Greetings, SHG Team!

We are looking forward to seeing you for our upcoming SHG Retreat 2024 in Pawleys Island September 12-14! Ahead of ​your visit, we have prepared this “Know Before You Go” to assist you both before and during the event. You can also access ​this information by visiting myshgretreat.com.

Important Addresses:

SHG Office: 297 Willbrook Blvd., Pawleys Island, SC 29585

SHG Conf. Rm.: 277 Willbrook Blvd., Pawleys Island, SC 29585

Quigley’s (QND): 251 Willbrook Blvd., Pawleys Island, SC 29585

Parking: Parking is open/free in the lot in front of our building, and the lot in front of Quigley’s QND building. If you would ​like to park in front of QND, please be sure to use the lot to the side where the QND front entrance is, and NOT directly in ​front of the restaurant.

Attire: We consider the office attire “island-business casual” (i.e. no suits required, jeans and slacks are both okay, as are ​non-collared shirts). You can view the Pawleys Island weather report for attire planning purposes.


Attorneys will be required to participate in professional headshots taking place during the retreat. This year we have a very ​specific color scheme in order to present a consistent look across SHG’s website and marketing materials. For this reason, be ​sure to pack and follow SHG’s Headshot Resource Guidelines, which are as follows:









Contacts:

Dana Wilcox (Lodging, Rental Cars) 570-847-6190

Laurie McClendon (Overall Logistics) 703-283-9706

Brittney Inman (Marketing, Retreat Website, Headshot Questions) 281-608-9696



Jackie Richardson (Content & Speakers) 843.568.0394

Erin Saylor (Content & Speakers) 317.727.9943


Excom:

(Employee relations, overall retreat feedback and/or emergencies during the retreat)


Betsy Stotler: 571.236.6619

Kelly Hayes: 843.685.8765

Andrea Stitt: 843.997.0425



*Pro-tip: If you have not already downloaded the Bamboo app, please do so ahead of your trip. This will give you access to ​the contact information of your colleagues, should you need to reach them.

Traveling Needs:

Flights: We work with a travel agency named World Wide Travel Associates (WWTA). They assist us with a variety of ​services such as flight reservations, hotels, cars, trains, etc. If, for any reason, you need immediate assistance while traveling, ​they can be reached at: 202.741.9648. They offer 24/7 travel support. If you have any issues, for example- you are traveling, ​and a flight is canceled at 11:30 pm or you think you aren’t going to make a connection- please call them immediately. They ​can help you to get a hotel room and rebook you on a new flight, etc. I’d also recommend getting in a line to talk to a ​gate/ticket agent while calling WWTA- it’s the best combination of actions to help you. You are also welcome to call Dana at ​any time with any travel needs. Her cell phone is 570.847.6190- please also alert her of any issues via text or call.

Car Rental: We have a small business account with Budget. As a kind reminder, while we do prepay for the car rental, Budget ​may still ask you for a personal credit card (you cannot use a debit card) for the refundable security deposit. The deposit is ​fully refunded at the end of the reservation (may take up to 10 days), provided there are no issues with the car. Before ​departing the rental pick-up location, please report any obvious stains, scratches, dents, etc., and take pictures with your ​phone. This will ensure you are not charged for any damage that previously existed. Please note, we have insurance on our ​rental vehicles, so you do not need to purchase additional insurance. You only need your license and a copy of your ​registration confirmation that was emailed to you.


Expenses:

Meals: While on work travel and when meals are not otherwise provided, you are entitled to expense up to three meals per ​day at a combined total of $59. If you wish to purchase groceries in lieu of meal(s), you must subtract that cost from your ​daily allowable per diem. For example, if you are staying somewhere for five days and you spend $50 at the grocery store, you ​would take $10 off your daily per diem rate. Please submit receipts via Expensify.

Incidentals: Items such as gas, airline baggage fees, etc. are reimbursable. Please submit receipts via Expensify.


Professional Headshots (for Attorneys only):

A professional photographer will be available, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday to take headshots of our attorneys. Photos ​will be taken at the office in the upstairs conference room between 8am-9:45am. Please sign up and reserve your time slot ​here. Please make sure you arrive at least 10 minutes prior to your reserved slot.

Workspace Ahead of September 12:

Please note, Quigley’s QND will not be set up for coworking prior to Thursday, September 12th. Ahead of September 12, you ​are welcome to work at your hotel/house or co-work in the SHG 277 large conference room. On Wednesday, September 11, ​the conference room will not be available for co-working due to headshots.

Private Meeting Space:

During your time at the Retreat, if you need access to a private office or meeting space, please contact Dana.

Lodging

Group House 1:

Third from the End, 1213 Parker Dr, Pawleys Island, SC 29585

Group House 2:

Morning Tide, 114 Seaview Loop, Pawleys Island, SC 29585

Partner House:

Sunburst House, 396 Myrtle Avenue, Pawleys Island, South Carolina 29585

Hotel Lodging

Hotel: Litchfield By The Sea: (Summerhouse)

Address: 14276 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island, SC 29585

For those of you staying in the hotel, your check-in time is 4:00pm and your check-out time is 11:00am. You will check in at ​the registration desk where you will receive your room key and parking pass for your car. Your hotel room will be master ​billed, so you do not need to put down a credit card for payment. However, you will be asked for a credit card for the security ​deposit which is refundable at the end of your stay. If this poses a concern for you, please reach out to Dana. Please ​remember to always have your parking pass visible in your car while on property.

Additional Information on Special Events

Wednesday, September 11: Welcome Happy Hour

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Location: Partner Beach House

Sunburst House, 396 Myrtle Avenue, Pawleys Island, South Carolina 29585

Details: We understand that people may be arriving throughout the event. No sit-down dinner will be served, so please arrive ​when you are able. Guests are welcome. (Street parking- please make sure your car is off the road.)

Thursday, September 12: Sunrise Beach Yoga

Time: 7:00-7:45am

Location: Beach Access Point #52, 608 Parker Dr, Pawleys Island, SC 29585 near cross-street Ancient Mariner

Details: If you have a yoga mat, please bring it with you. If you do not, one will be provided. Guests are welcome.

Thursday, September 12: TBD

Time: TBD

Location: TBD

Details: TBD

Friday, September 13: Beach Walk & Coffee Truck

Time: 7:00-8:00am

Location: Please park at Beach Access Point #52, 608 Parker Dr, Pawleys Island, SC 29585 near cross-street Ancient ​Mariner.

Details: Go up the steps to the beach and turn left. As you walk about 6 minutes, you'll see balloons on another access point. ​We will have a coffee truck in the driveway of this group house location.

Friday, September 13: Firm Activity

Time: 6:00pm

Location: Litchfield By The Sea- Beach Club House

780 Retreat Circle., Pawleys Island, SC 29585

Details: Firm Dinner

Saturday, September 14: Brookgreen Gardens Tour and To-Go Lunch

Time: 10:00am

Location: 1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Details: Arrival between 9:30-10:00am. Tour starts at 10:00am. Box lunch will be provided

Must:

  • “Dress for Court” - Suit or Dress
  • Jacket is a must
  • Tie (men)
  • Follow the color scheme
  • Black or Blue belt

Not Allowed:

  • Sleeveless Tops
  • Sweaters
  • Cardigans
  • T-Shirts
  • Transitional Lenses

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