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Grand Strander 1
Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
GRAND STRANDERIssue 729 March 2014
Chamber Academy • 4Social Media Marketing, Conducting
Bronze, Silver or Gold • 11
Visit MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com• Speak Up: Take our membership
survey and enter to win $100.
Visit ChamberAcademy.com• They say you’re never too old
to learn something new, and we couldn’t agree more!
Follow MBACC on
What’s Inside?
CVB Insider March Madness returns
to the Myrtle Beach area.
Whether it is a simple question about relocating or asking about where to start up a brand new business, ThinkMyrtleBeach.com is chatting away!
Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce introduced ThinkMyrtleBeach.com in
wanted to continue to provide those interested in relocating, investing or retiring in the area with the resources they need to learn about the community. To do this
LIVE CHAT PROVIDES PROACTIVE SUPPORTby Shannon Mitchell
0% 10% 20% 70% 80%
22%
21%
I get my questions answered immediately
communication methodOnce I used live chat I
realized how well it works Better information
than if I emailedI don’t like talking
on the phoneBecause I’m in control
of the conversationBecause I can chat while I’m at work
Better informationthan if I called
Because I can multitask
Why is Live Chat Preferred?
ThinkMyrtleBeach.com strives for ultimate customer satisfaction
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Chairman of the BoardTed FortenberryWMBF News
Immediate Past ChairmanTommy BouchetteBNC Bank
Charlie Bradshaw Alabama Theatre
Burroughs & Chapin Co. Jim Creel, Jr. Creel Corporation
Brooke Doswell The Market Common
Marilyn Fore Horry Georgetown Technical College Radha HerringWatermark Real Estate Group Terrance HerriottConway National Bank
Mike Hill
Suzanne HindeSheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel
Consulting Group, LLC
Ross Martin Coral Beach Resort Steve Mays National Golf Management O’Neil McCoy Broadway at the Beach Bill McGonigal Best Western Ocean Sands Resort Ken McKelveyDefender Resorts Inc. George Mims Newmark Grubb Wilson Kibler
Wayne Morris The Printing Port
Monty Morrow Brittain Resort Management Ebbie PhillipsTyson Sign Co. Todd Setzer A&I Fire & Water Restoration
Myrtle Beach Seaside Resorts Phil Vassar Surfside Beach Ocean Resort
Verlon WulfCarolina Cool
Board of Directors
What’s Online? MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com
Member AnniversariesWhat’s the secret to long-term success in the business community? Establishing personal relationships with other professionals through membership in the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. During March, 128 members will be celebrating their chamber anniversaries. Read the March Grand Strander Online and discover which business has been a
Ribbon-CuttingsMember of the Month
Marketing Provisions, Inc. 700 Hwy. 17 S., Ste. J
MarketingProvisions.com
#1 Business Goal Marketing Provisions wants to get your company noticed!
30-Second Commercial Marketing Provisions has diverse skills that will get your company noticed. Through logo design, easily managed responsive CMS websites, dedicated website hosting,
all encompassing way to market and promote your business.
Beach area can compete with. Whether you are beginning a new business venture or seeking a fresh perspective on
ADA Approved
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ADA Approved provides businesses, attorneys and insurance companies with comprehensive assessments and compliance reviews relevant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design.
Waggin Tails
waggintailsnmb.com
Waggin Tails is a “pet pourri” of every imaginable pet
service dog wash and grooming services. See more ribbon-cuttings in the March Grand Strander Online.
Grand Strander
BEHIND THE SCENES
WHCI - Warren & Harmon Commercial Interiors
of commercial interior design. Not your average day job! WHCI specializes in interior design and redesign, custom window treatments, custom bedding, custom upholstery, wall coverings, and cabinetry and millwork. There will be plenty of networking and refreshments will be provided.Free,Register at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com Registration Deadline:
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Sticky Fingers Smokehouse
barbecue meatballs, vegetable platter, two complimentary beverages, plenty of networking and door prizes. Free,Register at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com Registration Deadline: March 12
MBACC Boardroom1200 N. Oak St., Myrtle BeachB-to-B Connects is a networking event designed for those whose business success depends on word-of-mouth referrals and marketing. Sponsored by Chick-f il-A-Myrtle Beach Drive Thru, participants will be given two minutes to present their business to members. This networking event is limited to a small number of attendees for a more
cards and brochures to promote your product! Free,Register at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com Registration Deadline: March 18
CHAMBER ACCESS - MEMBER ORIENTATION
MBACC Boardroom 1200 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach
joining Myrtle Beach Area Chamber. Now it’s time to learn
In only one hour, you get a complete overview of the
contact for chamber services. Free, required for new members; all members are invited. Register at ChamberAcademy.com
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Coastal Carolina National Bank
business banking deposits and loan products and services. Attendees will enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, refreshing spirits, music, door prizes and plenty of networking. Free,Register at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com Registration Deadline:
Chamber EventsDiscover more networking events at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com
All employees of Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce member businesses are invited and encouraged to participate in all chamber events.
Talk to new people when you see them.
This may seem beyond obvious, but as a general role, we like to stick to our comfort zones. That means that even at networking events our natural inclination is to only spend time with the people we already know. When you’re out and about – at a meeting, at a conference, at a networking event, or even at lunch –consider saying, “Hello,” to the people around you. Not all may lead to good connections, but you could
NETWORKING TIPhng event designed for
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Nexsen Pruet Employment Law Quarterly
A Smart Idea? March 6 Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m.
Cost: Free, includes complimentary breakfast Register at ChamberAcademy.com HRCI credit applied for and pendingLocation: MBACC Boardroom, 1200 N. Oak St.
Today, many employees use personal smartphones and tablets to send, receive and store both personal and work-
referred to as Bring Your Own Device or BYOD, raises many legal issues for employers, including how to comply with anti-discrimination, privacy, labor, trade secret, wage and hour, and safety laws. At this complimentary Quarterly Breakfast
harassment.• Monitoring employee emails and social media posts –
how far can an employer go?
• Wage and hour issues – when does the workday begin and end?
• Safety, distracted driving and personal injury issues
McNair Law Firm, P.A. Grand Strand Business Series: Fiduciary DutiesMarch 10 11:45 a.m. Check In12-1 p.m. Program/LunchCost: Free, includes complimentary lunch Register at ChamberAcademy.comLocation: MBACC Boardroom, 1200 N. Oak St.
Attorney Alicia Thompson, McNair Law Firm, and Carla Schuessler, Kingston Plantation director of operations and association manager with Ally Management Inc., will
importance of a company’s governing documents in tailoring those duties and ensuring compliance.
Entrepreneurial ReadinessMarch 11 • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.Cost: $20, includes lunch Register at ChamberAcademy.comLocation: MBACC Boardroom, 1200 N. Oak St.
In this workshop, the South Carolina Women’s Business Center will help you evaluate your skills as an entrepreneur by discussing common traits of successful entrepreneurs and learning what lenders are looking for. This is an opportunity for potential business owners and current business owners to learn about building a strong foundation for their business.
business and a plan of action.
Cost: Free Register at ChamberAcademy.comLocation: MBACC Boardroom, 1200 N. Oak St.
Do you know how to handle an employee who just isn’t performing the way you wish they would? Discipline is never easy. You’ve tried everything and nothing seems to be working. In this interactive seminar that is part theory and part practice, participants will engage in role play situations,
discipline, when and how to discipline employees, and understand the importance of documenting discipline and how to do it. Presented by Rebecca Barnes-Hogg with YOLO Insights.
Go Green, $ave Green
Cost: Free, includes complimentary lunchRegister at ChamberAcademy.comLocation: MBACC Boardroom, 1200 N. Oak St.
Learn how your business can go green, decrease your carbon
about the Energy Star program.
sustainability planning; and energy benchmarking• Understand how sustainability and energy can impact your businesses.
Presented by Rick Overholt, general manager of Total
academy
Grand Strander
HGTC WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
March 20 • 10-11 a.m.Cost:
Helping both the individual conducting, as well as,
get the right things accomplished quickly.
Making DecisionsMarch 20 • 1-3 p.m. OR March 27 • 1-3 p.m.Cost:
Approaching decision making and solving problems
reliability.
Action Planning & ImplementationMarch 27 • 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Cost:
Developing detailed action plans to be used by teams for implementing prescribed change.
Classes are taught by Don Parrish, president, Organizational Excellence.
To register, contact Pat Kleber at HGTC at (843) 477-2191 and let her know that you are a member of MBACC.
Plus, don’t miss these other discounted classes:
Adobe Photoshop • Facebook
Social Media Marketing
Cost: Free Register at ChamberAcademy.comLocation: MBACC Boardroom, 1200 N. Oak St.
social media is a great way of boosting your business both economically and brand-wise. With the popularity of social media today, real-time conversations are happening every day
to participate or not.
Specialist, to learn more about which social media sites your business should be using, best practices, what type of content you should be posting and so much more!
Mentoring Roundtable for Entrepreneurs
Cost: Free Register at ChamberAcademy.comLocation: MBACC Boardroom, 1200 N. Oak St.
successful business owners and obtain resources through a series of roundtable mentoring sessions. Topics will include
event is presented by the S.C. Small Business Administration and AARP in cooperation with Myrtle Beach Area Chamber
Behavioral Styles and SellingApril 15 • 12-1:30 p.m.Cost: Free, includes complimentary lunch Register at ChamberAcademy.comLocation: MBACC Boardroom, 1200 N. Oak St.
Recognizing and adapting to a client’s behavioral style is a critical skill in sales and business relationships. This training is based on the four factor DiSC Behavioral Style Model. During the training, you will learn to:
• understand the four behavioral styles• determine your personal style• quickly recognize the style of your customer• adapt your communication to your customer’s style
With practice, you will be able to:• know the right thing to do in selling situations• identify what others want • get others to see your point of view • convince others
mentor
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Looking for an inexpensive and high-value employee
With the cost of health care continuing to dramatically rise, MBACC has partnered with iSelectMD, a new and
convenient manner.
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licensed physician.
iSelectMD was founded in response to three critical issues in health care today – costs, access and convenience. iSelectMD is a cutting-edge service where, for a low fee, a consultation with a licensed physician is only a phone call away. iSelectMD doctors will take the time to listen and consult with our members to recommend a treatment plan and, when appropriate, a prescription for medication. It doesn’t get much simpler than that.
To learn more and enroll in iSelectMD, visit
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Revolutionizing & ReimaginingHEALTH CARE
Members of Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce can post free help-wanted listings on the chamber’s Job Connection Web page for full-time, part-time and seasonal employment opportunities. Also, if your business needs summer help, several upcoming job fairs are looking
connections.html.
MakingJOB CONNECTIONS
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Message to Our Members
Brad Dean, President & CEO Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of CommerceBrad Dean President & CEO
One size does not fit allIf you’re reading this article, you’re more than likely a member of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. And the reason you joined could range from networking to marketing to advocacy. While you may view your membership as relevant to your business success, our goal is to make your chamber membership essential to your business success.
How important is membership in the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce? We’re asking you that question in our annual membership survey (go to MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com to
chamber helps Promote, Protect and Improve your business.
Promote – Your chamber membership helps build a strong community by connecting members to people, business and issues important to business success. Through chamber programming, you and your business are engaged in activities that move us toward a successful future.
Protect – Your chamber membership provides unique opportunities for business leaders to
our community.
Improve – On behalf of its broad and diverse membership, Myrtle Beach Area Chamber creates
your business and our community to prosper.
to help you grow and increase productivity. Our team partners with you and your employees
in this region. While you are busy doing what is best for your customers, co-workers and community, we are by your side, helping your business work harder for you. The chamber is more than a cheerleader for your business though – we are shaping the environment that drives bottom-line business success. We help you navigate policies that challenge your industry, and we bring your voice to the table when new opportunities arise. We’ve got your back.
is an essential key to developing a business environment built for your success.
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Join MBACC this fall as wehost a nine-day, all-inclusive trip to China.
Discover China.
Showing genuine respect and care for employees can be a
you have one employee or 10,000 like Joel Manby.
appointed CEO at Herschend Family Entertainment, he has incorporated love, the verb, across the company. This unique approach to leadership has helped him deliver tangible results and
becoming CEO.
Make your reservations today to attend Myrtle Beach Area Chamber’s annual membership meeing and hear
HFE a great place to work. No matter what industry your business is in,
thoughtful presentation.
The annual membership meeting is set for April 22 at the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel. Check
Works” author taking the stage at
breakout sessions and the highly anticipated business awards luncheon. The cost to attend the meeting, which includes the opening session, lunch
and all morning business sessions, is
nonmember. Register for the annual meeting and read the agenda at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com.
Annual Meeting Business AwardsEach year, your chamber recognizes businesses and individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the community. We celebrate these successes and community spirit at our annual membership meeting where we will present the yearly business awards.
Share your success stories with other chamber members and the community by nominating your company today. And take a few minutes to recognize a co-worker or fellow business member for their outstanding contributions. Nominations are
March 7. Nomination forms are available at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com. Submit your nominations for Citizen of the Year, Ashby Ward Pioneer Award, Hospitality Employee of the Year, Volunteer of the
Year, Community Service, Business Innovation, and Small Business of the Year.
The annual meeting is sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Fahlgren Mortine, Corinthian Media, Carolina Cool, Jordan Distributors, Miller Direct, Santee Cooper and Springmaid Beach Resort.
Annual meeting set for April 22SEND IN BUSINESS AWARD NOMINATIONS BY MARCH 7
Grand Strander
HTC Center Coastal Carolina University
The Myrtle Beach area is thrilled to, once again,
basketball championships to the Grand Strand. The university, residents and local business community look forward to hosting these outstanding student-athletes,
in one of America’s top resort destinations.
VisitMyrtleBeach.com Big SouthBasketballChampionships
Tickets on sale at VisitMyrtleBeach.com/bigsouth
the chamber earlier this year added the option of live chat to the website. Rather than waiting for an email to come
immediately!
As more and more websites are created, people simply look at sites in less than a minute and move on to
of value to them. Live chat addresses this problem since it allows a business to engage site visitors in an instant. Myrtle Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau can testify to the success of life chat. Their site, VisitMyrtleBeach.com, saw an 81 percent increase in
To access live chat, visitors simply click on the chat icon located at the bottom of the home page of the ThinkMyrtleBeach.com website. A chat window will pull up within seconds; this is when the user is greeted by
the site and then has a question, the chat screen will automatically pop up and ask if there is something they need help locating while visiting the site.
live chat will provide an option to interact via instant
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by
Carolinians have now completed applications on the Federal Health
about half have chosen a plan. According to a recent Washington Post report,
those who have applied for coverage have received some
Now that you have your coverage in place, will you love it or begrudge it? Here are some tips to get the most out of your new health insurance plan.
1. If you’ve not already done so, enroll now! The deadline for enrolling is
health insurance (or been granted
1 percent of annual income or
2. Pay your premium. You should receive an invoice in the mail for
late getting those out and payment must be made before coverage will be in force. If you haven’t received the bill yet, you can pay by credit
carrier.
welcome letter and plan documents arrive in the mail, don’t just throw them in a drawer. It’s important that you read through the Schedule of
call your agent with any questions you may have.
An annual check-up helps you and your doctor plan for your good health all yearlong.
drugs where possible. Using these lower cost alternatives saves you money.
7. Start or continue a moderate workout plan. Walking has been shown to be the best activity to improve your overall health, so get moving.
8. Ask the insurance clerk at your
any planned procedures. Pre-
advance if you will have co-pays, co-insurance or deductibles to pay.
ask your primary care doctor to review all your medications to insure they are compatible.
laugh, play and meet friends at chamber events. These three are the best medicines of all!
Love your new health insuranceIN 10 EASY STEPS
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Myrtle Beach’s Premier Culinary Tasting Event
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, Exhibit Hall B
FREE Admission Beer & Wine Gardens | Family Friendly
A few participating exhibitors include:
Pier House Restaurant • Travinia Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar Chestnut Hill • Sweet Carolina’s BBQ • Sticky FingersHorry-Georgetown Technical College Culinary Dept.
American Culinary Federation and many others!
4th Annual
Restaurants interested in participating should contact Amie Lee, GrandStrandRestaurants.com
f.l.a.v.o.r. is presented by Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
rate in average occupancy for the Brittain Center’s weekly sample of hotel, condo-hotel, and campsite
on a nightly basis (see average weekly
sample of weekly-rented vacation
along the Grand Strand, average occupancy in the weekly-rented VRP segment continues to decline relative to the long term average rate of
weekly advertised rental prices for the Center’s sample of HC-HCs has been
increasing during the most recent
change in average advertised prices for the Center’s sample of VRPs is now
term average rate of change, which is
Rate of change POSITIVE FOR SOME LODGING SEGMENTS
March 2014INSIDER Myrtle Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
VisitMyrtleBeach.com March 2014
Spring is in the air, and that means warmer temperatures,
Championships. It is the second year of a three-year contract between VisitMyrtleBeach.com and the Big South Conference.
Twenty-three teams will thrill fans with plenty of hoops action that will be played at Coastal Carolina University’s
The tournament is comprised of both men’s and women’s teams from across the Big South Conference. Tickets can be
In its inaugural year being played along the Grand Strand,
Myrtle Beach area.
“Once again we are very grateful for the support of VisitMyrtleBeach.com. If I could create an ideal partner, it would be VisitMyrtleBeach.com. We are honored to call them a real friend of the Big South,” said Big South Commissioner Kyle Kallander in his welcome letter.
March MadnessRETURNS TO THE MYRTLE BEACH AREA WITH BIG SOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS
by
March 2014 VisitMyrtleBeach.com
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Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13
Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13
Sources: S.C. Departments of PRT and Revenue
Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13*
Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13*
$1,700,000$1,500,000$1,200,000
$750,000$450,000
$0
Percentages Shown Are Percent Change From Previous Year
Percentages Shown Are Percent Change From Previous Year
$1,100,000,000
$660,000,000$440,000,000$220,000,000
$0
Percentages Shown Are Percent Change From Previous Year
$150,000,000
$120,000,000
$60,000,000
$30,000,000
$0
$150,000
$120,000
$50,000
$0
GEORGETOWN COUNTY ADMISSIONS TAX
HORRY COUNTY GROSS RETAIL SALES
HORRY COUNTY ADMISSIONS TAX
GEORGETOWN COUNTY GROSS RETAIL SALES
Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13*
$4,200,000
$3,200,000
$2,200,000
$1,200,000
$0
HORRY COUNTY ACCOMMODATIONS TAX COLLECTION
GEORGETOWN COUNTY ACCOMMODATIONS TAX COLLECTION
Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13*
$520,000
$420,000
$320,000
$220,000
$120,000
$0
VisitMyrtleBeach.com March 2014
Convention & Visitors Bureau
*Dr. Taylor Damonte, Director • Clay Brittain, Jr. Center for Resort Tourism Coastal Carolina University • [email protected]
**Source: Horry County Department of Airports
MEDIA ANALYSIS REPORT JANUARY 2014
Type Impressions Ad ValueEquivalency
InternetPrintBroadcastTOTAL
ARR
IVA
LS
DECEMBER AIRPORT ARRIVALS**100,000
60,000
40,000
20,000
0
2012 2013 ChangeArrivals 8.0%
2012 2013
2013 20142013 2014
DO
LLA
RS
$200
$150
$100
$75
$50
$25
$0
AVERAGE DAILY RATE PER ROOM WEEK*
PERC
ENT
OCCUPANCY PERCENT PER ROOM WEEK*
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
20142013 $107.712012
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
20142013 $170.222012 $88.22
3 YEAR COMPARISON
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
20142013 22.7%2012 78.8%
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
20142013 87.7% 82.1%2012
3 YEAR COMPARISON Occupancy
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
20142013
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
20142013
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
UNIQUE User Sessions
1,000,000
600,000
400,000
200,000
0
2013
2014
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
20142013
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
20142013
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
ADVERTISER Referrals
2013
20141,200,000
1,000,000
600,000
400,000
200,000
0
HELP US HELP YOUBy sending in your weekly numbers, you will be providing valuable data that helps us to keep updated information. For more information, contact Dr. Taylor Damonte, director of Clay Brittain, Jr. Center for Resort Tourism
March 2014 VisitMyrtleBeach.com
Conv
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Berlin, Germany
Smart Mart
Charlotte, NC
Valley Forge, PA
Valley Forge, PA
Bank Travel in Huntsville, AL
Huntsville, AL
National Association of Sports Commissions
Oklahoma City, OK
Where in theWORLD
is the CVB?
CVB-Group Sales is busy this month welcoming
There are plenty of discounts available on some of the Myrtle Beach area’s top resorts and attractions. With
entertainment options, there is so much for the players and their traveling friends and family to do when there
A complete list of deals and specials can be found at
South Championships was the large sand sculpture that
Between wonderful discounts at many of the Myrtle Beach area’s top resorts and attractions to unique sand
to again be a slam dunk for the Grand Strand.
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BlueCross BlueShield of South CarolinaLooking for a health plan? If you have
further than BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.
Receive unbeatable discounts on your
Fisher Recycling – Grand Strand Fisher Recycling – Grand Strand
Hospitality Partnership members complimentary on-site waste audits to create a customized recycling program for your business. With a one-year Recycling Service Contract, Fisher Recycling – Grand Strand
Member-to-Member DiscountsDesigned to enhance your membership value, the Member-to-Member Discounts program encourages members to buy from other members to save money, increase visibility and promote new business for their companies.
Sam’s ClubMBACC members receive a
they sign up for a new Sam’s Club membership or renew
South Carolina Chamber of CommerceAs a member of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce you can enjoy free electronic access to the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce statewide grassroots lobbying and information networks.
U.S. Chamber of CommerceAs a small business member of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, you receive complimentary membership in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The U.S. Chamber serves as another voice for your business.
Hospitality PartnershipMyrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association and South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association have created a unique partnership to promote, protect and improve businesses throughout the Grand Strand.
iSelectMDWith iSelectMD you have access to superior medical care whenever you need it –
starts with a simple phone call putting you in touch with
Drug Prescription CardThis free program provides
prescription drugs. There are no restrictions on membership, no income requirements,
Every dollar counts, which is why your Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce continues to look for smart ways for our
a quick return on their membership investment with Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and realize unparalleled savings on many products and services used daily.
Every dollar counts which is why your Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce continues to look for smart ways for our
D O N ’ T PAY F U L L P R I C E
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of change in revenue per available room for the Center’s sample of HC-HCs peaked at
this year and currently stands
favorably to its long-term rate
average rate of change in revenue per available bedroom for the Center’s sample of VRPs remained positive.
change for revenue per available bedroom in VRPs turned negative and is now -10.1 percent. By way of reference, as of December
growth in Horry County’s
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Economic IndicatorsR E S I D E N T I A L CO N S T R U C T I O N P E R M I T S N OV E M B E R 2013
LOCATION Myrtle Beach Horry County Unincorporated
North Myrtle Beach
Surfside Beach
Georgetown County
Single Family Units 24 117 15 3 17Single Family Units Cost $8,524,210 $16,776,922 $3,207,674 $1,001,300 $3,925,974Multi-Family Bldgs. 1 2 0 0 0Multi-Family Units 6 11 0 0 0Multi-Family Bldgs. Cost $823,842 $716,126 $0 $0 $0
R E S I D E N T I A L CO N S T R U C T I O N P E R M I T S N OV E M B E R 2012
LOCATION Myrtle Beach Horry County Unincorporated
North Myrtle Beach
Surfside Beach
Georgetown County
Single Family Units 18 118 19 4 14Single Family Units Cost $4,483,037 $17,671,399 $5,729,204 $927,787 $3,334,096Multi-Family Bldgs. 0 0 0 0 0Multi-Family Units 0 0 0 0 0Multi-Family Bldgs. Cost $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
ADDITIONAL ECONOMIC INDICATORSMonthly statistics for the following economic indicators can be found in the CVB Insider special section of the Grand Strander:
Sources: Bureau of the Census, S.C. Employment Commission
Number of persons in labor force Unemployment rate
15.0
10.0
5.0
0.0
Nov-12
Dec-12
140,000Employment for Horry County
120,000
100,000
60,000
40,000
20,000
0
7.6
11.112.4
11.2
7.6 7.7 7.7
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How can MBACC serve you better?
January Ambassadors of the Month
Commerce’s ambassadors will be visiting your business to ask you how the chamber can serve you better? How can the chamber help your business succeed? Tell your ambassador and they will share your comments with
Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce’s ambassadors are a prestigious group providing membership mentoring
receiving the highest return on their MBACC investment. Ambassadors enjoy the rewards of making new contacts, strengthening relationships and accessing a wealth of information and resource. To learn how you can join this
membership retention and services manager, at
Ryan SmithMembership Retention and Services Manager
Abbey Brink Rhett Fowler
greystar.com
Jackie Neal Bobbei Seay
2014 Ambassador Chairs
John Krajc
Ambassador of the Month
Rhett Fowler
Second Highest Ambassador Points of the Month
Al Kipple
Third Highest Ambassador Points of the Month
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2014 Ambassador Chairmen’s Circle
Donna Benson-Todd
greystar.com
Krystal Dotson
gmail.com
Julie Farmer-Janis
chicora.net
David Gauthier
Chicora
gmail.com
Brian Geesaman
chicora.net
John Krajc
outlook.com
Melanie McMurrain
of South Carolina
cmsckids.org
Summer Mueller
gmail.com
Marie Young
live.com
2014 Ambassadors
Irene Brinkmann
chicora.net
Matt CarsonNew York Life
yahoo.com
Samuel Fresquez
yahoo.com
Larry Fudge
wactel.com
Rusty Gaskins
yahoo.com
Nicole “Niki” Hendricks
live.com
Michael Jacobs
coastal.edu
Joseph “Kyle” JohnsonMerrill Lynch
ml.com
Willis Johnson
yahoo.com
Alan KippleThree Ring
focus.com
Nedra Knowlin
yahoo.com
Cathy Magee
icecreative.us
Tia Marak
gmail.com
Chad Melber
prudential.com
Bonnie O’Guin
janikingmyr.com
Barbara Powell
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chicora.net
Gray Roper
hgtc.com
Lauren Schwanke
Oceanfront at
hionthebeach.com
Greg Schwartz
yahoo.com
Summer Turner
gmail.com
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Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce encourages members to do business with other chamber members. Please consider these new members the next time you have a need for products/services.
New members
AARP South Carolina
Teresa Arnold1201 Main St., Ste. 1720
America’s Swimming Pool Co. of Myrtle Beach (ASP of Myrtle Beach)
myrtlebeachpoolservice.com
Belle La Vie Day SpaDay Spa
bellelaviedayspa.com
Cameron SeminarsTrainingCatherine Cameron
Cold Stone Creamery @ Broadway at the Beach
David Pellegrino
coldstonecreamery.com
Cold Stone Creamery- The Market Common
David Pellegrino
coldstonecreamery.com
Crabby Georges
Suren Manukyan
Encounters UFO Experience
Brian Bonquet
GAV Group LLC/DBA Angus Steakhouse & Seafood
Ana Vintu2011 S. Kings Hwy.
Hill SouthTechnologyKen KreitzHillSouth.com
Hobart Service
Scott Westbrook
hobartservice.com
King Shazaam (Tributes)
kingshazaam.com
Latitude 34 Realty LLC
Dan Ferraro
Le Bleu of the Carolinas Inc.
Richard Carlton212 Bohemia Ct.
lebleuofcarolinas.com
Life Line Chiropractic, Dr. Tammy CostelloChiropracticTammy Costello
lifelinechiropractic.org
wy.
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Exhibit at 2014 Grand Strand TechExpo
With only 75 exhibit spaces available, the Grand Strand Technology Council expects to sell out well in advance of the
an exciting day for technology with the location at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and Horry County Schools Technology
Fair in the adjacent halls bringing in hundreds of additional
GSTechExpo.orgReel Action Fishing Charters
John Schuchman2201 Little River Neck Rd.
Silverton Mortgage Specialist, Inc.
Karen O’Donovan
silvertonmortgage.com
Southern Tide Media
Brandon Evans
southerntidemedia.com
Strategic Connections, Inc
Jim Bang
strategicconnections.net
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03.12.14 Morning Rush Networking Breakfast
Stadium Suite at TicketReturn.com Field at Pelicans Ballpark
Like to interact one on one and not in large crowds? gsSCENE realizes that it’s hard to network, especially at the large socials! So we created Morning Rush, a networking event limited to 20 people, where you learn a whole new way of getting to know other young professionals. The event will take place the second Wednesday of every other month. Enjoy complimentary breakfast from Sonic Drive-In.
03.20.14 gsSCENE Social at Bourbon Street Bar & Grill Myrtle Beach
Enjoy a new menu tasting, one complimentary drink, renovated interior, self-guided tour and plenty of networking.
04.04.14gsSCENE Community Service
Event - Volunteering at Special Olympics
Socastee High School
schools special needs classes in Horry County along with the adult clients from Arc and Horry County Disabilities and Special Needs. Volunteer at gsSCENE.com.
Register at gsSCENE.comgsSCENE EVENTS
Thank you to our sponsors
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PR Hotspot Members in the News
highlighted businesses, click on the Business Search link at MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com. Share Your News Business Bulletin recognizes new employees,
relocations class
and convention attendance, new websites, and year-end accomplishments for top real
Inside TrackCarolina Trust Federal Credit Union (1010 21st Ave. N., Myrtle
Todd Berg to the position of mortgage loan manager and promoted Jennifer Grooms to marketing director.
Dola Brooks has joined South Atlantic Bank as a teller at the main
Beach. Alison Van Wagner has joined the bank as a teller and Nancy Pinner has been promoted to teller supervisor, both at South Atlantic Bank’s Murrells
Real estate agent Gary Falconer has joined Watermark Real Estate Group.
Applause, ApplauseCroissants Bistro & Bakery recently received two national awards
These distinguished awards include:
bakery in The Knot Best of Weddings,
Couples’ Choice Awards winner.
provides a “by brides, for brides” guide to the top wedding professionals across the country, and is a must-have when it comes to selecting the best-of-the-best wedding resources. The WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards are selected solely based on the reviews from past clients on WeddingWire.com, the nation’s largest wedding review website, featuring more than one million newlywed reviews.
Business Bulletin Members in the News
Can-Am Festival
be another fantastic event here in the Myrtle
Series on March 10 at Broadway at the Beach Celebrity Square featuring The Burlington Teen Tour Band and other performers. The band also will be playing at free community concerts at
the malls. Read all about Can-Am Days at CanAmDays.com.
Kori Hippe receives
Stellar AwardThe Stellar Performance Award is presented by Myrtle Beach Area
all that is best in the chamber. The award is given on a quarterly basis. At the end of each year, one quarterly winner is presented with
presented to Kori Hippe, membership marketing manager. Hippe was originally nominated by Cindy Gettig, director of membership. “Kori consistently looks for new ideas and programs that will be of
of Commerce. Kori is a stellar employee and a true asset to our organization.”
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Hospitality Partnership MBHospitality.org
Attention businesses: Myrtle Beach hosting Military Appreciation
The Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association is asking any member businesses that are interested in participating in Military Appreciation Month to send in discounts for active or retired military. These discounts will be distributed at military
Appreciations Days website. This month-long celebration is sponsored by the City of Myrtle Beach and PGBA LLC as a “thank you” to our dedicated service men and women and their families for all that they do on our behalf. The celebration includes active duty military personnel, reserves, National Guard and veterans from all service branches.
During the month of May, military personnel and their families can look for discounts to area restaurants and attractions, free concerts, the traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, the big
competition and other special events.
way of showing its gratitude and support to the men and women of the nation’s military services. The Grand Strand Patriotic
11 a.m. ceremonies on the Myrtle Beach Convention Center Plaza.
MilitaryAppreciationDays.com. U.S. Navy veteran and talk show host Montel Williams is the grand marshal for this year’s parade.
How can you help? Send details about lodging, attractions, restaurants, golf, etc. discounts to Mark Kruea
Days, visit MilitaryAppreciationDays.com.
Trio Dinner seeking local chefswill attend the Trio Dinner event at the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel where local chefs will be paired with local students to prepare menu items they have selected in an active station
have a competition based on the “Best Dish Award” to be judged by a Celebrity Judge Panel along with its annual “People’s Choice” award. MBAHA is currently seeking chefs for this event. As of press
in the Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort has signed up to participate. If you’re interested in participating, contact MBAHA Events and Membership Service
MBHospitality.org.
Two locals receive
South Carolina Hospitality Industry awards MBAHA is delighted to announce that Alton Bellamy with Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel has won theLodging Heart of House Employee of the Year and Trip DeForrest with Outback Steakhouse has been named Restaurateur of the Year, both in the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association’s Stars of the Industry Awards program.
The Stars of the Industry Awards program recognizes outstanding accomplishments and employees in South Carolina’s hospitality industry.
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For the most current meeting/event dates and times, go to MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com and check out Events & Registration on the home page.
Mar 4 ...............................................Behind the Scenes at WHCI - Warren & Harmon Commercial Interiors • Mar 5 ...............................................Ribbon-Cutting at Fruttis Frozen Yogurt • Mar 6 ...............................................Smartphones at Work - A Smart Idea? • Ribbon-Cutting at Angus Steakhouse and Seafood •
.........................................Can-Am Days Mar 10 .............................................Fiduciary Duties • 12-1 p.m. Mar 11 .............................................Entrepreneurial Readiness
Ribbon-Cutting at Alcova Mortgage • Mar 12 .............................................gsSCENE Morning Rush Networking Breakfast •
• Mar 13 .............................................
at Sticky Fingers •
.............................................Go Green, $ave Green • 12-1 p.m.
.............................................B-to-B Connects • Ribbon-Cutting at ABC Mobile Auto and RV Repair • Mar 20 .............................................Board of Directors • gsSCENE Social at Bourbon Street Bar & Grill • Mar 25 .............................................Chamber Access Member Orientation • Mar 26 .............................................Social Media Marketing
Mar 27 .............................................Mentoring Roundtable for Entrepreneurs •
Ambassador Meeting •
Carolina National Bank
............................................. Legislative Policy Council • Apr 1 ............................................... Ribbon-Cutting at Encounters UFO Experience • 12 p.m. CVB-Group Sales Committee
Apr 3 ...............................................Ribbon-Cutting at The Joint Sayebrook • 11 a.m. Transform Your Business, Transform Your Life • Apr 4 ............................................... gsSCENE Community Service at Special Olympics Apr 10 .................Overcoming Sales Objections
Apr 15 .................Behavioral Styles and Selling
Apr 16 ............................................. Behind the Scenes at Carolina Coastal Plastic Surgery
Apr 17 ............................................. Board of Directors • Apr 22 ............................................. Annual Meeting • Apr 23 ............................................. Chamber Access Member Orientation • Apr 24 .............................................
The Bellamy Law Firm • Apr 25 ............................................. Legislative Policy Council •
............................................. Team Building •
Calendar March & April
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Diana Greene, IOM
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