WLC Quarterly Luncheon - "Dare to Dream" with Dr. Naida Rutherford

Schedule

Wed Mar 04 2026 at 11:15 am to 01:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Columbia, South Carolina | Columbia, SC

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Join WLC as we celebrate one of the largest luncheons of the year celebrating Women's History Month and International Women's Day!
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Join us for our quarterly Women's Leadership Council luncheon program as the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center presents its annual program celebrating National Women's History Month and International Women's Day.

Schedule:

11:15 - 12:00 p.m. - Networking | ShowcaseHER Women's Exhibitor Fair

11:30 - 12:00 p.m. - Registration and Networking

12:00 - 1:30 p.m. - Luncheon and Program



Program:

Dr. Naida Rutherford, motivational speaker and Richland County Coroner will be our featured keynote speaker. Join us for her inspiring "Dare to Dream" presentation.

In Dare to Dream, Dr. Naida Rutherford inspires audiences to envision what is possible and provides practical guidance on achieving goals through intentional planning, disciplined execution, and leveraging meaningful relationships. Drawing from her leadership journey in public service and community impact, she encourages attendees to move boldly from vision to action. The message challenges participants to dream big, take purposeful steps forward, and serve others while building a life of impact and intention.


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Sponsorship and Registration:



Corporate Sponsorships:


Ignite Sponsor (Full Table) - $600

• Reserved seating for 8 guests

• Company logo on event-specific communication and signage

• Company logo recognition on the program

• Company logo on Chamber’s website and in all email communication



Inspire Sponsor (Half Table) - $300

• Reserved seating for 4 guests

• Company logo on event-specific communication and signage

• Company logo recognition on the program

• Company logo on Chamber’s website and in all email communication



ShowcaseHER Exhibit Sponsor (limited to 9 companies) - $250

• One exhibit table in the luncheon pre-function area, offering direct engagement with attendees

• Two tickets to the luncheon

• Company name in printed program

• Recognition on the event website


To become a corporate event sponsor, contact Karen Johnston, Program & Events Director, [email protected].



General Admission Tickets:

Registration is available online for General Admission

WLC Member - $45

Chamber Shareholder Tickets - $55

Non-Chamber Shareholder Tickets - $65



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Where is it happening?

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Columbia, South Carolina, 2100 Bush River Road, Columbia, United States

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