BILL GATESDARLA MOORE SCHOOL OF BUSINESSUNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINATECHNOLOGY PRESS CONFERENCECOLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINASEPTEMBER 8, 2011

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Table of Contents

Executive Summary …………………………………………………………….… 3

Timeline……………………………………………………………………............. 4

Columbia, SC ………………………………………………………………………7

USC Darla Moore School of Business ……………………………………………. 8

Preview Trip Details …………………………………………………………........ 9

September Trip Details ……………………….…………………………...……… 13

September Timeline ……………………………………………........……….…… 25

September 7 Dinner Details……………………………………………..………….27

McCutchen House Details……………………………………….………………… 37

Press Conference Timeline………………………………………………................ 38

Press Conference Set Up Details……………………………………………..……. 40

Budget ……………………………………………………………………….…… 48

In Case of Emergency ……………………………………………………..……….49

Contact List ………………………………………………………………………...51

Plans created by Ashley Bennett, McCown Bridges and Stephanie Harrison Dr. Collins • J566 PR Management • June 2011

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Executive Summary

Microsoft Corporation will be donating advanced-technology software to the USC Darla Moore School of Business and incorporating an Executive in Residence program. To announce this partnership, Bill Gates will be speaking at a press conference in McCutchen House, on the University’s campus, on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 10:30 a.m.

Microsoft decided to donate the technology to the Moore School of Business after carefully considering many of the top-rated business schools in the country. The partnership between Microsoft and the School of Business will increase Microsoft’s presence in the education world, as well as strengthen the University’s business program, which is already internationally recognized.

The following pages contain the plans for travel, accommodations and details of the press conference.

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Timeline

Based on decision for Bill Gates to become Executive in Residence at the University of South Carolina and Microsoft’s decision to donate new business software to the USC Darla Moore

School of Business, one tactic we are going to employ is a press conference. Now, we have the timeline for planning and executing the press conference.

June 12, 2011: Meeting to begin planning press conference.

June 16, 2011: (Bridges) Contact USC Darla Moore School of Business and inform them that we are planning a press conference and would like it to be on Thursday, September 8, 2011.Staff planning meeting.

June 20, 2011: (Bridges) Have appropriate executive officer contact Luanne Lawrence, VP of Communication, and Bud Ferillo, Interim Director Strategic and Presidential Communications, at University of South Carolina and seek suggestions for date, time and location of press conference.

June 30, 2011:After researching, decide on location for press conference.

July 5, 2011:(Harrison) Book McCutchen House and request set up of chairs, lectern and microphone. See page 36.

July 6, 2011:(Harrison) Book sound set-up and request mult box, speakers and back-up microphone. See page 39.(Harrison) Contact catering. See page 46.Staff planning meeting

July 10, 2011:(Bennett) Book September flights. See page 13.(Bennett) Book September hotel. See page 16.

July 17, 2011:(Bennett) Book September rental car. See page 15.(Bennett) Book September car service (Cadillac Escalade). See page 14.(Bennett) Book security. See page 44.Staff planning meeting.

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July 25, 2011:(Bennett) Book preview trip flights. See page 9.(Bennett) Book preview trip hotel. See page 10.(Bennett) Book preview trip rental cars. See page 9.(Bennett) Research Columbia, South Carolina. See page 7.Staff planning meeting.

July 30, 2011:(Harrison) Make reservations at a restaurant for September 7. See page 26.(Harrison) Have VP of Corporate Affairs invite dinner guests to attend dinner with Mr. Gates on September 7. See page 31.(Harrison) Call Paul Bass at Eagle Aviation of CAE Airport regarding Mr. Gates’ private jet. See page 13.(Harrison) Contact USC Media Relations and discuss media.

August 2, 2011:Staff planning meeting

August 10, 2011:Staff planning meeting

August 19, 2011:(Bridges) Send out media release.(Bridges) Invite media to attend press conference. See page 42.(Harrison) Research locations in Columbia: find nearest hospital, pharmacy, grocery, dry cleaners, dentist and urgent care. See page 48.(Harrison) Research make-up artists in Columbia, SC. Make initials calls. See page 50.Staff planning meeting.

August 22, 2011:(Harrison) Find diagram of McCutchen House. See page 36.(Harrison) Create media press kit.(Harrison) Book make-up artist for Mr. Gates; send contract. See Contact List (page 50) for details.(Bridges) Write Teegan’s introduction and Mr. Gates’ speech.

September 1, 2011:(Bridges) Send out second media release.(Harrison) Remind McCutchen House of press conference and discuss progress.(Harrison) Alert Hilton Hotel to Mr. Gates’ preferences and ask them to have certain drinks and mixers in his suite.Staff planning meeting.

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September 5, 2011:(Bridges) Confirm flight reservations.(Bridges) Touch base with Dean Hildy Teegan.(Bridges) Touch base with McCutchen House.(Harrison) Touch base with sound people.(Harrison) Touch base with catering.(Harrison) Touch base with make-up artist.(Harrison) Touch base with all September 7 dinner guests.(Bennett) Touch base with limousine company.(Bennett) Touch base with security.(Bennett) Touch base with Hilton Hotel and remind them about drinks in Mr. Gates’ room.Send out third media release.Staff planning meeting.

September 14, 2011:Staff meeting to evaluate the trip and discuss ways to improve for future press conferences. Use content analysis of local media to determine how event went.

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Columbia, South Carolina

Columbia is the state capital and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina. The population was 129,272 according to the 2010 census. Columbia is the county seat of Richland County, but a portion of the city extends into neighboring Lexington County. The city is the center of a metropolitan statistical area of 767,598, the largest within the state. The city's name comes from a poetic synonym for America, derived from the name of Christopher Columbus.

Located 13 miles (21 km) northwest of South Carolina's geographic center, Columbia is the primary city of the Midlands region of South Carolina, which comprises several counties in the central portion of the state. The city lies at the confluence of two rivers, the Saluda and the Broad, which merge at Columbia to form the Congaree River. CNNMoney.com named Columbia as one of America's 25 best places to retire, and US News & World Report ranked the city sixth on its 2009 America's Best Affordable Places to Retire list.

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USC Darla Moore School of Business

The Moore School is perhaps best known for its outstanding leadership in international business education and research. For the past thirteen years, the school's undergraduate major in international business has been ranked No. 1 in that specialty, and its International Master of Business Administration program has been ranked No. 1 or No. 2 for 20 consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. In 2009, the Financial Times of London ranked the school's MBA programs at No. 38 among U.S. universities—ahead of institutions such as Ohio State University, Wake Forest University, and the University of Notre Dame.

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Ashley Bennett and Stephanie HarrisonPreview Trip

August 24 – 26, 2011

Bennett and Harrison traveled to Columbia, SC to conduct a preview trip to review logistics, investigate venues and vendors, and update emergency plans based on the information they gather during their trip. This trip will allow the team to be thoroughly prepared for Gate’s trip to Columbia, SC. Delta Airlines is the airline of choice as Microsoft has a corporate account with Delta. Hertz Rental was the rental car of choice as Microsoft also has a corporate account with Hertz.

Flights:

Delta AirlinesTwo ticketsEconomy

Wednesday, August 24, 2011Depart SEA at 1 p.m. PDTArrive CAE at 11:26 p.m. EDT

Friday, August 26, 2011Depart CAE at 11:15 a.m. EDTArrive SEA at 5:19 p.m. PDT

Total cost: $681.60

Rental Cars:

HertzTwo standard-size carsAdd GPS

Pick up two cars at CAE Airport on Wednesday, August 24 at 11:30 p.m.Drop off two cars at CAE Airport on Friday, August 26 at 9:30 a.m.

Total cost: $384.08

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Hilton Hotel924 Senate Street

Columbia, SC 29201(803) 744-7800

Ashley Bennett and Stephanie Harrison will stay at the Hilton Hotel on Senate Street during their visit from August 24-26, 2011 to preview the hotel before Gates’ arrival. Each will have a King bed and the total cost for two nights is $671.32. Parking is free.

Nearby Attractions:

M Vista, Asian Fusion Restaurant, 701 Lady St., Columbia, SC 29201(803) 255-8878

Gervais and Vine, Mediterranean Wine and Tapas Restaurant, 620-A Gervais St., Columbia, SC 29201(803) 799-8463Open Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. – until

The Blue Martini, Tapas and Martini Bar, 808 Lady St., Columbia, SC 29201(803) 256-2442Open Thursdays, 8 p.m. – 2 a.m.Live music

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Ashley Bennett’s Itinerary

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

11:26 p.m. Arrive at CAE Airport, pick up rental car, drive to hotel

Thursday, August 25, 2011

8 a.m. Breakfast in Hilton Hotel9 a.m. Visits presidential suite in Hilton Hotel with hotel representative where Mr. Gates

will be staying 10:30 a.m. Locates and drives to all in case of emergency locations: CVS (900 Assembly St.); seven minutes driving time from Hilton Hotel Publix (501 Gervais St.); three minutes driving time from Hilton Hotel

Royal Cleaners (1100 Washington St.); three minutes driving time from Hilton Hotel Doctors Urgent Care (977 Knox Abbott Dr.); about five minutes driving time from Hilton Hotel The Dental Team Teeth Whitening and Dental Implants (701 Gervais St.); about three minutes driving time from Hilton Hotel

Palmetto Health Baptist Hospital (1330 Taylor St.); eight minutes driving time from Hilton Hotel1 p.m. Meet with Media Relations representatives of University in Media Relations Office, 1600 Hampton St. Discuss Tim Koch, Faculty expert for Moore School of Business, (803) 777-6748

Peggy Binette, Media Relations specialist covering Business, (803) 777-54003 p.m. Drive from Hilton Hotel to Solstice Kitchen, 841-A Sparkleberry Ln. and clock how long it takes to drive; 21 minutes driving time. View private dining area and review the dinner menu, as well as wine list. Confirm that Mr. Gates’ favorite wine is on the wine list and will be available for his visit. 4:45 p.m. Back at Hilton Hotel; shower; rest; explore dinner options given in “Nearby Attractions”

Friday, August 26, 2011

8 a.m. Breakfast in Hilton Hotel9 a.m. Check out of Hilton Hotel and drive to CAE Airport9:30 a.m. Return rental car and check in for flight11:15 a.m. Flight leaves CAE5:19 p.m. Arrive in SEA

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Stephanie Harrison’s Itinerary

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

11:26 p.m. Arrive at CAE Airport, pick up rental car, drive to hotel

Thursday, August 25, 2011

8 a.m. Breakfast in Hilton Hotel9:30 a.m. Drive to site of press conference, McCutchen House, 902 Sumter St. and explore the venue. Look at rooms, especially Williams Room10:15 a.m. Meet with sound people from University Services in the Williams Room; Mike Wingate (803) 777-3432; run through set-up of room; discuss what equipment is needed. Request microphone, speakers and mult box1 p.m. Drive to AP Professional Security Officer Service, 1400 Laurel St. Suite 4A. Meet with Michael McNamara, Head of Security.3 p.m. Drive to CAE Airport. Clock the travel time from airport to Hilton Hotel at the same time as Gates will be arriving (around 3:30 p.m.); 13-16 minutes driving time. Talk to airport personnel about Mr. Gates’ private plane arriving and where the driver can pick him up. 4 p.m. Drive to Moore School of Business, 705 College St. and meet with Dean Hildy Teegan and Dr. Martin Roth in lobby. Meet in Dean Teegan’s office. Discuss their opinions on Microsoft’s contributions. Remind them of dinner plans for Wednesday, September 7 at Solstice Kitchen.5:30 p.m. Back at Hilton Hotel; shower; rest; explore dinner options given in “Nearby Attractions”

Friday, August 26, 2011

8 a.m. Breakfast in Hilton Hotel9 a.m. Check out from Hilton Hotel and drive to CAE Airport9:30 a.m. Return rental car and check in for flight11:15 a.m. Flight leaves CAE5:19 p.m. Arrive in SEA

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September Trip DetailsAir Travel

Ashley Bennett and Stephanie Harrison:

Ms. Bennett will be in charge of remembering to bring the Microsoft emblem for the press conference.

Delta Airlines, the airline of choice as Microsoft holds their corporate account with Delta.Two tickets; Economy

Tuesday, September 6, 2011Depart SEA at 5:15 a.m. PDTArrive CAE at 4:15 p.m. EDT

Thursday, September 8, 2011Depart CAE at 6:14 p.m. EDTArrive CAE at 11:45 p.m. PDT

Total travel costs:$1,155.00

Bennett and Harrison spend Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning going to the location of the press conference and double-checking all accommodations and reservations.

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Bill Gates and McCown Bridges:

Bridges will be flying with Gates on private flight in order to debrief and remind him of key points during the flight for the upcoming press conference on Thursday. Bridges will also be able

to assist Gates with any last minute requests or questions regarding the trip.

Wednesday, September 7, 2011Depart SEA at 8:30 a.m. PDTArrive CAE at 3:30 p.m. EDT

Friday, September 9, 2011Depart CAE at 3:15 p.m. EDT Total travel costs:Arrive CAE at 8:30 p.m. PDT $5,000

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Limo Transportation:

Unique Limo was chosen as the limo transportation vendor because they are the closest transportation company that will be able to supply a gray Escalade with a full time driver for the

trip. Unique Limo also provides exceptional service to their V.I.P. clients.

1 Gray EscaladeUnique Limo- Atlanta, GAContact Craig Jones, Manager866-236-5629

http://www.uniquelimousineserviceinc.com/1639322.html

James Laye (Mr. Gates’ driver)404-772-8099

Matthew Bib (Backup driver)404-558-9092

Rate per Day includes 24 hour access to the driver and Escalade as well as travel costs from Atlanta, GA to Columbia, SC.

Rate per Day (USD) 800.00

Total For 1 Escalades and Drivers

9/7/2011 $800

9/8/2011 $800

9/9/2011 $800

Total cost: $2,400.00

SUV Rental:

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Hertz Rental Car was chosen for the rental car because Microsoft has a corporate account with them and they were able to provide the SUV requested.

Pick up from CAE Airport by Ashley Bennett at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 7, 2011. 

Return to CAE Airport at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 8, 2011.

Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD  Unlimited Free Miles Included 

Three days total cost: $201.68 + fees and GPSTotal cost: $233.85

Secondary Limo Transportation:

Platinum Limousine & Sedan Service was chosen as a back-up limo transportation, in case they are needed in the event that our primary transportation doesn’t work as planned. Platinum

Limousine & Sedan Service is widely respected across the Midlands area of South Carolina.

Platinum Limousine & Sedan Service- Sumter, SCContact Rebecca Smith, manager 888-526-9190

George Tyson (Back-up Driver)803-469-4944

http://www.platinumlimousine.net/

Hotel Accommodations

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The Hilton Columbia Center was chosen as the hotel venue for this trip because of its convenient location to the press conference site. The Hilton Columbia Center was also chosen because they

are the only hotel in the Columbia area that has a Presidential Suite. The presidential suite is necessary for a V.I.P., such as Bill Gates.

Ashley Bennett, McCown Bridges, Stephanie Harrison (plus speaker from Greenville, SC)

Hotel Reservations, September 6, 2011:

Hilton Columbia Center924 Senate StreetColumbia, South Carolina 29201803-744-7800

Check-in:Check-out:Rooms:Guests per Room:

Tues 07 Sep 2011Thu 08 Sep 20112 Rooms Tues; 4 Wed-Thurs1 Adult

Room Type Preferences:

Non-Smoking

Room Description:

1 KING BED JUNIOR SUITE

Rate Type:

BEST AVAILABLE RATE Rate per Night: $ 229.00

Total For Stay Per Room

Rate (USD) 229.00

Taxes 25.19

Total 254.19

Total For Stay All Rooms

$1016.76

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Mr. Gates’ reservation is in the Presidential Suite from September 7 to September 10, 2011 at Hilton Columbia Center:

Check-in:Check-out:Rooms:Guests per Room:

Wed 07 Sep 2011Sat 10 Sep 20111 Rooms 1 Adult

Room Type Preferences:

Non-Smoking

Room Description:

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

Rate Type:

BEST AVAILABLE RATE Rate per Night: $ 650.00

Total For Stay Per Room

Rate 650.00

Taxes 15.96

Total 665.96

Total For Stay All Rooms

$1997.88

The unit has two bedrooms connected to the Presidential parlor.  The bedrooms consist of one room with a king sized bed w/ a whirlpool tub and stand up shower in the bathroom and a room with two queen sized beds in the other.  The Presidential parlor has an entertaining area that includes a wet bar, flat screen TV, and sitting area.  The parlor also has a reading area w/ an addition TV, dining table for eight, and full bathroom.  The total square feet for the Presidential suite is just over 1400 sq. ft.

Secondary Hotel Accommodations

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Secondary hotel reservations were made at The Inn at USC, a historically recognized hotel right in the midst of USC. These reservations were made as a cautionary measure in case of

circumstances that are out of our control at our primary choice of hotel.

Ashley Bennett, McCown Bridges, Stephanie Harrison (plus speaker from Greenville, SC):

Hotel Reservations, September 7, 2011:

The Inn at USC 1619 Pendleton StreetColumbia, South Carolina 29201 Email: gm@innatusc.com

Arrival: Wednesday, September 7, 2011Number of rooms:

4

Departure:

Thursday, September 8, 2011 Nights: 1

Room Adults Children Room category

Total(excl. taxes)

4 4 0King Balcony SuiteUSC - VISITORS

$179.00 each

Total (excl. taxes) $716.00

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Mr. Gates’ reservation from 9/7/2011 to 9/10/2011:

Arrival: Wednesday September 7, 2011 Number of rooms: 1

Departure:

Saturday September 10, 2011 Nights: 3

Room Adults Children Room category

Total(excl. taxes)

1 1 0Mary Murray Tompkins SteUSC- VISITORS

$ 807.30

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Bill Gates’ Preferences

The list of Bill Gates’ preferences and requests were obtained by his personal secretary prior to the trip. The following items will be available in Mr. Gates’ suite at the Hilton Hotel. McCown Bridges has confirmed that the hotel will provide the liquor and mixers, and Stephanie Harrison will visit the Publix on Gervais Street to purchase food items upon her arrival on September 7.

Bottle of Grey GooseBottle of Maker’s Mark ReservedBottle of Piper Heisig ChampagneThree 2 liters of CokeCarton of Simply Orange12 bottles of Fiji waterFruit punch GatoradeFresh Fruit- bananas, kiwi, strawberries, applesNature’s Valley Chewy Granola BarsWall Street Journal daily deliveryForbes Business magazineFresh tulips

Total cost: $ 600

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Directions Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Columbia Center Hotel

Columbia Metropolitan Airport3000 Aviation Way, West Columbia, SC 29170-2191 - (803) 822-5000

1. Head west on Aviation Way

go 0.2 mitotal 0.2 mi

2. Take the 1st left to stay on Aviation Way

go 0.2 mitotal 0.4 mi

3. Turn left onto Air Commerce Dr

go 0.2 mitotal 0.5 mi

4. Take the 1st right to stay on Air Commerce Dr

go 325 fttotal 0.6 mi

5. Turn right onto S Carolina 602/Platt Springs RdContinue to follow S Carolina 602About 7 mins

go 4.2 mitotal 4.8 mi

6. Turn left onto Charleston Hwy1 min.

go 0.2 mitotal 5.0 mi

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7. Slight left onto 12th St

go 390 fttotal 5.1 mi

8. Take the 2nd right onto US-1 N/Meeting StContinue to follow US-1 NAbout 5 mins

go 2.2 mitotal 7.2 mi

9. Turn right onto Lincoln St

go 0.1 mitotal 7.3 mi

10. Take the 1st left onto Senate StDestination will be on the right

go 358 fttotal 7.4 mi

Hilton Columbia Center Hotel Columbia SC924 Senate Street, Columbia, SC 29201 - (803) 744-7800

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DirectionsHilton Columbia Center Hotel to McCutchen House

Hilton Columbia Center Hotel Columbia SC924 Senate Street, Columbia, SC 29201 - (803) 744-78001. Head

east on Senate St toward Park St

go 0.1 mitotal 0.1 mi

2. Turn left onto Assembly St

go 0.1 mitotal 0.2 mi

3. Take the 1st right onto Gervais StAbout 1 min

go 0.2 mitotal 0.4 mi

4. Take the 1st right onto N Sumter StDestination will be on the leftAbout 1 min

go 0.3 mitotal 0.7 mi

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Timeline

Wednesday, September 8, 2011

8:30 AM PDT Bill Gates and Bridges board corporate jet at SEA.10:20 AM EDT Harrison: Contact Unique Limo and remind them of arrival time for

the escalade at CAE.2:00 PM EDT Harrison: Contact McCutchen House to confirm delivery of Standard

Press Conference Package from Meeting Tomorrow.2:45 PM EDT Harrison: Contact Unique Limo to confirm arrival of escalade at the

Moore School of Business, 705 College St. to pick up Dean Hildy Teegan.

Should be headed towards CAE by 2:50 PM EDT.3:10 PM EDT Harrison: Contact Unique Limo to confirm arrival of Dean Hildy Teegan

at CAE.3:30 PM EDT Approximate arrival of Bill Gates and Bridges at CAE. Gates introduced to Dean Hildy Teegan. Rental car picked up. Luggage is packed into Escalade and rental car. Gates, Teegan and Bridges get into escalade, with Bridges sitting in the front with driver. 3:45 PM EDT Escalade leaves for The Hilton Columbia Center.4:05 PM EDT Approximate arrival to The Hilton Columbia Center.4:10 PM EDT Check in and take luggage to rooms. 6:30 PM EDT Driver picks up Gates and Bridges and drives to Solstice Kitchen. Bridges rides back to hotel.9:45 PM EDT Driver and Bridges pick up Gates and bring back to hotel. Dinner guest William Timmerman follows Gates back to hotel and they talk in Gates’ suite about business until Timmerman leaves.

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Directions Hilton Hotel to Solstice Kitchen

Guests will meet Mr. Gates at Solstice Kitchen.

Driver will pick up Mr. Bill Gates from Hilton Hotel at 7:30 p.m.

Beginning address: Ending address:Hilton Hotel Solstice Kitchen924 Senate Street 841-4 Sparkleberry LaneColumbia, SC 29201 Columbia, SC 29229

1. Start out going EAST on SENATE ST toward PARK ST. 0.2 mi

2. Turn LEFT onto ASSEMBLY ST / SC-48 N.ASSEMBLY ST is 0.1 miles past PARK ST

1.2 mi

3. Turn RIGHT onto ELMWOOD AVE / US-176 /US-21 / US-321 / US-76. Continue to followELMWOOD AVE / US-76.ELMWOOD AVE is 0.1 miles past CALHOUN ST

1.6 mi

4. Turn LEFT onto BULL ST / SC-277 N. Continue to follow SC-277 N.SC-277 N is just past WALLACE ST

7.2 mi

5. Merge onto I-20 E toward FLORENCE. 14.4 mi

6. Take the CLEMSON RD exit, EXIT 80. 14.6 mi

7. Turn LEFT onto CLEMSON RD.If you reach I-20 E you've gone about 0.3 miles too far

15.0 mi

8. Turn LEFT onto SPARKLEBERRY LN.SPARKLEBERRY LN is 0.1 miles pastWILDEWOOD CENTRE DR

15.2 mi

9. 841-4 SPARKLEBERRY LANE.If you reach SPARKLEBERRY XING you've gone a little too far

15.2 mi

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Solstice Kitchen

Solstice Kitchen was chosen as the premier restaurant for dinner due to their private dining room

option as well as their New American cuisine and exceptional service.

Wednesday, 8 p.m.Private Room booked with Jenna White, (803) 788-6966

841-4 Sparkleberry LaneColumbia, SC 29229

www.solsticekitchen.com

The University has chosen the dinner attendees:

Bill Gates Darla MooreHildy TeegenMartin Roth

Kent SatterfieldWilliam Timmerman

(Biographies follow)

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Dinner Menu

To enjoy a three-course dinner beginning at $25, choose one item from each sectionThree-course prices and add-on prices are listed to the right of each selection

Three-course dinners are offered Monday-Thursday nightsTHREE COURSES DINNERS may not be split

Wine recommendations from the Sommelier

section one, salad, soup, small plates a la carte / three-course

Soup of the Day always different, tasty topping too      cup 3.5  bowl 6Romaine Wedge applewood bacon, blue cheese, grape tomato,

cucumber, Wil-Moore egg, buttermilk ranch  6.5Mixed Green Salad local strawberry, blue cheese, carrot,

candied pecan, local herb-balsamic vinaigrette  6.5Spinach Salad local strawberry, blue cheese, carrot,candied pecan, local herb-balsamic vinaigrette  6.5

Solstice Caesar grape tomato, olive oil croutons, parmesan, onion,anchovy-lemon dressing   6.5

Fried Yellow Grits asparagus, tomato-leek confit, roasted red pepper coulis, goat cheese, local herb-balsamic vinaigrette   8.5

Salmon Bagels smoked & cured, pickled asparagus relish,Wil-Moore egg, horseradish–pepper cream, mini bagels 9.5Short Rib Springrolls smoked chile braised beef short rib,pepper jack cheese, pineapple salsa, mango chutney    9.5

Cornmeal Fried Green Tomatoes white cheddar pimento cheese,candied bacon, petit mixed green salad      9

Crispy Fried Calamari roasted red pepper coulis,grilled zucchini-artichoke “salad”, meyer lemon aioli     11                                        

( add $1.5 for three course)Fried Select Oysters classic cocktail sauce, dill pickle tartar sauce      12       

( add $2 for three course)RARE Tuna coriander seared rare-only Yellowfin Tuna, ponzu-ginger syrup, pineapple salsa,

wasabi, wontons  14   ( add $4 for three course)

Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras black pepper-strawberry jam,Bell honey, candied bacon-pecan brittle  18  

( add $8 for three course)

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Four Cheese Plate black pepper-strawberry jam, bell honey, crackers   14   ( add $4 for three course)

Beemster Aged Gouda, Holland  Roaring 40’s Blue, TasmaniaSoignon Brie, France  Split Creek Farms Goat, Anderson SC

section two, entrees

Almond Crusted Tilapia farm raised Tilapia, mango chutney,fried yellow grit cake, sautéed asparagus  17 / 25

EVOO Seared Wild Salmon grilled zucchini-artichoke “salad”,roasted red pepper coulis,  19 / 27

creamy yellow grits, sautéed spinachSkillet Seared Sea Scallops artichoke-caper & preserved lemon risotto,

wilted spinach, tomato-leek confit, parmesan gremolata  24 / 32Housemade Teriyaki Grilled Pork Tenderloin pineapple salsa,

wasabi mashed potatoes, ginger veggie stir-fry    17 / 255 Hour Braised Beef Short Ribs red wine, herbs, foie gras butter,

rosemary jus, portobello fries, horseradish-pepper cream,buttermilk mashed potatoes  23 / 31

Buttermilk Fried Chicken tasso ham gravy, smoked gouda–bacon mac & cheese, sautéed green beans    16 / 25

Two Quail buttermilk fried Manchester Farms Quail, tasso ham gravy, brown sugar candied bacon, buttermilk mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans  22 / 29Flat Iron Steak & Frites solstice grilled Angus Flat Iron Steak,

port reduction, foie gras butter, shoestring fries, roasted tomato ketchup,sautéed spinach  20 / 28

sides to share our famous skillet-baked smoked gouda & bacon mac n cheese 6portobello fries w/ horseradish-black pepper cream 5

section three, desserts 

Caramel-Pecan Fudgecake strawberry, raspberry sauce        7Sorbet Float blood orange sorbet, blackberry-cabernet sorbet, prosecco    7

Crème Brulee Cheesecake caramel sauce, strawberry              7Pineapple-Passionfruit Springrolls vanilla ice cream, ginger sugar,

passionfruit syrup  10  *add 3*Chocolate Truffle Trio champagne-milk chocolate,

mocha-dark chocolate,  amaretto-milk chocolate  10  *add 3*

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Banana-kopita caramelized bananas, vanilla mascarpone, phyllo,vanilla ice cream, toasted coconut  9   *add 2*

the original Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding 10  *add 3*

vegetarian offerings are always available. ask your server about today’s selectiona $5 split charge is added to split entrees       20% gratuity may be added to parties of six or more

our corkage fee is $15 per bottle        our bring-your-own-dessert fee is $2 per person.

SOLSTICE Owner & Executive Chef – Ricky MollohanGeneral Manager - Jason Riddle     Private Dining Manager – Geni Theriot

Chefs – Blythe Kelly, Doug Tudanger, Rhett Clark, Alan Boyle,Erin McConnell, Reyna “Grandma” FloresBartenders – Lisa Stone, Amanda Nichols

Waitstaff – Devin Sturdevant, Jon Mollohan, Katie Birsic, Emmely Standley,Alan Schultz, Chris Creel, Liz Grice, Shige Kobayashi, Ginny Maki,

Luke Smith, Diana KingsburyMascot – JJ Mollohan

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Tonight’s Specials – June 1st

section one, small bites, startersSeafood Bouillabaise

salmon, mahi, grouper, saffron-tomato broth, carrots, potatoes,tarragon rouille, olive oil grilled baguette   3.5 / 6Gorgonzola-Honey Roasted S.C. Peach Salad

mixed greens, Cowasee Farms diva cucumbers, candied pecans,roasted tomato-horseradish vinaigrette, shaved vidalias  7.5

Herb Peppered Angus Sirloin Carpaccio fried grit cake, parmesan, black pepper, evoo, balsamic reduction,

City Roots sprouts  10   (add $1 for three course)

section two, entreesRed Curry-Lime Pesto Roasted King Salmon

miso butter, grilled green onions, soba noodles, edamame,marcona almonds, snow peas   21   (add $2 for three course)

Lemon-Garlic Grilled S.C. WahooMediterranean olive-diva cucumber “salad”, marinated Bulgarian feta,

buttermilk mashed potatoes, dill buttered patty pan squash  22(add $3 for three course)

Solstice Grilled 14 oz. Angus Ribeye rosemary-orange steak sauce, caramelized vidalia onions,

roasted Cowasee Farms yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach  26(add $7 for three course)

Three Peppercorn Seared Duck Breastblack cherry compote, candied bacon-peanut gremolata,balsamic-cherry reduction, buttermilk mashed potatoes,

sautéed green beans  21   (add $3 for three course)

section three, dessertsStrawberry Swirl Cheesecake strawberry, whipped cream  7

Pineapple-Passionfruit Springrolls whipped cream,ginger sugar, vanilla ice cream  9  (add $2 for three-course)

Meyer Lemon Custard-Local Raspberry Tartwhipped cream, raspberry sauce  9 (add $2 for three-course)

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Darla Moore, Vice President of Rainwater, Inc., is founder and chair of the Palmetto Institute, a nonprofit think tank aimed at bolstering per capita income in South Carolina. She serves on the boards of the University of South Carolina and New York University Medical School and Hospital. The University of South Carolina's business school is named in her honor, and she is the first woman profiled on the cover ofFortune magazine and named to the list of the "Top 50 Most Powerful Women in American Business". 

Darla Moore has served on numerous corporate boards, including Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) and Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia. She currently serves on the boards of The South Financial Group, MPS Group, and the National Advisory Board of JP Morgan, and was formerly a managing director of its predecessor, Chemical Bank. She received the "Business Person of the Year Award" from the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and has been inducted into the South Carolina Business Hall of Fame. A graduate of the University of South Carolina, Moore holds an M.B.A. from The George Washington University.

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Hildy Teegen is Dean of the Darla Moore School of Business. Prior to coming to the University of South Carolina in September 2007, she was director of the George Washington University’s Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) in Washington, D.C. Dr. Teegen also held a joint appointment at GW as Professor of International Business at the School of Business and Professor of International Affairs at the Elliott School. As director of CIBER at the George Washington University, Dr. Teegen focused on brokering relationships and forging links—with the greater university, with students, with alumni, and with other "outside constituents" such as the government and the private sector.

Her global background and interests make her a natural fit for the Moore School, which is known worldwide for its undergraduate and graduate international business programs. Dr. Teegen earned bachelor's degrees in Latin American Studies and International Business and Finance from the University of Texas at Austin in 1987. In 1993, she received her Ph.D. in International Business (with a sub-specialty in Marketing Strategy and Economic Development), also from the University of Texas at Austin.

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Dr. Martin S. Roth is Chief Innovation and Assessment Officer, and Professor in the Sonoco International Business Department. Previously he served as Executive Director of the International MBA Program.

His areas of expertise include global corporate and marketing strategy. He teaches global marketing management, foreign market entry and growth, and strategy courses in USC’s top-ranked international graduate and undergraduate programs.

In 2004, Roth was awarded the Alfred G. Smith, Jr. Award as business school's outstanding teacher, and an Excellence in Teaching Award from the University of South Carolina Alpha Chapter of the Mortar Board. Prior to joining the Darla Moore School of Business, he held faculty positions in the Caroll School of Management at Boston College.

He has also taught at the Katz Graduate School of Business (University of Pittsburgh), the Arthur D. Little School of Management (Boston), and at universities in Austria, France, and Hong Kong. Roth has led executive education programs on global strategy, scenario planning, marketing strategy, customer service, market research, and program evaluation, including custom programs for companies such as BMW, Enodis, Hillenbrand, Metso, Milliken, Nissan, Verizon, and Xerox.

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Kent Satterfield (BS ’77, MACC ’78) is a 2010 Distinguished Alumni Award winner from the USC Darla Moore School of Business. He is chief operating officer of Dixon Hughes PLLC, a U.S. top 20 accounting firm and the largest accounting firm headquartered in the southern United States. Dixon Hughes employs more than 1,200 professionals located in eight states. 

For over 25 years, Mr. Satterfield has provided strategic and tax-planning services to a cross-section of business and individual clients. In his present position, Mr. Satterfield oversees all regions and offices of the firm, serves on the Executive Committee, and is a member of Dixon Hughes’ five-member Management Committee. Long active in his profession, he is a member of the American Institute of CPAs, a board member of the South Carolina Association of CPAs, and a member of the Greenville Estate Planning Council. In addition to being a CPA, Mr. Satterfield is a certified financial planner and a personal financial specialist. He has authored numerous articles on financial, business, and philanthropic topics.

Mr. Satterfield has a keen interest in helping increase the capacity of philanthropic organizations. He is a current board member of the Community Foundation of Greenville, the North Carolina Outward Bound School, and the Piedmont Healthcare Foundation. He has supported and participated on the boards of United Ministries, Greenville Forward, the Greenville Hospital System Foundation, the Greenville Free Medical Clinic, and the Anchorage. In addition, he is an active supporter of the Greenville Symphony Orchestra and United Way, and is a member and former senior warden of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. He is a graduate of Leadership Greenville and the Furman University Liberal Arts Leadership Program.

Mr. Satterfield is married to Linda Satterfield, and they reside in Greenville, South Carolina. Both are avid distance runners, having completed the JFK 50 Mile Run, and the Berlin, Boston, and New York City marathons, among numerous others.

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William Timmerman has a long history with SCANA that began in 1978. A native of Columbia, South Carolina, Timmerman earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Duke University in 1968 and is a 1990 graduate of the Advanced Management Program at the Harvard Business School. He is an alumnus of Leadership South Carolina. His career includes four years of enlisted service in the United States Navy.

Timmerman was the senior vice president of finance and administration for Carolina Energies, Inc. when the company merged with South Carolina Electric & Gas Company in 1982 and later formed SCANA Corporation in 1984. He then assumed the role of vice president of finance and was later elected chief financial officer, followed by appointments to senior vice president and executive vice president. Elected to the board in 1991, Timmerman became president in 1995 and has been serving as the company’s chairman, president and CEO since March 1997.

Formerly a certified public accountant, Timmerman was previously employed with Arthur Andersen & Company, working with many southeast manufacturing companies and electric and natural gas utilities. Timmerman serves on the board of directors of SCANA Corporation, Palmetto Business Forum, Fuqua School of Duke University, Nuclear Electric Insurance, Ltd., Palmetto Institute Board and Preholdings Inc. His past directorships include the Duke University Board of Visitors and Duke Neighborhood Partnership Board of Advisors, South Carolina Research Authority (chairman), Powertel, Inc., SouthernNet/Telecom USA, Wachovia Bank of South Carolina, Benedict College, South Carolina State Ports Authority and Palmetto Seed Corporation.

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Timeline

Most of the necessary equipment and accessories for the press conference will be setup in the McCutchen House the evening before upon arriving in Columbia, S.C. Members of the public relations team will arrive at 8:00 a.m. to put out the rest of the needed items.  Bill Gates will

arrive at 9:50 a.m. and the press conference will begin at 10:30 a.m. Bridges will be in charge of directing the press conference, while Harrison and Bennett will be responsible for the media. The

entire press conference should conclude at 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

6:00 PM EDT Harrison: Meet Mike Wingate and two of his assistants at the McCutchen House to set up lectern, microphones, sound system, mult-box and tables for the food.

Thursday, September 8, 2011

8:00 AM EDT Breakfast at Hilton Hotel8:30 AM EDT Bennett and Harrison: Leave for McCutchen House with Microsoft Emblem in rental SUV.8:35 AM EDT Bennett and Harrison: Confirm catering and put Microsoft emblem on lectern. Prepare back porch (enclosed) of McCutchen House as the official green room. Put six chairs in the green room, as well as 12 bottles of water (from Carolina Catering).9:00 AM EDT Mike Wingate arrives at McCutchen House.9:40 AM EDT Security team and make-up artist arrive at The Hilton Columbia Center. If either has not arrived by this time, Stephanie Harrison will call them.9:50 AM EDT Gates, Bridges, Community Relations Manager and security team

leave for McCutchen House with driver in Escalade.10:00 AM EDT Gates, Bridges and the Community Relations Manager arrive at McCutchen and are met by the security team. They are led into the back entrance by the security team. Immediately go up the stairs and into the green room to review the official statement and discuss possible questions that may come from the press during the press conference. Make-up artist applies make-up to Gates.

Harrison: Go to the green room at this time.10:15 AM EDT Bennett: Direct media into the press conference room. Also directs cameramen to set up in the front of the press conference room. The specific spot is designated on the diagram of the press conference room.

10:18 AM EDT Dean Hildy Teegan arrives at McCutchen House parking lot. If Dean Teegan has not arrived by this point, Stephanie Harrison will call her.

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10:20 AM EDT Harrison: Direct Dean Hildy Teegan into the green room and briefly discuss with her Gates’ introduction.10:28 AM EDT Bridges: Inform Dean Hildy Teegan that the press conference is about to start.10:30 AM EDT Bridges introduces Dean Hildy Teegan, who enters the press conference

room through the leftmost entrance nearest to the lectern and introduces Gates for 30 seconds to one minute. Harrison and the Community Relations Manager also enter with her.10:31 AM EDT Gates enters the press conference room (guided in by the security team) after the introduction through the leftmost entrance nearest to the lectern. He announces Microsoft’s software gift to the Moore School of Business. No more than three (3) minutes. Bridges enters with him.10:34 AM EDT Bridges: Announces that Gates will now take 5-6 questions from the media. Also responsible for keeping media on topic. Questions from the media should last no more than six (6) minutes. Bennett and Harrison: Take wireless microphones to the media when questions are asked.10:40 AM EDT Bridges: Ends media questions. Gates exits through the first door to his right. He is guided back into the green room by the security team. Bridges announces information about the distribution of the press kits and that food is available for the press.10:45 AM EDT The Community Relations Manager will immediately meet Gates in the green room. They will then be escorted by the security team to the Escalade, where they will leave for the Hilton Hotel. 10:46 AM EDT McCown Bridges thanks the invited media and personnel and they leave.

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Sound System Information

Meeting Tomorrow, a nationwide company was chosen as the sound system support because they were able to provide the high quality technology required for our press conference. They

also were able to collaborate with us for our sound system budget.

Standard Press Conference Package plus Two Wireless Handheld MicrophonesCharlotte, NC: Location closest to ColumbiaContact James Mitchell, manger1-704-288-3415

Standard Press Conference Package includes:

Wood Lectern Lectern Mounted Microphone Sound System Mult-box Delivery and Pickup- Will be delivered and picked up at McCutchen House.

Total: $1250 for one day rental. Will rent from Wednesday, September 7, 2011 2:00 PM EST to Thursday, September 8, 2011 2:00 PM EST.

Two Wireless Handheld Microphones

Total: $170 for both microphones for one day rental. Will rent from Wednesday, September 7, 2011 2:00 PM EDT to Thursday, September 8, 2011 2:00 PM EDT.

Sound System Total: $1,420

Company Biography

Perfect events delivered on-budget and stress-free—we’re in the business of making you look good.

Meeting Tomorrow provides nationwide audio visual services and rentals to enable live and virtual events including corporate meetings, conferences, special events, trade shows and webcasts. Whether you need full-service audio visual for a 5,000 attendee conference or just a simple projector rental—you’re working with the most friendly, professional and knowledgeable team in the business.

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Backup Sound

A back-up sound system company was also chosen in the circumstance that our primary sound system company does not work as planned.

AV Connections- Charleston, SCContact Christine Benson, manager843-529-1449

Branch Office: 4365 Dorchester Rd., Ste. 208 Charleston, SC 29405

Materials Include:

One JBL EON 15 Powered Speaker w/ ultimate stand $65.00

Two Shure Hand Held Mic - Wired $40.00

One Yamaha MG10/2 Mixer $25.00

Will rent from Wednesday, September 7, 2011 2:00 PM EDT to Thursday, September 8, 2011 2:00 PM EDT.

Total: $130

**Note: Lectern not included in backup plans because there is one available in McCutchen House.

Company Biography

Since 1985, Visual Aids Electronics of NC Inc. (VAE) has been providing the best the industry has to offer in A/V rental and staging solutions to businesses throughout the Carolinas and Virginia. In 2002, VAE opened an office in Charleston, SC, operating as AV Connections.

By remaining dedicated to offering the highest level of service and the latest technology, we set ourselves apart from the competition. The result for our clients is a level of service that is unmatched in the industry.

AV Connections is lead by a senior management team with more than 50 years of combined audiovisual experience. It is this depth of expertise that allows us to create innovative solutions for unique A/V needs.

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Media Press Kit

A media press kit was prepared for all members of the media attending and for those members that were not able to attend the press conference. The kit will help provide the background of the

nature of our press conference.

Photo of GatesBiography of GatesBackground of MicrosoftMicrosoft logo University of South Carolina logoBackground of First Executives in Residence ProgramBackground of University of South CarolinaFact sheet

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Media Invited to Press Conference

Media were invited from all major markets within a 90 mile radius of Columbia, S.C. The media list is comprised of print, radio, television and internet based organizations.

Television Columbia: WIS News (803)758-1018 Jack Kuenzie

WLTX News (803) 776-3600 Ashleigh Walters ABC Columbia (803) 754-7525

Monique Williams

Charleston:Live 5 News (843) 402-5555 Alan Campbell WCIV News (843) 881-4444 Natalie CaulaWCBD News (843) 884-2222 Raymond Owens

Greenville/Spartanburg:WSPA News (864) 576-7777 Rich Klindworth

WYFF News (864) 573-6666 Jane RobelotFox Carolina (864) 576-2222 Will Jones

Florence/Myrtle Beach:WMBF News (843) 664-4444 Ashley Johnson

Carolina Live (843) 663-7865 Joel AllenWFXB News (843) 676-9289 Greg Rowles

Charlotte:News 14 (704) 358-7865 Becky BereiterWSOC News (704) 358-2245 Ken LemonWCNC News (704) 342-7692 Amy CowmanWBTV News (704) 358-2345 Jeff AtkinsonFox Charlotte (704) 358-8657 Marvin BeachWBT News (704) 356-2278 Dianne Chase

USC Student Media (803) 777-6578 Sarah Travis

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Radio Columbia:560 WVOC (AM) (803) 223-2342 Bill Douglas1320 WIS (AM) – News, talk, sports (803) 235-4321 Doug Enlow90.5 (FM) – USC Student (803) 223-2532 Wayne Farrow

Newspaper The State (803) 758-3232 Jeff WilkinsonFree Times, Columbia Weekly (803) 758-2342 Keisha BrownLexington Chronicle, Lexington (803) 711-1671 Bill WestThe Post and Courier, Charleston (843) 358-8793 Warren WiseMorning News, Florence (843) 667-0900 Tracy Rutledge

InternetColumbiacvb.com, Columbia’s official website (803) 567-8686 Harry West

USC GuestsDarla Moore, Former Board of Trustees memberMargaret Lamb, USC Media Relations DirectorThe USC School of Business has been given five reserved seats

Associated Press(212) 621-1500 Bill McGee

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Security Information

AP Professional Security Office Service was chosen for our security personnel as they are professionally trained and highly reputable in the community for the protection of their clients.

They were also able to lend the services on a 24/7 basis.

Three Security Officers: Plain-Clothed Armed Protection Program

AP Professional Security Officer Service, Inc.- Columbia, SC

(803) 765-0839

Columbia Office: 1400 Laurel St., Suite 4A Columbia, SC 29201

Owner: Anthony Proietta

Head of Columbia office: Michael J. McNamara mike@proiettapi.com

Company Biography

AP Professional Security Officer Service is a SLED licensed, bonded and insured company dedicated to providing professional, high-quality, security services.

We hire only the most competent individuals with high moral character in order to provide you with the finest in private security services. All our security officers undergo an in-depth in house background investigation and are licensed and registered though S.L.E.D. Anthony ensures that all officers are highly trained so you can be assured that you have the best private security available.

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Backup security: Three Security Officers: Personal Bodyguard Service

Always Precise Protection and Investigative Services, Inc.- Columbia, SC

Henry Jones(803) 699-6722

Home Office: 3037-C McNaughton Drive Columbia, SC 29223

Company Biography

Started in 2001 in Columbia, South Carolina, Always Precise Protection Agency and Investigations began as a small company with five employees designed to offer elite security services to the Columbia community. Supervised by a retired military career officer, Always Precise Protection Agency and Investigations is now proud to have over twenty employees who offer an array of services for your every security need.

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Catering Menu

Carolina Catering was chosen as the caterer for the press conference as they are the official caterer for the McCutchen House (our press conference venue). They were also able to provide

the breakfast services that we needed for the press conference.

Carolina Café and Catering Company 925 Sumter StreetColumbia, SC 29201

Contact Tim James, manager(803) 779-3346

Beverages will be delivered with the breakfast.Coffee, (Reg. or Decaf) $ 12.95 gallon Soft Drinks (15) $ 1.75 bottle

Lemonade $ 12.00 gallon Bottled Water (32) $ 1.75 bottle

Bottled Juices (15 bottles) $ 2.25 bottle

The catering company will put 12 bottles of water in the green room.

Total cost of catering: $217.50 + $109.90 = $327.40

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Budget

The budget listed below breaks down the actual costs of the press conference trip to Columbia, SC on Sept 7th, 2011 through Sept 8th, 2011.

August Pre-Visit

Flights $681.60

Rental Cars $384.08

Hotel Reservations $671.32

Sub-total $1737.00

Transportation

Rental Car $233.85 

Escalade Limo Rental and Driver $2400.00

Flights $6375.40

Sub-total $8909.25

Hotel Accommodations

Gates’ Hotel Reservations $1997.88

PR Team’s Hotel Reservations $1016.76

Sub-total $3014.64

Food

Solstice Kitchen Dinner $350.00 (approximately)

PR Team $150.00

Gates’ Room Service/Preferences $600.00

Sub-total $1100.00

Catering

Press Conference Catering $327.40

Total $15,088.29

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In Case of Emergency

Below is a list of contacts in the event of an emergency or last minute item. In the event of a life threatening emergency, such as a terrorist attack, hurricane, flood, tornado or any other such event; Gate’s personal limo driver will be available 24 hours a day to evacuate Gate from the

area. Gate’s private jet will also be on constant stand-by at the Columbia International Airport.

Closest Hospital:

Palmetto Health Baptist 1330 Taylor StreetColumbia, SC 29201-2915

Charles D. Beaman, Jr.803-770-1500http://www.palmettohealth.org/

Closest Pharmacy:

CVS Pharmacy 900 Assembly Street Columbia, SC 29201

Larry Merlo(803) 212-7016

Closest Grocery Store:

Publix Grocery Store 501 Gervais StreetColumbia, SC 29201-3045

Ed Cremshaw(803) 255-4901

Closest Urgent Care:

Doctors Care 977 Knox Abbott DriveCayce, SC 29033

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Michael Stout, MD(803) 794-0476 doctorscare.com

Closest Dentist:

John White, DMD 701 Gervais StreetColumbia, SC 29201

Judy Craig(803) 223-9689

Closest Dry Cleaner:

Royal Cleaners 1100 Washington StreetColumbia, SC 29201-3215

Raymond Vergara(803) 252-9826

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Contact List

Internal Staff

Ashley Bennett 561-662-0897

McCown Bridges 803-954-2789

Stephanie Harrison 803-546-9678

McCutchen House

Neal Smoak (Director McCutchen House) 803-777-4450

Hilton Columbia Center

Front Desk 803-744-7800

Paul Rogers (Front Desk Manager) 803-744-7806

Transportation

Paul Bass (Eagle Aviation) 803-776-2953

Hertz Rental Car 803- 252-2561

Unique Limo 866-236-5629

James Laye (Gates’ driver) 404-772-5629

Platinum Limo 888-526-9190

George Tyson (Gates’ backup driver) 803-469-4944

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Make-Up Artist

Hannah Lawrimore 803-755-1988

Security

Michael J. McNamara 803-765-0839

Dean Hildy Teegan 803-764-3817

Catering

Carolina Café and Catering 803-799-2755

Restaurants

M Vista 803-255-8878

Gervais and Vine 803-799-8463

The Blue Martini 803-256-2442

Solstice Kitchen 803-788-6966

Emergency

Palmetto Health Baptist 803-770-1500

CVS Pharmacy 803-212-7016

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Publix 803-255-4901

Urgent Care 803-794-0476

The Dental Team 803-223-9689

Royal Cleaners 803-252-9826

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