforthesouthernsoul.com info@foodforthesouthernsoul.com

Chelsea Gault 2002 -

1,000 15 $15

Fresh local seafood and other dishes; family suppers, casual rehearsal dinners; Southern fare

Duvall Events 2816 Azalea Drive North Charleston, SC 29405

843-763-9222 www.duvallevents.com info@duvallevents.com

Steve Wenger 1978 -

800 150 $50

Event Designers, Florist, Chefs, Mixologist, Service Team and Pastry Chefs bring the very best event to your guests.

Floral, lighting, drapery, lounge and cakes designed for your event. Resident cat

Beyond Expectations 2487-2 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414 Crazy Dutchman Catering 1823 Reynolds Ave. North Charleston, SC 29405 Dish & Design Catering 629 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite 5 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-573-0012 www.beyondxpectations.com 843-478-2199 www.crazydutchmancatering.com hans@crazydutchmancatering.com 843-971-6701 www.dishanddesign.com charleston@dishanddesign.com

Wild Dunes Resort 1 Sundial Circle Isle of Palms, SC 29451

888-845-8880 Jeff Payne 1972 www.wilddunesmeetings.com wilddunesmeetings@destinationhotels.com -

650 400 $45

Cafe Catering 454 Shipping Lane Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-849-7515 www.cafecateringandevents.com jayme@charlestonscafe.com

Jayme Clinebell 2006 -

500 7 $30

Coast Bar and Grill 39-D John Street Charleston, SC 29403

843-722-8838 coastbarandgrill.com info@coastbarandgrill.com

Michael Krajewski 2001 -

500 35 $45

The Islander 160 Fairchild St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-388-6366 www.theislanderdi.com info@theislanderdi.com

Barbara Nistor 2014 -

500 35 $40

Person in Charge

Ron Murray 1996 Hans Van Heek 1989 Anja Stief 1999, Jaz Moore 1999 -

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750 20 750 30 $20 700 15 $45

Full catering service event planning, bar service, ice sculptures, special events and wedding planning Corporate, wedding, full-service catering Corporate events, special events, weddings Wild Dunes Resort is an all-inclusive experience no other caterer can offer. We’ll provide just the services you need, from world class food and beverage to total event production.

Full-service options: event design/decor assistance, wedding planning/coordinating packages, bar packages, customizable menu Good Food Catering launched in the Fall of 2004 and was quickly recognized as one of the top local caterers. We offer fine catered cuisine, with restaurant quality style and service.

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Full-Service Caterers Ranked by Largest Event Catered in 2014

Largest Event 2014 / Employees / Avg. Meal Catering Services

Company

Phone / Website Email

Person in Charge

The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation 5000 Wescott Club Drive Summerville, SC 29485

843-871-2135 wescottgolf.com wescottgolfshop@gmail.com

Susan Nave 2000, Lindsey Monroe 2000, Perry Green 2000 -

450 45 $45

Full-service catering including setup, food, bar and cleanup

Salthouse Catering 1750 Signal Point Road, Suite 2B Charleston, SC 29412

843-577-7847 www.salthousecatering.com info@salthousecatering.com 843-534-2155 www.tristanevents.com rachael@tristanevents.com or nicole@tristanevents.com 843-323-2696 www.bricklanecatering.com info@bricklanecatering.com 843-769-0300 www.forkfinegourmet.com forkfinegourmet@knology.net 843-209-6288 bgourmetcatering.com brooke@bgourmetcatering.com 843-557-1257 www.gourmetbay.net sales@gourmetbay.net 843-830-7397 www.iokcatering.com Tracybentz@bellsouth.net 843-795-6794 www.melvinsbbq.com info@melvinsbbq.com

Tanya Gurrieri 2012 -

450 6 $40

Full-service catering with customized menus; local, regional, global cuisines

Brian Deason 2014 -

450 10 $35

Tristan Events provides unforgettable events with unique and refined cuisine. From the finest, upscale cuisine, to comfortable and casual fare.

400 3 $35 354 20 $38 300 15 $35 300 3 $50 300 6 $1,520 300 30 $25

Brick Lane Catering specializes in creating custom menus that are specific to your personal tastes and budget. From Southern to International and everything in between.

We provide full-service catering including menus customized to your specific event and tastes; professional and friendly staffing; and event coordination.

Tristan Events 7671 Northwoods Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29406 Brick Lane Catering 38 Romney St. Charleston, SC 29403 Fork Fine Gourmet Catering & Events 2408 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414 B. Gourmet Catering 2578-L Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414 Gourmet Bay Catering 3157-C Maybank Highway Johns Island, SC 29455 Island Outdoor Kitchen & Catering 2048 Bentz Road Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487 Melvin's Barbecue 719 Folly Road Charleston , SC 29412

Christy Roper 2011 Wendall Edwards 2003, Margaret Edwards 2003 Brooke Bishop 2012, Greg Stine 2012 Erin Marqua 2004, Patrick Hickey 2004 Tracy Bentz 2002 David Bessinger 1939, Faith Sanders 1939 -

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Full-service, off-premise catering to the greater Charleston area Full-service catering for full-scale weddings, corporate functions, charity galas; weddings, corporate, special events BBQ, fish fries, oyster roast, wedding rehearsal and weddings.

Full service catering, oyster roasts, pig roasts and bulk pickup orders available.

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Largest Event 2014 / Employees / Avg. Meal Catering Services

Company

Phone / Website Email

Person in Charge

Relish Distinctive Catering 1700 RiverTowne Country Club Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

843-849-2400, ext. 7 www.relishdistinctivecatering.com -

Lacy Davidson 1998 -

300 80 $40

All tables, linens, chairs, glassware, flatware, china; full setup and breakdown; no charge for day-of coordinator

Caviar & Bananas Gourmet Market & Cafe 51 George St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-577-9997 caviarandbananas.com info@caviarandbananas.com

Heather Orman 2008 -

250 48 $30

We provide gourmet-to-go style catering for all occasions.

We will happily drop-off catering at the site of the event or you can pick up from us. Servers and on-site staff not provided.

Michael's on the Alley Hutson Alley - 39E John Street Charleston, SC 29403

843-203-3000 michaelsonthealley.com info@michaelsonthealley.com

Kinsey Rogers 2014 -

250 35 $65

Good Food Catering owned by our hospitality group offers full-service, off-site catering featuring signature dishes along with cuisine from our other restaurants

Snee Farm Country Club 1200 Club Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-884-8571 www.sneefarmcc.com llovisone@sneefarmcc.com

Michael Ashton 1970, Brent Bagwell 1970, Laura Lovisone 1970 -

250 20 $30

Full service caterer, bar and food services, included in fees are glassware, flatware, china, tables, chairs and white linens

In Season Catering 1969 Central Park Road Charleston, SC 29412

843-377-6178 www.inseasoncatering.org inseasoncatering@yahoo.com

Krista Kanapaux 2007 -

225 2 $25

We can help you with any event from baby showers to weddings to corporate events. We are glad to customize a menu for you and work with any budget you have! Please contact us to help you!

Upstairs at 39 Rue de Jean 39 John St. Charleston, SC 29403

843-725-5959 www.39ruedejean.com upstairs@39ruedejean.com

Tristan Whisenant 2001 -

200 84 $50

Off-site catering available from menu and affiliated Holy City Hospitality restaurants

Laura Alberts Tasteful Options 891 Island Park Drive Daniel Island, SC 29492

843-881-4711 www.lauraalberts.com lauraalbertsinfo@gmail.com

Karen M. Elsey 2002 -

100 14 $40

Intimate dinners for 20 to 80 people in private dining room

A Southern Bartender P.O. Box 20126 Charleston, SC 29413

843-345-6300 www.asouthernbartender.com asouthernbartender@gmail.com

Keith A. Purdy 1978 -

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Beverage service from TIPS-trained bartenders

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Exhibition and Convention Centers Ranked by Maximum Capacity Company

Phone / Website Email

Top Local Official / Year Founded

Capacity/ Event Space/ Meeting Rooms

Exchange Park 9850 U.S. Highway 78 Ladson, SC 29456

843-572-3161 www.exchangepark.org denise@exchangepark.org

Michael Carney, Denise Massey 1979

50,000 2,000,000 sq. ft.

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North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center 5001 Coliseum Drive North Charleston, SC 29418 The College Center at Trident Technical College 7000 Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC 29406

843-529-5035 www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com mfleming@northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com

Les Crooks, Mariah Fleming, Wes Dickerson 1993

14,000 150,000 sq. ft.

4

Coliseum - 13,000 ppl NCPAC - 2,341 Charleston Area Convention Center - 3 exhibit halls 79,960 sq ft

843-820-5094 www.tridenttech.edu/conferenceservices.htm trish.bryce-jacobs@tridenttech.edu

Trish Bryce-Jacobs 2005

1,200 20,000 sq. ft.

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Flexible meeting space with audio visual and lighting equipment

Memminger Auditorium 56 Beaufain St. Charleston, SC 29401

843-724-1196 www.memmingerauditorium.com info@memmingerauditorium.com

Spoleto Festival 2008

1,000 10,000 sq. ft.

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Multiuse space available year-round with 2,500 square feet of storage space, catering setup and backstage needs; banquet room-style partition wall available and six dressing rooms

Omar Shrine Convention Center 176 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-606-2110 omarshriners.org/ballroom eventsatharborbreeze@gmail.com

Richard Coleman 1986

1,000 17,000 sq. ft.

5

Space available for trade shows, conferences, auctions, training, charity events and ceremonies; on-site catering and bar service available. Full service restaurant and multiple event spaces that can service groups of 20-1000.

Charleston Plaza Hotel 4770 Goer Drive North Charleston, SC 29406

843-747-1900 www.thecharlestonplaza.com slynam@jhmhotels.com

Victoria Facemire 1983

800 10,549 sq. ft.

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Over 10,00 square feet of flexible meeting space, 14 meeting rooms, including 3 Board Rooms, 6,100-square foot Carolina Ballroom and personalized meetings specialists available

Johnson Hagood Stadium - Club Level 68 Hagood Ave. Charleston, SC 29403

843-953-6703 www.tinyurl.com/stadiumclublevel ddillahey@citadel.edu

Tom McAlister 2006

450 6,200 sq. ft.

3

Two outdoor terraces available with 500-person capacity each

Catholic Community Life Center 1149 Russell Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-884-5587 www.christourking.org -

James A. Carter 2002

400 4,510 sq. ft.

3

Multiuse facility with grand reception hall, gymnasium with stage, kitchen

The Creek Club at I'On 44 Saturday Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-606-2083 www.ioncreekclub.com info@ioncreekclub.com

Mike Russo, Peggy Thomas 1999

300 4,500 sq. ft.

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Located on Hobcaw Creek in the award winning Ion community. Host to weddings, receptions and corporate events.

Spectacular views and sunsets.

Founders Hall 1500 Old Towne Road Charleston, SC 29407

843-849-8091 www.foundershallcharleston.com julieann@lowcountryparkvenues.com

Julie Ann Oldham 2009

300 6,000 sq. ft.

2

Historically significant property along the banks of the Ashley River; furniture; audiovisual system; catering kitchen; free parking

The Wreckfish Catering and Event Hall 843-580-4040 www.TheWreckfish.com 7690 Northwoods Blvd. events@charlestonhospitalitygroup.com North Charleston, SC 29406

Ellen Walsh 2012

300 7,600 sq. ft.

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North Charleston's newest event hall featuring 7600 square feet for up to 500 people, plenty of parking and easy access from I-26

The Inn at Middleton Place 4290 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414

Abigail Martin 1987

250 3,000 sq. ft.

3

Located by the Ashley River, adjacent to Middleton Place; meeting facility has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the woodlands

843-556-0500 www.theinnatmiddletonplace.com -

Description Venue buildings, open land with pond, 70 acres of outside meeting space and 100 acres of parking space

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