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Ashley Cook - Vice President of Marketing
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Email: acook@lakecarolina.com

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300 Long Pointe Lane, Suite 200
Columbia, SC 29229

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The Lake House to Host Shagging on the Shore Aug 11 2011

The Lake House, Lake Carolina’s brand new, million-dollar private event rental facility, is now open in northeast Columbia along the picturesque 6-mile shoreline of Lake Carolina.

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One of South Carolina's bravest got a big gift on Saturday Jun 18 2011

News 10 Reports:

PONTIAC, SC (WIS) - One of South Carolina's bravest got a big gift Saturday.

Staff Sergeant Ronell Bradley moved into his new home that was bought and built entirely by volunteers.

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Injured Vet Gets New Home Jun 18 2011
Channel 19, WLTX Reports:

Columbia, SC (WLTX) -- People from the Lake Carolina Community have welcomed an injured veteran to his new home.

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Lake Carolina, Hallmark Homes, Homes for Our Troops provide barrier-free home to wounded SC soldier Jun 16 2011

Columbia, S.C. (June 16, 2011) - Lake Carolina, Hallmark Homes and Homes for Our Troops will present the keys to a brand new, specially adapted home to Army SSG Ronell Bradley in Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, June 18. 


 

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Thousands drawn to Lake Carolina Parade of Homes May 26 2011

COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 26, 2011) - The Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia’s 2011 Parade of Homes drew over 7600 visitors to northeast Columbia’s Lake Carolina development, a 10-time winner of the prestigious Community of the Year award.  Parade attendees had the chance to tour fully decorated, custom homes by some of the Midlands’ top builders and to attend over 100 developer-sponsored special events during the course of the Parade. 



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New Marketing Director for Lake Carolina, Inspired Communities, Hallmark Homes Mar 29 2011
COLUMBIA, S.C. (March 29, 2011) - Lake Carolina is pleased to announce that Ashley Cook has assumed the position of Director of Marketing for Lake Carolina, Hallmark Homes International and Inspired Communities. Prior to Lake Carolina and Inspired Communities, Mrs. Cook was Vice President of Marketing at Shea Homes and Centex Homes and has over 5 years experience in real estate marketing. She is a graduate of Boston College and Northwestern University.
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Lake Carolina's annual Oyster Roast to raise funds for Children's Charities of the Midlands Feb 08 2011
COLUMBIA, S.C. (February 8, 2011) - Lake Carolina will host the seventh annual Oyster Roast on Sat., March 5 from 4-7 p.m. in support of Children's Charities of the Midlands. Held on Lake Carolina's Village Green, the festival will have food for all ages including barbeque, baked beans, cole slaw and of course, oysters!
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Homes for Our Troops to Host Columbia, S.C. Three-Day Build Brigade to Start New Home for Severely Injured Veteran Feb 04 2011
Columbia, S.C. (February 3, 2011)  Community of Columbia and general contractor Hallmark Homes come together to donate time and resources for new homeHomes for Our Troops will host a three-day Build Brigade February 11-13 to construct a specially adapted home for Army SSG Ronell Bradley in Columbia, South Carolina.
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Lake Carolina welcomes new Vice President of Marketing Jul 07 2010

COLUMBIA, S.C. (July 7, 2010) – Lake Carolina is proud to announce Holly Morrison has joined the Lake Carolina team as vice president of marketing.


“We couldn’t be happier to have Holly on board with us,” said David Tuttle, president of Lake Carolina Development. “She brings an energetic mix of industry knowledge, proven talent and poise to our team and I look forward to seeing the positive impact her presence will have on our community.”

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Lake Carolina and Inspired Communities team up to recognize military personnel May 19 2010
COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 19, 2010) - Lake Carolina and Inspired Communities teamed up to recognize military personnel at the annual Military Information Fair at Fort Jackson last month. Together with Homeowners Mortgage, Lake Carolina and Inspired Communities held a drawing for $500 to be awarded to one lucky individual attending the event in appreciate of their services to the country.
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Lake Carolina celebrates Northeast Farmers Market grand opening with annual Town Center Block Party May 10 2010
COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 10, 2010) - Lake Carolina invites everyone to celebrate the grand opening of the Northeast Farmers Market's sixth season at Lake Carolina with an old-fashioned street party on Thurs., May 13 from 5:30 - 9 p.m. This event, which is free and open to the public, features live musical entertainment by the Herringbones, games for all ages and lots more family fun!
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Lake Carolina's annual Oyster Roast to raise funds for Children's Charities of the Midlands Mar 17 2010
COLUMBIA, S.C. (March 17, 2010) - Lake Carolina will host the sixth annual Oyster Roast on Sat., March 20 from 5-8 p.m. in support of Children's Charities of the Midlands. Held on Lake Carolina's Village Green, the festival will have food for all ages including barbeque, baked beans, cole slaw and of course, oysters!
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New restaurant's concept, menu leaves Lake Carolinians hungry for more Mar 05 2010
COLUMBIA, S.C. (March 5, 2010) - Set to open soon in Lake Carolina's Town Center, the New York Butcher Shoppe & Grille is creating buzz around town for its unique blended model concept and originality of services and offerings.
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Lake Carolina receives "Community of the Year" award for the ninth time Feb 23 2010
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Feb. 23, 2010) - Lake Carolina was named "Community of the Year" by the Sales & Marketing Council of Greater Columbia at the 21st annual Regal Awards Gala on Sat., Feb. 20. 
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Lake Carolina welcomes New York Butcher Shoppe & Grille as newest Town Center merchant Feb 18 2010
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Feb. 18, 2010) - The New York Butcher Shoppe & Grille, a S.C. based franchise, has joined the growing list of Lake Carolina Town Center merchants.

Set to open in Lake Carolina's Town Center in March 2010, this New York Butcher Shoppe & Grille location will be the first expanded model in the franchise. 
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PLUNGE INTO LAKE CAROLINA IN SUPPORT OF CHILDREN'S CHARITIES OF THE MIDLANDS Dec 28 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Dec. 28, 2009) – Lake Carolina invites everyone to come brave the chilly waters in support of Children’s Charities of the Midlands at the Polar Bear Plunge on Sat., Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. in Lake Carolina's Sunset Park.

For the sixth year in a row, the Polar Bear Plunge event is helping to raise funds for Children’s Charities of the Midlands, a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to promoting charitable endeavors that are committed to improving the health, welfare and education of South Carolina’s youth.
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HOLIDAY BUILDERS TO JOIN BUILDER TEAM Sep 10 2009

COLUMBIA, S.C. (September 10, 2009) – Lake Carolina is pleased to announce that Holiday Builders is joining the master planned community’s premier building team. Holiday Builders will begin building 11 single family homes in Woodleigh Park at Lake Carolina from the mid $130s to $170s.

“Holiday Builders commitment to excellence makes them a perfect fit for Lake Carolina,” said David Tuttle, President of Lake Carolina Development. “We are very excited to have them join our team. Their presence will only add to the success of Lake Carolina.”

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LAKE CAROLINA PROPERTIES ANNOUNCES NEW HIRES Aug 28 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Aug. 28, 2009) – Lake Carolina is proud to welcome three new professionals to its sales and marketing team.

“I’m pleased to announce these talented new additions to the staff of Lake Carolina,” said David Tuttle, president of Lake Carolina. “I know they will be able to continue the important work the staff does to improve the lives of our Lake Carolinians and future homeowners.”

Amanda Bartlett has joined the Lake Carolina marketing team as Marketing Coordinator. As a recent graduate with a B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communications, she brings a fresh look and cutting-edge skills to the team. Bartlett is a native of Rhode Island and a graduate of the University of South Carolina.


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CAROL DOUIS NAMED PRESIDENT OF LAKE CAROLINA PROPERTIES Jul 27 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (July 27, 2009) - Lake Carolina is pleased to announce that Carol Douis has been named the new President and Broker in Charge of Lake Carolina Properties, LLC. Ms. Douis brings over 20 years  of successful sales leadership and homebuilding experience to Lake Carolina. Douis, who is recognized as one of the region's leading sales management professionals, brings a wealth of knowledge to her new position, plus the respect of the industry.
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LAKE CAROLINA OFFERS THREE OF AMERICA’S TOP 100 BUILDERS May 21 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 21, 2009) – Lake Carolina is proud to announce that of the top 100 builders in the United States according to builderonline.com, three can be found building right here at Lake Carolina. D.R. Horton was announced as the number one homebuilder in the nation. Great Southern Homes was ranked number 72 and Essex Homes SE was ranked 86.
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LAKE CAROLINA REPORTS HOME SALES UP BY 11% May 14 2009

COLUMBIA, SC - May 14, 2009 -In most every sector of the economy, given the current conditions, very few businesses have been able to avoid the devastating blows that have affected the economy. Through these rough times, Lake Carolina, a master planned community in Columbia, SC, has been able to turn bad times into good. Lake Carolina is pleased to announce an 11% increase in sales so far in 2009. Pam Arnold at Lake Carolina just celebrated a $2 million dollar month.

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COLONIAL LIFE OFFICE OPENS IN LAKE CAROLINA May 04 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 4, 2009) – Colonial Life has opened a new office in the Lake Carolina Town Center in Northeast Columbia.  Louie Jones, Public Sector Manager for Colonial Life’s South Carolina and East Georgia Territory, will manage the office.  Jones, an experienced manager in the insurance industry, has both his BS and MBA degrees in business administration from Winthrop University and is active in several community organizations.
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DAVID TUTTLE NAMED PRESIDENT OF LAKE CAROLINA DEVELOPMENT Mar 17 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (February 17, 2009) –Lake Carolina is pleased to announce David Tuttle has assumed position as President of Lake Carolina Development, Inc. Mr. Tuttle comes to Lake Carolina Development from Inspired Communities where he currently serves as Vice President of Real Estate. Prior to Inspired Communities, Mr. Tuttle was a custom homebuilder in the Columbia area and has over 20 years experience in construction, sales and development. He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Business.

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BRIAN BOYER NAMED SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Mar 16 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (March 16, 2009) – Lake Carolina is pleased to announce the new Senior Vice President of Commercial Real Estate, Brian Boyer. He comes to Lake Carolina with over five years of experience in commercial real estate, beginning with the development and construction of a 10,000 square foot office building in the Town of Ayrsley, a sister project of Lake Carolina, located in Charlotte. Ayrsley is a 180 acre, 5 million square foot master-planned urban development in southwest Mecklenburg County. After serving as an officer in the United States Army for five years, Mr. Boyer began his career in real estate with Inspired CommunitiesSM where he currently serves as Vice President of Real Estate. Mr. Boyer graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point with a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics and received his Masters in Business Administration from the University of South Carolina.


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KRISTY BARNES NAMED MARKETING DIRECTOR OF LAKE CAROLINA Feb 25 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (February 25, 2009) – Lake Carolina is pleased to announce the new Director of Marketing, Kristy Stone Barnes. Barnes comes to Lake Carolina from national homebuilder, D.R. Horton, where she served as Marketing Manager for the Coastal Carolina Division. Barnes has over five years experience in real estate marketing. Early in her career, Barnes was employed at an advertising agency that specialized in real estate marketing and later joined the marketing team of a commercial builder. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communications and a concentration in Advertising and Public Relations.

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