2026 INDUSTRY DAY + Golf Tournament
Join us for two fun-filled days of networking, industry insights, and golf!
WHEN
March 18-19, 2026
Wednesday, March 18 at 08:00 am – Thursday, March 19 at 05:00 pm
WHERE
Charleston Marriott
170 Lockwood Dr
Charleston, SC 29403
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WHAT
Join the SAME Charleston Post to celebrate Building Bridges in the Lowcountry – Connecting People, Projects, & Progress
PLEASE NOTE: Refunds are not available for this event. Tickets may ONLY be reassigned.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leaders in the field, gain insights into upcoming projects, and explore potential business opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the industry, there’s something for everyone at this event.
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EVENT DESCRIPTION
Golf Tournament: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
WHERE:
Charleston Municipal Golf Course
2110 Maybank Highway
Charleston, SC 29412
WHEN: Registration from 8 – 9:45 am; Shotgun start at 10 am
COST: $150/player or $575/Team; $60/Player for active duty military
Entry Fee includes green fees, cart, lunch, and lots of FUN!!
We will also sell mulligans ($20/each) automatically entering you into a RAFFLE.Sponsorship Options:
Tournament Sponsor: $1,200 – Sponsor receives top billing in all advertising and promotions. Receives one free player registration and may place promotional items in the tournament goodie bag.
Beverage Sponsor: $500 – Sponsor may place a sign on the beverage cart, may give koozies to participants, and/or may place koozies in the tournament goodie bag.
One Hole Sponsor: $250 – Custom signage placed at designated golf course hole recognizes this level of contribution.
Questions about golf? Please email Melvin Williams.
Sunset Boat Cruise Welcome Reception: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Join us on a boat tour of the beautiful Charleston harbor on the Spirit of the Lowcountry. Dinner and drinks are included!
WHERE:
Spirit of the Lowcountry, Downtown Charleston/Aquarium Wharf
360 Concord St
Charleston, SC 29401
WHEN: Boarding is 6:30pm. Boat Departure at 07:00pm. Enjoy cruising in the harbor from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
COST: This year the cost is INCLUDED in your Industry Day ticket
Additional boat cruise tickets available for $125.
Industry Day: Thursday, March 19, 2026
WHERE:
Charleston Marriott
170 Lockwood Blvd
Charleston, SC 29403 (Downtown Charleston)
WHEN:
- 7:00 am – Booth Set-up opens
- 7:30 am – Registration/Breakfast
- 8:30 am – Speakers Start
- 4:00 pm – Speakers End
- 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Happy Hour Networking at the Saffire Bar & Courtyard (Marriott Downstairs)
Participants can earn PDHs for this conference.
Speakers:
- TBD
LUNCH PANEL: USACE Charleston Addresses A&E Quality
- TBD
Tickets:
- Early Bird SAME Member: $450 (includes one registration to Sunset Boat Cruise Welcome Reception on 19 March and Industry Day on 20 March, access to the exhibit hall, breakfast, lunch, and snacks) Prices go up $50 on 1 March.
- Early Bird Non-SAME Member: $550 (includes one registration to Sunset Boat Cruise Welcome Reception on 19 March and Industry Day on 20 March, access to the exhibit hall, breakfast, lunch, and snacks). Prices go up $50 on 1 March.
- Military/Government Employee: $50 (includes one registration to Sunset Boat Cruise Welcome Reception on 19 March and Industry Day on 20 March, access to the exhibit hall, breakfast, lunch, and snacks). Employees must show ID at registration on the day of the event.
- SAME Student Member: FREE (includes one registration to Industry Day on 20 March, access to the exhibit hall, breakfast, lunch, and snacks.)
Online registration closes on 18 March 2026. Day of Registration is available IF the event is not sold out.
Small Business 1-on-1 Sessions:
- TBD
Small Business Representatives
- USACE Charleston – Tonya Willis
- USACE Mobile District – Sonya Rogers
- USACE Savannah District – Jennifer Cavanagh
- USACE Wilmington District – Andrea Green
- More to be announced…
Exhibits:
Is your company interested in having an exhibit table at Industry Day? Tables are available at the following prices:
- Premier Table (one 8-ft table): $800 (Includes first pick of table location)
- Regular Table (one 6-ft table): $700
Sponsorships:
- Please reach out to Kelsey Jones – Kelsey.Jones.SAME@gmail.com to finalize sponsorship opportunities.
- ALL sponsorships include: Company logo to be included on the Industry Day page of the Charleston Post website, sponsor boards at the event, any other printed materials, AND (1) ticket for Industry Day/Welcome Reception.
- Industry Day – Lowcountry Link WIFI Sponsorship: $5,000. Company name as the WiFi name Representation in Promotions and Website. Sponsor sets the WIFI password! Includes WIFI sponsor signage.
- Industry Day Sponsor – Sweetgrass Champion: $4,000. Signage at Industry Day and aboard the ship – 4 All-Inclusive Tickets, Choice of Exhibit Location, Representation in Promotions and Website
- Industry Day Sponsor – Magnolia Partner: $2,000. Signage at Industry Day and aboard the ship – 2 All-Inclusive Tickets, Representation in Promotions and Website.
- Industry Day Sponsor – Tailwind Supporter: $1,000. Signage at Industry Day and aboard the ship – 1 All-Inclusive Ticket, Representation in Promotions and Website.
Raffle Tickets
All proceeds go to the Charleston Post Scholarship Fund. We plan to award $25,000+ in scholarships and leadership opportunities in 2026.
1 Ticket for $2; 3 Tickets for $5
Raffle drawings will be held during the Industry Day event.
VENUE INFORMATION
- Charleston Marriott (Downtown)
- Event Parking = FREE
- RESERVE HOTEL BLOCK ROOMS NOW
QUESTIONS OR REQUESTS?
EVENT COORDINATION and HOTEL:
Please send any questions to: Kelsey Jones – Kelsey.Jones.SAME@gmail.com
REGISTRATION:
Please send any general questions to: Jennilee Covucci – jennilee.covucci@gmail.com
SPONSOR COORDINATION:
Please send company logo and materials to: Kelsey Jones – Kelsey.Jones.SAME@gmail.com
GOLF TOURNAMENT:
Please send any questions to: Melvin Williams – melvin.williams@terracon.com
SPEAKER COORDINATION:
Speakers will be contacted separately; questions to: Melanie Bodiford – melanie@lbeeng.com, Russ Patterson – rpatterson@cems-ae.com or Chris Carter – chriscarter@tribal.one
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