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The 2022 GLOBAL VISION AWARD
 honoring Dr. Jim Chow

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EVENT PHOTOS BELOW!
The Columbia World Affairs Council was pleased to honor Dr. Jim Chow as the 2022 Global Vision Award recipient. Dr. Chow – Senior Partner at Columbia Skin Clinic and Retired Brigadier General in the United States Air Force – at a black-tie gala at the Columbia Marriott on Monday, December 5, 2022. This was the 29th year the Columbia World Affairs Council has presented the award to a leader whose contributions have made a significant impact on projecting South Carolina globally.  

“Dr. Chow is internationally known for a 30+ year career in dermatology and cancer treatment," said Fred Monk, Columbia World Affairs Council Chair Emeritus. “His service as a military doctor and volunteer to communities around the world, treating people from Honduras to Iraq as well as wounded service members back home, changed many lives. His dedication to service, beyond his professional achievements, elevated South Carolina's presence around the world. Dr. Chow is the epitome of the Global Vision Award!"

Columbia World Affairs Council showcases South Carolina globally through international connections, educational programming, and innovative exchanges. Through our vast network of regional and international partners, the Council continues developing opportunities to increase economic prosperity and global education while advancing South Carolina as an international destination.

The Annual Global Vision Award is the Council’s only fund raising event. Your contribution to, and engagement in, our mission plays a significant role in establishing South Carolina as a world-class state.

As a sponsor, we welcome you to join our network of passionate global advocates to celebrate Dr. Chow and support the future of our state’s global vision and international visibility!
PLEASE READ THE FULL PRESS RELEASE HERE!

THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 Global Vison SPONSORS!

DIAMOND
City of Columbia
Richland County
Fred Monk & Virginia Bedford

GOLD
Global Carolina and the Walker Institute at the University of South Carolina

SILVER
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina 
Folks Center for International Business, Darla Moore School of Business
at the University of South Carolina
Nelson Mullins Law Firm
Nexsen Pruet Law Firm

BRONZE
April Lucas & John Stucker
Claflin University
Columbia Skin Clinic
Marriott Columbia
Midlands Technical College
Ogletree Deakins Law Firm
Parker Poe Law Firm
Richland County Economic Development
Sam and Mary Drew
South Carolina Research Authority
William C. Schmidt, Jr
Southern Custom Doors
Synovus Bank
Transcon Trading

Photos from 2022 Global Vision Award Gala!


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​​2023 Global Vision Award Gala Sponsorship Levels and Benefits
All sponsorship levels include one year of Corporate Membership with accompanying benefits. 
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DIAMOND Sponsorship
$10,000
  • Champion sponsor of the dinner
  • Close proximity to head tables
  • Candid photos of evening
  • Recognition on all advertising and in gala program
  • Company profile included and highlighted on the Columbia World Affairs Council website
  • Special recognition at dinner
GOLD Sponsorship
$5,000
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  • Close proximity to head tables
  • Candid photos of evening
  • Recognition on all advertising and in gala program
  • Recognition on the Columbia World Affairs Council website
  • Special recognition at dinner
SILVER Sponsorship 
$3,000
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  • Recognition on the Columbia World Affairs Council website
  • Special recognition in program
  • Special recognition at dinner
BRONZE Sponsorship
$1,500
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  • Recognition on the Columbia World Affairs Council website
  • Special recognition in program
  • Special recognition at dinner
Additional sponsorship levels available upon request! 
The Columbia World Affairs Council is a private, non-profit 501(c)3 non-partisan organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Our Federal tax id is 57-0972662.
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For more information call 803.348.4490 or email dmonk@columbiaworldaffairs.org 

Sponsorship payments accepted with PayPal and checks. Make checks payable to Columbia World Affairs Council and mail to P.O. Box 5593, Columbia, S.C., 29250. 
Photos from the 2019 Global Vision Award Gala honoring Claflin University President Dr. Henry N. Tisdale

PAST GLOBAL VISION AWARD HONOREES


2022
Dr. Jim Chow

2021
George Wolfe

2020
Harry Huge 

2019

Dr. Henry N. Tisdale

2018
Senator Hugh K. Leatherman, Sr. 

2017
Mayor Joe Riley
​See photos HERE!

2016
Governor Nikki R. Haley
See photos HERE!
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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.

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