115th Annual Gala

The 115^th Annual Gala promises to be one that partners will be talking about all year! Celebrate the many achievements of the past year and preview our exciting agenda for 2018 as we recognize the Ambassador of the Year, UofSC Women's Basketball Head Coach Dawn Staley.

Platinum Table ($4,000 - 9 available): Table for 8, access for 2 to the VIP Reception, company name in program and event signage, and wine chilled on table. Prominent table placement.

Gold Table ($2,000 - 2 available): Table for 8, company name in program and event signage, and wine chilled on table. Prominent table placement.

Silver Table ($1,500 - 8 available): Table for 8 and company name in program and event signage.

Bronze Sponsor $750: Tickets for 4 guests and company name listed in program and event signage.

Supporter $500: Tickets for 2 guests and company name listed in program and event signage.

2017 Honorees: 
Ambassador of the Year, Sponsored by Colonial Life
Dawn Staley, University of South Carolina Women's Basketball Head Coach

Young Professional of the Year, Sponsored by BB&T
John Griggs, NBSC

Public Servant of the Year, Sponsored by Colliers International
Bobby Hitt, South Carolina Secretary of Commerce

Military Advocate of the Year, Sponsored by AQuate II
Kevin Shwedo, South Carolina Deptartment of Motor Vehicles

Diplomat of the Year, Sponsored by Willoughby & Hoefer
Phyllis Wood, Palmetto SolarPros

View Pictures from the 2016 Gala.

Cancelation Policy 
The Columbia Chamber must maintain a cancelation policy for events in order to properly plan for catering, venue expenses and marketing efforts. Unless stated otherwise, Chamber reservations must be canceled 5 days prior to the event to be eligible for a refund, less a 50% processing fee. No refunds will be issued after the event. No-shows will be charged in full. Substitutions are welcome at any time. The Columbia Chamber works hard to ensure that every partner dollar is spent responsibly.