Join us at the Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes from Thursday, July 22 until Sunday, July 25. In addition to our building, highway and utility breakout sessions and keynote presentations, we will also be hosting our annual All Attendee Welcome Reception, Young Leaders Reception, Summer Summit Bash Reception and our Hall of Fame Red Carpet, Dinner and Ceremony. We can't wait to see you there!
South Carolina’s top-of-the-line mobile workshop for skilled trades, Be Pro Be Proud SC, will be on-site for tours during our annual Summit. Be sure to plan a time to see the truck Thursday from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. during registration and our Welcome Reception or on Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. during our sessions. The 53-foot, double-expandable 18-wheeler offers students and parents the chance to learn more about skilled trades and the career opportunities that are abundant in South Carolina, including thousands of well-paying construction jobs now available. Nice and shiny on the outside, the blue, silver and black truck features South Carolina’s palmetto tree and crescent moon logo as well as an array of sponsor names and logos. Inside, visitors will feel as if they have walked into an upscale arcade where they will be scored on how well they can drive a commercial truck, weld, operate a piece of heavy equipment, and run a forklift. There are also virtual reality games that teach the techniques of carpentry and diesel mechanics. But, most importantly, visitors will walk away with resources and information on how they can begin a career that is essential and in high demand.
This year's Summit Bash will feature the gang from Myrtle Beach's Crocodile Rocks Dueling Piano Bar. These charismatic and entertaining piano players will keep our members laughing and dancing throughout the evening as they play requests from the audience. The pianists will sing and battle back and forth with comedic commentary and hilarious banter,
Chad Porter is one of the nation's most inspirational and motivational speakers. He has been speaking for over 20 years, telling his amazing story of overcoming obstacles, perseverance, dealing with life's challenges while inspiring hundreds of thousands in the process. He was the lead Motivational Speaker on the Zig Ziglar International Team. He comes highly recommended by Corporate CEO's, Fundraising Executives, athletic teams both collegiate and professional, and Conference Event Planners all over the country. Sean McDermott, Head Coach for the Buffalo Bills describes Chad as “truly inspiring and one of the best motivational speakers they’ve ever had!”
Chad came and spoke to our team and he did a phenomenal job! His powerful message about perseverance and attitude is for everyone. His ability to take a tough subject and add lots of humor to it makes the experience very entertaining. I love how he helps you take your pain and turn it into purpose. I would highly recommend Chad for any group, he will do a phenomenal job! Dabo Swinney, Clemson Head Football Coach