FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:
Nicole D. Smith
Media Relations Director
803.545.0011
nsmith@columbiaauthority.com
SC Summit on Women To Be Held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Columbia, SC – (March 31, 2008) The SC Summit on Women, sponsored by The South Carolina Commission on Women and The Alliance for Women at Columbia College, will be held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (CMCC) Wednesday, April 16. Admission costs for this event is $25 for students, $35 for nonprofits, and $45 for individuals. More than 500 people are expected to attend this event.
The theme for this event is “A Day of Hope and Inspiration for Progress Made and Opportunities Ahead”. Guest speakers include Carolyn Sawyer, Debbie Walsh, executive director for the RutgersCenter for Women in American Politics at Rutgers University, and SC Attorney General, Henry McMaster. For further information on this event, please contact Michelle Hardy at michellehardy@bellsouth.net or (803) 944-0637. More information can also be found at www.allianceforwomen.net.
The mission of the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center is to provide a first-class venue offering superior operations management and state-of-the-science amenities for the successful coordination of meetings, conventions, tradeshows, entertainment and other special events utilizing the facility; enhancing the economic viability and image of the Columbia Riverbanks Region. To learn more about the Convention Center, visit www.columbiaconventioncenter.com or call (803) 545-0001.
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Monday, March 31, 2008
Summit on Women to be held at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center April 16, 2008
Friday, March 28, 2008
Job Openings at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
POSITION – Part-time Engineer Assistants
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
The Part-Time Engineer Assistants will assist the engineering staff with maintenance and repair of equipment, systems, grounds and building. Minimum requirements are Journeyman License or equal experience. The position will require some evening and weekend work. Salary will commensurate with experience.
Send resumes to Human Resources, PO Box 15, Columbia, SC, 29202, fax to 803 545-0028, or e-mail to careers@columbiaauthority.com. Contact telephone number for additional information is 545-0048. EOE
For more information or an employment application, please click here to visit our website.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Job Opening with the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
POSITION – Assistant Engineer
Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
The Assistant Engineer will provide assistance to the Facilities Engineer in maintaining HVAC, electrical, lighting, data, telephone, and plumbing systems. Responsibilities will include supplying clients using the facility with utility services and electrical equipment, assisting and maintaining owners operating manuals, maintenance records, repair of building and grounds, and performing a maintenance program on all equipment. Candidate must have electrical and HVAC experience. Must have remodeling experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience and also be able to work flex time which will include evenings and weekends. Salary will commensurate with experience.
Send resumes to Human Resources, PO Box 15, Columbia, SC, 29202, fax to 803 545-0028, or e-mail to careers@columbiaauthority.com. Position will be posted until filled. EOE
For more details, please visit our website.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 1, 2008 - CALL FOR BIDS
MARKETING & ADVERTISING - CALL FOR BIDS:
The Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism seeks a creative team for advertising development and program support, excluding media placement for fiscal year July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2009. Project includes regional and national ad campaign development and design for a combined $1 million advertising budget for the Columbia Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and the Columbia Regional Sports Council. Letters of interest and samples of work are due April 1, 2008. Project presentation opportunities with selected candidates will follow. EOE.
Please send to:
Kelly Barbrey
VP of Sales & Marketing
Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism
1101 Lincoln Street
Columbia, SC, 29201
Monday, March 10, 2008
Exclusive Kenny Chesney Package Deals! Get your tickets and hotel rooms before they run out!
KENNY CHESNEY @ WILLIAMS-BRICE STADIUM
Kenny Chesney's Poets and Pirates Tour 2008
Williams-Brice Stadium
Saturday, April 26, 2008
4:00 PM
Ticket prices: $49.50, $69.50, $89.50 & Zone Premium Seats $165.00
PIRATE and POET Ticket/Hotel Packages also available!
PURCHASE TICKETS & HOTEL PACKAGES ONLINE NOW!
Event lures budget brides-to-be at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Bridal showcase gives couples ideas on how to save money for big day:
http://www.thestate.com/local/story/341507.html
Marketing Campaigns - Call for Bids
CALL FOR BIDS:
The Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism seeks a creative team for advertising development and program support, excluding media placement for fiscal year July 1, 2008-June 30, 2009. Project includes regional and national ad campaign development and design for a combined $1 million advertising budget for the Columbia Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and the Columbia Regional Sports Council. Letters of interest and samples of work are due March 20, 2008. Project presentation opportunities with selected candidates will follow. EOE.
Please send to:
Kelly Barbrey
VP of Sales & Marketing
Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism
1101 Lincoln Street
Columbia, SC, 29201
