Please select your choices early! Deadline to participate is June 7, 2024.

CLICK HERE to download the Annual Conference Agenda

CLICK HERE for User Names to Sign into Member Portal

Break Sponsor - $750 each

• Monday Morning, July29
• Monday Afternoon, July 29 
• Tuesday Morning, July 30
• Tuesday Afternoon, July 30
• Wednesday Afternoon, July 31

Movie Break Sponsor - $1,500 (Exclusive)

Held Tuesday, July 30 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Boxed Lunch Sponsor - $2,000 (Exclusive, Two Opportunities)

• Monday, July 29 sponsored by Davis & Floyd
• Wednesday, July 31 (held between the General Session and Workshops)

Welcome Reception (Tuesday) sponsored by The Electric Cooperatives of South Carolina 

Name Badge Lanyard Sponsor —Exclusive - $2,500

Lanyards will include your company name or logo and distributed to all attendees.

*Conference App Sponsor (Multiple Events)— Exclusive - $3,500
Onsite signage recognition, exclusive banner ad in app, conference program recognition

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

Exhibit space is limited this year. We kindly ask that no more than two representatives per booth be present in the exhibit hall at any given time. You are welcome to rotate representatives in and out as needed. DISPLAYS THAT EXCEED 8X6 WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.

EXHIBIT FEE INCLUDES: One 6’ table, two chairs and electricity will be included with each booth. In addition, coffee/beverage/break service during exhibit hall hours, Tuesday night reception, and Wednesday morning breakfast for the attendees included in the booth fee or additional paid registrants. The fee does not include the Boxed Lunches (Monday and Wednesday) and Wednesday Closing Reception.

CLICK HERE to download the Annual Conference Agenda

CLICK HERE for User Names to Sign into the Member Portal

CLICK HERE for Partner Exhibit Booth, Sponsor, and Attendee Registration Instructions 

SCAC Corporate Partner Policy (Exhibit Booth)

• Platinum Partner – Complimentary Exhibit Booth (includes 6 attendees)
• Gold Partner – Complimentary Exhibit Booth (includes 4 attendees)
• Silver Partner - $850 Booth Fee (includes 2 attendees)
• Bronze Partner - $1000 Booth Fee (includes 1 attendee)

The cost to register more than the number included above is $400 per person. 

SCAC Corporate Partner Policy (Annual Conference Registrant / No Exhibit Booth)

• Platinum Partner – includes 6 attendees
• Gold Partner – includes 4 attendees
• Silver Partner - includes 2 attendees
• Bronze Partner - Discounted registration of $440 per person
  

The cost to register more than the number included above is $440 per person. 

2024 EXHIBITOR GUIDELINES
This reservation for exhibit space is subject to acceptance by the South Carolina Association of Counties (hereafter referred to as the Association) and upon such acceptance will constitute a contract to use the space assigned.

1. Character of Exhibits. The Association reserves the right to decline or prohibit any exhibit or part of an exhibit or restrict any activity or conduct within the exhibition area(s) which in its opinion is not suitable.

2. Payment for Space. Payment of the total rental charges for exhibit space must be received by May 1, 2024. In addition, all Partner fees must be current. You may pay with check (payable to SC Association of Counties) or credit card. No cancellation or refund can be made after May 1.

3. Exhibitor Registration. Platinum (6 booth attendees), Gold (4 booth attendees), Silver (2 booth attendees), Bronze (1 booth attendee) are included in the fees. Additional attendees are $400 per person if purchasing a booth. Please note that no more than two per booth are allowed to work at the same time.

4. Hotel Reservations. Housing reservation information will be sent mid-April. The room block is released to county officials first. Overflow accommodations are listed below. 

5. Subletting of Space. No exhibitor shall assign, sublet or apportion the whole or any part of the space purchased or permit any other party to exhibit therein without written permission from the Association.

6. Installation and Dismantling. Exhibits must be installed between the hours of 10:30am and 1:00pm on Monday. Exhibits must dismantle between 12:00 - 1:00pm on Wednesday. No early dismantling will be permitted without penalty.

7. Liability. The Association and/or the Wild Dunes Resort will not be responsible for the safety of exhibits from theft, damage, fire or other causes. The exhibitor hereby acknowledges that the Association shall have no liability, and the exhibitor shall indemnify, save and hold harmless the Association, its officers, agents and employees from and against any and all loss, liabilities, judgments and damages, and all related costs, fees and expenses, arising directly or indirectly out of or in any way connected with this exhibitor contract for space.

8. Electrical Service. 110 Volt electrical service is included with the exhibit booth fee. Any additional service will be the responsibility of the exhibitor, and arrangements must be made directly with the Wild Dunes Resort by using the enclosed form. Special connections, including extension cords, must be provided by the exhibitor.

9. Equipment and Supplies. The Association will furnish each exhibitor with a uniform, single-line sign with the exhibitor's firm thereon, and with 1 table, two chairs, piping & draping.

10. Hours and Function at Exhibits. Exhibits will not be open any other time than hours listed below.

NOTE: NO MORE THAN TWO (2) PERSONS PER BOOTH WILL BE ALLOWED TO WORK AT ANY ONE TIME. THIS POLICY WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Bronze, Silver and Gold Partners will receive hotel reservation information by mid-April. To book at one of the overflow properties or outside of the SCAC room block at Wild Dunes Resort, please see below for additional information.

Outside of the Block/Vacation Rentals

Anyone wishing to book a room, house, condo or villa outside the conference dates will need to call the toll-free reservation line (866) 359-5593 (Option #1) to add to their reservation. The discounted group rate is based on availability. Wild Dunes Resort is experiencing unprecedented call volume levels. If you are sent to voicemail, please expect a call back within 24 to 48 hours.

Overflow Accommodations

Overflow accommodations for the SCAC Annual Conference include the Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre and Residence Inn Charleston Mt. Pleasant. Shuttle transportation will be provided to and from Wild Dunes Resort. Both properties are located approximately 7 miles from Wild Dunes Resort.

Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Book online here
Call 1-888 HYATT HP (888-492-8847) reference group code: G-SCA1 
Hotel Deadline: July 6, 2024
Discounted Rate: $149.00++ per night

Cancellation: 24 hours prior or one night fee; credit card required.

Residence Inn Charleston Mt. Pleasant
Book online here
Call – 843-881-1599 (direct)
Hotel Deadline: July 6, 2024
Discounted Rate: $194.00++ per night single king suite. $264.00++ per night two-bedroom, two bath suite. Both include breakfast. Discounted rates are available two days pre/post based on availability.
Cancellation: 48 hours prior or one night fee; credit card required.

SCAC, in cooperation with the Joseph P. Riley Jr. Center for Livable Communities, College of Charleston, will hold the Institute of Government for County Officials (Level I, Level II, and Advanced classes) Monday, July 29 and Tuesday July 30, 2024. Credit for Level II courses will be given to county officials who have graduated from Level I or are within nine hours of graduating from Level I. Each course is three credit hours. Credits for courses are valid for four years. To receive a certificate for Level I, 27 hours of instruction, including 18 hours of required and nine hours of elective topics, must be completed. Classes taken online must be completed prior to July 19 to be considered for this year’s graduation. To receive a certificate for Level II, 18 hours of instruction in Level II topics must be completed. Participants who graduate from Level I or Level II will be recognized during the General Session on Wednesday, July 31.

Get all of the details in the 2024 Annual Conference Fact Sheet

For the full schedule and details, download the SCAC App. You can find it in the App Store or Google Play by searching for "sc counties".

Institute Registration Fee & Included Food/Beverage

The Institute of Government registration fee covers the cost of coffee/beverage breaks (Monday morning/afternoon and Tuesday morning) and a boxed lunch (Monday) for Institute participants (registered guests are not included). Name badges will be required at all SCAC events and meetings.

Registration and Wild Dunes Reservation Process

SCAC must receive a completed registration before the Wild Dunes Resort reservation link will be sent. You must be a paid registrant to receive the discounted hotel rate.

Institute of Government registrants will receive the reservation link via email within two business days of receipt of completed registration.

Those registering only for the Annual Conference will receive the Wild Dunes Resort reservation information the first week in April or within two business days if their registration is received on or after April 1.

Only those who are registered to attend the Institute of Government and/or Annual Conference will be able to book accommodations. Reservations are limited to one room per registrant. If more than one room is reserved for the same individual, the booking is subject to immediate cancellation. Reservations cancelled fewer than seven days prior to arrival will be charged the one night’s room deposit due at booking. The balance will be due at check-in.

Institute of Government Agenda

Institute of Government Boxed Lunches are sponsored by Davis & Floyd

Cancellation Policy

To cancel an Institute of Government registration, you must notify the SCAC Office in writing. Registrations cancelled by 5 p.m. on July 19 will be assessed a $10.00 service charge, per class. After this date, no refunds will be made.

Conference Attire

• Casual attire is acceptable at all business sessions. 
• Dressy-casual attire is expected for the Welcome Reception.
• Dressy attire is expected for the Closing Reception.
• Dressing in layers is recommended to accommodate for room temperature variations.

Wild Dunes Resort Accommodations Information, Map, and Amenities 

Wild Dunes Resort Waitlist

Wild Dunes Resort Accommodations 

The Wild Dunes Resort room block is currently sold out. Click here to join the waitlist. We highly recommend you book accommodations at one of the overflow properties listed below or elsewhere just in case we are not able to get you into the block at Wild Dunes Resort.

Overflow Accommodations

Overflow accommodations for the SCAC Annual Conference include the Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre and Residence Inn Charleston Mt. Pleasant. Shuttle transportation will be provided to and from Wild Dunes Resort. Both properties are located approximately 7 miles from Wild Dunes Resort.

Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Book online here
Call 1-888 HYATT HP (888-492-8847) reference group code: G-SCA1 
Hotel Deadline: July 6, 2024
Discounted Rate: $149.00++ per night

Cancellation: 24 hours prior or one night fee; credit card required.

Residence Inn Charleston Mt. Pleasant
Book online here
Call – 843-881-1599 (direct)
Hotel Deadline: July 6, 2024
Discounted Rate: $194.00++ per night single king suite. $264.00++ per night two-bedroom, two bath suite. Both include breakfast. Discounted rates are available two days pre/post based on availability.
Cancellation: 48 hours prior or one night fee; credit card required.

SCAC Staff Contacts
Institute of Government Inquiries Registration Inquiries         Member Portal Inquiries
Alicia Entzminger Pearl Khalif or Tish Anderson Jennifer Haworth                    
aentzminger@scac.sc pkhalif@scac.sc or tanderson@scac.sc jhaworth@scac.sc 
(803)779-8628 (803)771-2536 (d) or (803)779-7610 (d) (803)252-7255 ext. 337

**You MUST login to the Member Portal to register for the conference. If you do not have or have forgotten your username and password, contact Jennifer Haworth at jhaworth@scac.sc for assistance. Please note that the online registration form is optimized for Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Apple Safari browsers. If you are having issues registering online, please check your browser.**

SCAC will host its Annual Conference and Institute of Government courses at the Wild Dunes Resort on the Isle of Palms, July 29 - July 31, 2024. Please note the new conference schedule. For questions regarding conference attendee registration, please contact Pearl Khalif-Govan at pkhalif@scac.sc or (803) 771-2536.

Get all of the details in the 2024 Annual Conference Fact Sheet

 For the full schedule and details, download the SCAC App. You can find it in the App Store or Google Play by searching for "sc counties".

Registration and Wild Dunes Reservation Process

SCAC must receive a completed registration before the Wild Dunes Resort reservation link will be sent. You must be a paid registrant to receive the discounted hotel rate.

Institute of Government registrants will receive the reservation link via email within two business days of receipt of completed registration.

Those registering only for the Annual Conference will receive the Wild Dunes Resort reservation information the first week in April or within two business days if their registration is received on or after April 1.

Only those who are registered to attend the Institute of Government and/or Annual Conference will be able to book accommodations. Reservations are limited to one room per registrant. If more than one room is reserved for the same individual, the booking is subject to immediate cancellation. Reservations cancelled fewer than seven days prior to arrival will be charged the one night’s room deposit due at booking. The balance will be due at check-in.

Annual Conference Registration Fee & Included Food/Beverage

The fee covers the cost of coffee/beverage breaks (Tuesday afternoon/ Wednesday morning/afternoon), Welcome Reception sponsored by The Electric Cooperatives of South Carolina (Tuesday), Legislative Power Hour breakfast (Wednesday), boxed lunch for delegates only/no spouses (Wednesday), and the 2024 Closing Reception (Wednesday) for delegates and their registered guests. However, all guests must be pre-registered in order to attend.

SCAC will host a Closing Reception on Wednesday evening beginning at 6:30 p.m. During the reception, SCAC President Roy Costner will speak, and there will be a short program. The registration fee includes food and drink for both the registrant and a registered guest for the evening. More details to follow.

Cancellation Policy

To cancel an Annual Conference registration, you must notify the SCAC Office in writing. Registrations cancelled by 5 p.m. on July 19 will be assessed a $25.00 service charge. After this date, no refunds will be made.

Conference Attire

• Casual attire is acceptable at all business sessions. 
• Dressy-casual attire is expected for the Welcome Reception.
• Dressy attire is expected for the Closing Reception.
• Dressing in layers is recommended to accommodate for room temperature variations.  

Wild Dunes Resort Accommodations Information, Map, and Amenities 

Wild Dunes Resort Waitlist

Wild Dunes Resort Accommodations 

The Wild Dunes Resort room block is currently sold out. Click here to join the waitlist. We highly recommend you book accommodations at one of the overflow properties listed below or elsewhere just in case we are not able to get you into the block at Wild Dunes Resort.

Overflow Accommodations 

Overflow accommodations for the SCAC Annual Conference include the Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre and Residence Inn Charleston Mt. Pleasant. Shuttle transportation will be provided to and from Wild Dunes Resort. Both properties are located approximately 7 miles from Wild Dunes Resort.

Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Book online here
Call 1-888 HYATT HP (888-492-8847) reference group code: G-SCA1 
Hotel Deadline: July 6, 2024
Discounted Rate: $149.00++ per night

Cancellation: 24 hours prior or one night fee; credit card required.

Residence Inn Charleston Mt. Pleasant
Book online here
Call – 843-881-1599 (direct)
Hotel Deadline: July 6, 2024
Discounted Rate: $194.00++ per night single king suite. $264.00++ per night two-bedroom, two bath suite. Both include breakfast. Discounted rates are available two days pre/post based on availability.
Cancellation: 48 hours prior or one night fee; credit card required.

SCAC Staff Contacts