Press Releases
If you are a member of the media with a press inquiry, please call the DNC press line at 704-338-7049 or contact Suzi Emmerling, Charlotte in 2012 Press Secretary at semmerling@clt2012.com; m: 980.228.6327 o: 704.444.8331.
May 15, 2012
The Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee released a RFP seeking a qualified audio visual services company for the Media Welcome Event on September 1, 2012 at the North Carolina Music Factory.
May 7, 2012
Today, the Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee announced in an email to supporters the winners of the competition to become the official BBQ sauces of the 2012 Democratic National Convention.
May 2, 2012
“We expect at least 1,000 events to be hosted in Charlotte during convention week. That means we will need the full engagement of Charlotte’s robust business community to provide needed goods and services,” said Dan Murrey.
Apr 26, 2012
The Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee has released a Request for Proposal seeking a qualified entertainment management company for the Media Welcome Event on September 1, 2012 at the North Carolina Music Factory.
Apr 24, 2012
Dr. Dan Murrey, the Executive Director of the Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee, presented a convention update to the Charlotte City Council regarding convention planning and community outreach.
Apr 16, 2012
DVA, a women's group formed to build a positive, effective network for engaging Charlotte women in support of the community and the Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee, officially launched yesterday with its first community service project.
Apr 5, 2012
The “Powered by the American People” fundraising campaign marks the next phase of Charlotte in 2012’s grassroots fundraising effort.
Apr 4, 2012
he Democratic National Convention Committee, in conjunction with credit unions in the Carolinas and nationwide, and the National Journal Group, today kicked off the rejuvenation of the rooftop children’s playground at Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Children’s Hospital in Charlotte.
Apr 2, 2012
The Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee and the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) today announced that they have adopted a diversity contracting policy for the 2012 Democratic National Convention that represents unprecedented progress towards both the inclusion and use of diverse businesses.
Mar 29, 2012
Charlotte in 2012 announces its support of the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program (MYEP) by using its Vendor Directory to encourage local businesses and vendors to take an active role in supporting this Legacy ally.
Mar 23, 2012
The Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee is seeking college students and recent graduates for summer internships with the Host Committee for the Democratic National Convention.
Mar 12, 2012
The Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee and the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) today announced that they have adopted a diversity contracting policy for the 2012 Democratic National Convention that represents unprecedented progress towards both the inclusion and use of diverse businesses.
Feb 23, 2012
“This is the next major step in building our volunteer corps,” said Dan Murrey, Executive Director of Charlotte in 2012. “These volunteer opportunities offer the people of this community and region yet another way to be a part of history."
Feb 16, 2012
“I love the food from this region – I even smoke my own pork - so I understand very well the importance of selecting three barbeque sauces that truly represent the flavor of the Carolinas,” said Dan Murrey, Executive Director of Charlotte in 2012.
Jan 31, 2012
“We are very proud to announce thirteen separate venue locations to welcome convention delegates and members of the press,” said Dan Murrey, Executive Director of Charlotte in 2012. “Hosting our guests at these distinct venues truly puts our best foot forward as we welcome these folks to Charlotte, many coming here for the first time.”
Jan 12, 2012
The Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee today introduces the Director of Volunteer Operations, Ms. Courtney Counts. “The task at hand is no small feat: Courtney will recruit, train, and deploy the volunteers who will be the face of Charlotte during the convention,” said Charlotte in 2012 Convention Host Committee Executive Director Dan Murrey. “This is a critical role and we are thrilled that she has joined the team -- she has done this before and she will do it again. She has roots in North Carolina and I know that she and her volunteers will make our city and state proud.”
Sep 29, 2011
September 27, 2011 - Charlotte, NC - Today marks the announcement of the members of the Committee for Charlotte in 2012’s Host Committee and Steering Committee. Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx and Duke Energy CEO Jim Rogers will serve as co-chairs of the Host Committee, with Governor Beverly Perdue and Senator Kay Hagan serving as Honorary Co-Chairs of the Host Committee. Mayor Harvey Gantt will serve as Chair of the Steering Committee and Governor Jim Hunt and Mr. Hugh McColl will be the Honorary Co-Chairs of the Steering Committee. A full list of members and chairs is below.
Sep 1, 2011
Today the Committee for Charlotte 2012 held a press briefing with Mayor Anthony Foxx, DNCC CEO Steve Kerrigan, Host Committee CEO Dan Murrey and Host Committee Director of Business Relations, Robyn Hamilton to discuss the new Vendor Directory. The Host Committee’s revamped website includes many new features for Charlotteans and visitors to Charlotte alike; locals can learn about ways to volunteer at the convention and in the community, while Convention delegates and members of the media can learn more about the city.