Each year, since 1994, the Columbia World Affairs Council presents the Global Vision Award to a leader whose contributions have made a significant impact on South Carolina to help project the state globally. The recipient is honored at a black-tie gala attended by leaders of international affairs from across the state.
Congratulations to 2018 Global Vision Award Recipient,
Senator Hugh K. Leatherman, Sr.!
(Left to Right) Mrs. Jean Leatherman, Senator Hugh K. Leatherman, Sr., and Fred Monk, CWAC Chairman Emeritus, at the 25th Anniversary Global Vision Award Gala on November 29, 2018 at the Columbia Marriott. Photo by Drew Baron.
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the Columbia World Affairs Council was pleased to present Senator Hugh K. Leatherman, Sr. with the 2018 Global Vision Award at a black-tie gala at the Columbia Marriott on Thursday, November 29, 2018. President of Francis Marion University Dr. Fred Carter introduced the Senator. His remarks can be read HERE.
“Senator Leatherman has been a leader in enabling South Carolina to be one of the premier states for international investment, export growth, and international partnerships. Without his involvement, Boeing, Continental, and many other significant job creators would not have happened,” says former Columbia Mayor and Columbia World Affairs Council Board of Directors Chair Bob Coble. “He is also responsible for taking the on relationships in Asia, particularly Japan and Taiwan. And he has been critical to the success of the development of the Port of Charleston.”
“Senator Leatherman has been a leader in enabling South Carolina to be one of the premier states for international investment, export growth, and international partnerships. Without his involvement, Boeing, Continental, and many other significant job creators would not have happened,” says former Columbia Mayor and Columbia World Affairs Council Board of Directors Chair Bob Coble. “He is also responsible for taking the on relationships in Asia, particularly Japan and Taiwan. And he has been critical to the success of the development of the Port of Charleston.”
THANK YOU TO OUR 2018 GALA SPONSORS!
Diamond
City of Columbia
Richland County
The Harry and Reba Huge Foundation
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Gold
Nelson Mullins Law Firm
Nexsen Pruet Law Firm
University of South Carolina:
Global Carolina & Carolina International House at Maxcy College
Silver
Charleston Regional Development Alliance
Claflin University
Collins Engineers
Columbia Marriott
Continental
Sam and Mary Drew
FN America, LLC
Global Consulting
Gum Springs, LLC
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Law Firm
Sam E. McCuen & Associates
McNair Law Firm
Midlands Technical College
Municipal Association of South Carolina
Ogletree Deakins Law Firm
Parker Poe Law Firm
South Carolina Research Authority
Synovus
Transcon Trading
Upstate SC Alliance
Samuel C. and Mary E. Baskin Waters Foundation Fund of Central Carolina Community Foundation
City of Columbia
Richland County
The Harry and Reba Huge Foundation
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Gold
Nelson Mullins Law Firm
Nexsen Pruet Law Firm
University of South Carolina:
Global Carolina & Carolina International House at Maxcy College
Silver
Charleston Regional Development Alliance
Claflin University
Collins Engineers
Columbia Marriott
Continental
Sam and Mary Drew
FN America, LLC
Global Consulting
Gum Springs, LLC
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Law Firm
Sam E. McCuen & Associates
McNair Law Firm
Midlands Technical College
Municipal Association of South Carolina
Ogletree Deakins Law Firm
Parker Poe Law Firm
South Carolina Research Authority
Synovus
Transcon Trading
Upstate SC Alliance
Samuel C. and Mary E. Baskin Waters Foundation Fund of Central Carolina Community Foundation
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2019 Global Vision Award Gala Sponsorship Levels and Benefits
All sponsorship levels include one year of Corporate Membership.
All sponsorship levels include one year of Corporate Membership.
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Diamond Sponsorship
$10,000
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Gold Sponsorship
$5,000
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Silver Sponsorship
$3,000
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Bronze Sponsorship
$1,500
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For more information call 803.252.2197 or email us here. Additional sponsorship levels available on request. Payment for sponsorships accepted with PayPal and checks. Make checks payable to Columbia World Affairs Council and mail to PO Box 5593, Columbia, S.C., 29250. |
PAST GLOBAL VISION AWARD HONOREES
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2018
Senator Hugh K. Leatherman, Sr. 2017 Mayor Joe Riley See photos HERE! 2016 Governor Nikki R. Haley See photos HERE! 2015 Dr. Harris Pastides 2014 Inez Moore Tenenbaum 2013 Governor Richard W. Riley 2012 Bobby Hitt SC Secretary of Commerce 2011 Senator Lindsey Graham and Congressman James E. Clyburn 2010 Paula Harper Bethea |
2009
Ambassadors Robert V. Royall Jr. and David Wilkins 2008 Dr. Andrew Sorensen President of the University of South Carolina and The Honorable Bob Coble Mayor of the City of Columbia 2007 Ed Sellers, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina 2006 Ms. Sabine Lang Director of Lang-Mekra, N.A., LLC 2005 Satch Krantz Executive Director, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden 2004 US Senator Fritz Hollings |
2003
Community Activist Jasper Salmond 2002 Governor John C. West 2001 SC State Ports Authority 2000 Ambassador Phil Lader 1999 Fred Monk 1998 Governor Robert McNair 1997 Sister Mary Jacob 1996 Ambassador Richard Walker 1995 Astronaut Major General Charles F. Bolden, Jr. 1994 Governor Carroll Campbell, Jr. |