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Phil Kirk to Give Wine Presentation at Dennis Vineyards April 10
Participates in Stanly Community College Wine Seminar
RALEIGH, N.C. (April 9, 2008) -- Phil Kirk, vice president for external relations at Catawba College, public speaker and consultant, will be the featured guest at the Stanly Community College wine seminar this Thursday, April 10 at Dennis Vineyards in Albemarle. Kirk will deliver a talk on the economic impact of the wine and grape industry in North Carolina.
"So many people are unaware of the great impact wine has on our state,” says Kirk. “I look forward to participating with Stanly Community College and offering my perspective to the great audience attending this event.”
During the event, participants will also have the opportunity to take a historical tour of the Vineyard, participate in a wine tasting and obtain a souvenir event glass.
“The Stanly Community College Small Business Center is delighted to have Phil Kirk join us during the event,” says Kathy Almond, director of the Small Business Center at Stanly Community College. “His insight will provide a statewide perspective, and we appreciate him coming and sharing his time and wealth of knowledge.”
The event fee is $10. Please call 704-991-0257 to register.
About Phil Kirk:
Phil Kirk is the Vice President for External Relations at Catawba College in Salisbury and owner of a speaking and consulting firm. In 1970, Phil was elected as the youngest state senator in North Carolina. In 1989, Phil became president of North Carolina Citizens for Business and Industry and was consistently ranked among the top 25 most effective N.C. lobbyists. As politician, government official, president of NCCBI and chairman of the State Board of Education, Phil has delivered more than 6,000 talks. For more information or to book a speaking engagement, visit www.phillipkirk.com or e-mail bookings@phillipkirk.com.
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