Pawleys Plantation Director Of Sales Applies For Certified Meeting Professional Designation



May 12, 2005 -- Pawleys Plantation in Pawleys Island, S.C., has announced that director of sales Kay Grant has applied for Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation. Requirements for certification are based on an individual's professional experience and academic examination. CMP designation is only earned by those who achieve the highest level of professionalism as deemed by industry standards.

"We are proud that Kay has elected to continue to supplement her credentials through this program," said Jann Walker, director of marketing for Pawleys Plantation. "Keeping abreast of the latest industry developments is crucial for maintaining the high level of customer service that meeting and conference planners have come to expect from Pawleys Plantation."

About Pawleys Plantation
Pawleys Plantation, a 582-acre resort and golf course community in Pawleys Island, S.C., is nestled among moss-draped oaks, natural wetlands and salt marshes. Bordered on the south by a 600-acre nature preserve, Pawleys Plantation is the South Carolina Lowcountry's finest property offering visitors local catering, beautiful banquets, and an elegant 4,500 square foot ballroom. Pawleys Plantation also offers one of the Grand Strand's premier meeting facilities at its 6,500 square foot conference center.

Conveniently located near a wide variety of cultural and recreational amenities, Pawleys Plantation is approximately one hour from Charleston, S.C., a city well known for its Southern grace and charm; the historic port of Georgetown, S.C., is less than 15 minutes south on U.S. 17. More than 100 golf courses and 1,000 restaurants are in nearby Myrtle Beach.

Pawleys Plantation has been recognized as one of South Carolina's best sites for corporate retreats, private vacations and golf getaways. The nation's top golf

publication, Golf Digest applauded Pawleys Plantation's "spacious and private villa accommodations ... along with fine clubhouse dining and after-round relaxation in the Palmetto Pub." While Convention South, wrote about meetings on the rise at Pawleys Plantation Golf and Country Club, T&L Golf Magazine rated Pawleys Plantation among the top three places to stay for golf groups.

More information is also available online at www.PawleysPlantation.com or by calling Pawleys Plantation at 877-763-7341.





Pawleys Plantation Director Of Sales Applies For Certified Meeting Professional Designation