THE 28TH ANNUAL GLOBAL VISION AWARD
honoring George Wolfe
Photos from the 2021 Global Vision Award Gala honoring George B. Wolfe
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The Columbia World Affairs Council was pleased to announce George B. Wolfe as the 2021 Global Vision Award recipient on Monday, December 6, 2021, at our annual black-tie gala hosted at the Columbia Marriott! This was the 28th 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.
“I don’t know anyone who has had more of an impact on international economic development in South Carolina over the last 40 years,” said Bobby Hitt, former South Carolina Secretary of Commerce.
Over those years, Mr. Wolfe, a partner and co-chair of the Economic Development Practice Group at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP and founding board member of the Columbia World Affairs Council, created and amended tax and incentive laws positioning South Carolina to consistently be one of the leading states for capital investment in the Nation. His dedication has resulted in billions of dollars in investments and created tens of thousands of jobs for our state economy while attracting companies from Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, The Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom—including BMW, Roche, and Toray
There would not be a Columbia World Affairs Council without George Wolfe. We are excited to celebrate Mr. Wolfe who has shown unwavering support for our mission since he helped establish the Council in 1993.
For 29 years, Columbia World Affairs Council has showcased 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 Mr. Wolfe and support the future of our state’s global vision and international visibility!
“I don’t know anyone who has had more of an impact on international economic development in South Carolina over the last 40 years,” said Bobby Hitt, former South Carolina Secretary of Commerce.
Over those years, Mr. Wolfe, a partner and co-chair of the Economic Development Practice Group at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP and founding board member of the Columbia World Affairs Council, created and amended tax and incentive laws positioning South Carolina to consistently be one of the leading states for capital investment in the Nation. His dedication has resulted in billions of dollars in investments and created tens of thousands of jobs for our state economy while attracting companies from Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, The Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom—including BMW, Roche, and Toray
There would not be a Columbia World Affairs Council without George Wolfe. We are excited to celebrate Mr. Wolfe who has shown unwavering support for our mission since he helped establish the Council in 1993.
For 29 years, Columbia World Affairs Council has showcased 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 Mr. Wolfe and support the future of our state’s global vision and international visibility!
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2022 Global Vision Award Gala Sponsorship Levels and Benefits
All sponsorship levels include one year of Corporate Membership with accompanying benefits.
All sponsorship levels include one year of Corporate Membership with accompanying benefits.
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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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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.
For more information call 803.252.2197 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.
For more information call 803.252.2197 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.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2021 Global Vison SPONSORS!
DIAMOND
City of Columbia
Nelson Mullins
Fred Monk & Virginia Bedford
SILVER
FN America
Nexsen Pruet
BRONZE
Claflin University
Continental
Duke Energy
Marriott Columbia
Ogletree Deakins Law Firm
Parker Poe
Richland County Economic Development
Sam & Mary Drew
Samuel C. and Mary E. Baskin Waters Foundation Fund of Central Carolina Community Foundation
South Carolina Research Authority
Transcon Trading
UofSC Folks Center for International Business, Darla Moore School of Business
UofSC Walker Institute for International & Area Studies
City of Columbia
Nelson Mullins
Fred Monk & Virginia Bedford
SILVER
FN America
Nexsen Pruet
BRONZE
Claflin University
Continental
Duke Energy
Marriott Columbia
Ogletree Deakins Law Firm
Parker Poe
Richland County Economic Development
Sam & Mary Drew
Samuel C. and Mary E. Baskin Waters Foundation Fund of Central Carolina Community Foundation
South Carolina Research Authority
Transcon Trading
UofSC Folks Center for International Business, Darla Moore School of Business
UofSC Walker Institute for International & Area Studies
Photos from the 2019 Global Vision Award Gala honoring Claflin University President Dr. Henry N. Tisdale
PAST GLOBAL VISION AWARD HONOREES
2019
Dr. Henry N. Tisdale 2018 Senator Hugh K. Leatherman, Sr. [See photos HERE!] 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. |