Summer Conference
2018 SUMMER CONFERENCE
July 21 - 23
Bluffton and Hilton Head, SC
DON'T MISS SUNDAY NIGHT'S "WINE & WIDGETS" AUCTION AT SEA PINES COUNTRY CLUB!
BUY "WALL OF WINE" RAFFLE TICKETS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN OVER $2,400 WORTH OF WINE!
SPECIAL GUEST: DENNY CORBY! Magician and Mind Reader - He will know exactly how much you're going to bid on that bottle of wine!
The Low Country State of Mind
The South Carolina Low Country (or Lowcountry) is a term used to describe the Palmetto State's central and southern coastal counties including Georgetown, Charleston, Colleton, Beaufort, and Jasper. The coastline contains many salt marshes and estuaries, as well as a few natural ports.
The area contains more than its share of culture and history. Of special interest is the Gullah influence on St. Helena Island, and the other European settlements near Beaufort and the Sea Islands. The Gullah speak an English-based creole language containing numerous African words and large influences from African spoken languages in sentence structure. The history of the colonial period of South Carolina has its beginnings in French, Spanish, and English attempts to colonize North America.
The 2018 Carolinas Chapter Summer Conference has been carefully planned to not only engage attendees in 12 hours of education (included a 6-hour CMI Workshop), but to also immerse everyone in the Low Country State of Mind. By visiting six different clubs in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island over the three-day event, we hope that you will feel the welcoming hospitality of the area and the host clubs.
NETWORKING EVENTS: The Low Country through the ages then (Colleton) and now (Sea Pines)
Saturday, July 21 7:00 to 10:00 PM
Colleton River Plantation Club
Nicklaus Clubhouse
60 Colleton River Drive
Bluffton, SC 29910
Before there was the Low Country, there was the marsh.
Tonight, we celebrate and sample the lush resources the marsh provides, taking into account the influences on regional cooking, the spice routes of old, and the ingredients of the Sea Islands.
Embrace these deep roots of the Low Country. Taste the traditions and experience the history as you connect with your Carolinas Chapter family.
I rose from marsh mud, algae, equisetum, willows, sweet green, noisy birds and frogs. Lorine Niedecker
General info:
Stationed Dinner showcasing the unique flavors of traditional Low Country cuisine
Transportation and Childcare available
Sunday, July 22 7:00 to 11:00 PM
Sea Pines Country Club
30 Governors Road
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Savor the flavors of the Low Country as Sea Pines Country Club presents a modern twist on local fare! A fun night featuring Chef Brians modern gourmet adaptation to traditional Low Country favorites, local beer from River Dog Brewery, live music, and of course, the Wine and Widgets Auction!
Remember to sip, savor, bid high and bid often!
General info:
Stationed Dinner, River Dog Brewery, Wine & Widgets Auction and more
Transportation and Childcare available
CONFERENCE AGENDA:
Saturday, July 21 Hampton Hall
7:30 8:15 am Registration and Breakfast Buffet
8:15 9:15 am Chapter Business Meeting and John Deere (Sponsor) Presentation
(Credit: 1 Association Activity)
9:15 10:15 am Jeff Morgan, FASAE, CAE, Chief Executive Officer, CMAA National Update
10:15 10:30 am Break
10:30 11:30 am Education: Todd Perdue [see description below]
11:30 am 12:15 pm Lunch
12:15 1:15 pm Education: Todd Perdue [see description below]
1:15 2:15 pm Education Carolinas Chapter LEaP Talks
(Competency: Marketing / 1.0 Chapter Education credit)
7:00 10:00 pm Networking Event: Colleton River
(Attire: Country Club Casual)
Sunday, July 22 Belfair
7:30 8:15 am Registration and Breakfast Buffet
8:15 9:45 am Education: Stephen Barth [see description below]
9:45 10:00 am Break
10:00 11:30 am Education: Stephen Barth [see description below]
11:30 am 12:15 pm Lunch
12:15 2:15 pm Education: Rick Snellinger, Chambers [see description below]
7:00 11:00 pm Networking and Wine & Widgets Auction: Sea Pines Country Club
(Attire: Country Club Casual)
Monday, July 23 Moss Creek
7:30 8:15 am Registration and Breakfast Buffet
8:15 9:45 am Education: Stephen Barth [see description below]
9:45 10:00 am Break
10:00 11:30 am Education: Stephen Barth [see description below]
11:30 am 12:30 pm Lunch
12:30 2:00 pm Education: Robbie Ames and Grady Woods / Sea Pines CC Renovation
[see description below]
2:00 pm Hit the Beach, Sightseeing, Shopping, or the Road! Safe Travels!
3:00 pm YoPro Event: Boat Tour at Wexford Plantation
[Separate Registration Required; Limited Spots Available; to register, please
email Cathy Miller at [email protected]]
EDUCATION/SPEAKERS
Jeff Morgan, CMAA's Chief Operating Officer, will join us Saturday morning to discuss National initiatives and updates on National issues. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions and learn more about what their association has to offer.
Several of our speakers during the Summer Conference will be talking about Facilities Planning, Renovation Planning, and Construction Planning.
Stephen Barth, The Hospitality Lawyer -
Stephen is an attorney and the author of Hospitality Law, Intelligent Emotions: On Self Responsibility, Owning Our Emotional Power and Changing Our Reactions, and coauthor of Restaurant Law Basics. Prior to joining the faculty at the University of Houston Conrad N. Hilton College, he was an adjunct professor at Texas Tech University. With over twenty years of experience in hospitality operations, including line positions, management and ownership, Professor Barth is a regular speaker on many issues for national, regional and local industry associations and businesses.
Stephen will be presenting a 6-hour CMI Workshop over two days. His topics will include:
Enhancing Your Presentation Effectiveness
Conflict Resolution
Meeting Contracts
Travel Safety & Security
[Competencies: Interpersonal Skills and Communication; Leadership]
Todd Perdue, Senior Risk Advisor, SIA Group - a leading provider of risk management & insurance
solutions. He will be discussing:
Contract Negotiations & Risk Management for facilities planning/renovation/construction projects
[Competency: External & Governmental Influences / Total of 2.0 Chapter Education credits]
Rick Snellinger, President & CEO, Chambers -
Long term facilities planning, recognizing key strategic drivers, top design trends, progressive
funding programs, and building consensus for change within the membership.
[Competencies: Facility Management; Accounting and Financial Management /
Total of 2.0 Chapter Education credits]
Robbie Ames and Grady Woods, Sea Pines Country Club Renovation
Robbie Ames serves as General Manager/COO of Sea Pines CC, and Grady Woods, Architect,
led the recent renovation at the club. They will discuss the process and answer questions from
those undergoing or planning a similar club project.
[Competency: Facility Management / Total of 1.5 Chapter Education credits]
ACCOMMODATIONS:
The Host Hotel is the Holiday Inn Express in Bluffton. The discounted room rate is $150 plus tax (includes breakfast). To book online on the Carolinas Chapter webpage, click here: Holiday Inn Express. By phone, ask for File Code CMAA. Cutoff date for the room block is June 24, 2018.
Holiday Inn Express
35 Bluffton Road
Bluffton, SC 29910
843-757-2002
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We also have availability at the cottages at the following clubs:
Belfair
200 Belfair Oaks Blvd.
Bluffton, SC 29910
Contact for Reservation: Caroline Welliver / 843-757-0701 / [email protected]
Berkeley Hall Club
366 Good Hope Road
Bluffton, SC 29909
Contact for Reservation: Leigh Ann or Cheri (Concierge) / 843-815-8494 / [email protected]
Colleton River Plantation Club
60 Colleton River Drive
Bluffton, SC 29910
Contact for Reservation: Elizabeth Turner / 843-836-4494 / [email protected]
Prices for All Club Cottages:
4 Bedroom $760 per Cottage / Night (includes housekeeping and taxes)
5 Bedroom $850 per Cottage / Night (includes housekeeping and taxes)
6 Bedroom $900 per Cottage / Night (includes housekeeping and taxes)
*Rooms may be blocked from July 20 to July 23.
**Berkeley Hall requires a 2 night minimum stay and cottage must be reserved as a whole, not by room.
ATTIRE:
Attire for the weekend is Country Club Casual (no jeans).
HOST CLUBS:
Click here for a list of the Host Clubs and a map of the area.
TRANSPORTATION
Trolley transportation will be available:
Saturday evening from the Holiday Inn Express to Colleton River Plantation Club.
Sunday evening from the Holiday Inn Express and the Colleton River cottages to Sea Pines CC.
BABYSITTING
Babysitting services will be available for the Saturday and Sunday evening events. Please email Cathy for information: [email protected]
Please see new Registration/Cancellation Policy on Registration Form!
CLICK HERE FOR "WINE & WIDGETS" AUCTION INFORMATION!
The Summer Conference is Sponsored by:
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