President of BMW Manufacturing to Speak at Spartanburg Area Chamber’s Annual Meeting
February 10, 2011
SPARTANBURG, SC – February 10, 2011 – Josef Kerscher, President of BMW Manufacturing, Co. is scheduled to speak at the Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting on Monday, February 28, 2011 at the Spartanburg Marriott at Renaissance Park. The Annual Meeting, presented by Extended Stay Hotels, is the Chamber’s most prestigious event of the year, celebrating the many accomplishments of the Upstate business community.
Our relationships in the community and with the Chamber have always been vital to our success. I am looking forward to celebrating our accomplishments and sharing our vision for the South Carolina plant, said Josef Kerscher, President of BMW Manufacturing Co.
Josef Kerscher began his career with BMW in 1979 and has served in management positions across the company from group leader to department head at the company’s Landshut plant to Managing Director of the Munich plant. He is a graduate of the Technical University of Munich with a mechanical engineering degree with an emphasis on environmental engineering. Mr. Kerscher serves as a board member for South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and serves as Chairman of the Manufacturing Committee. He also serves a member of The Clemson President’s Advisory Board.
BMW’s impact on the economy and the spirit of Spartanburg County is astounding, says David Cordeau, President & CEO of the Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce. The partnership between this community and BMW has continued its positive evolution, and we are thrilled to have Mr. Kerscher share his thoughts on the future of this great company. Everyone with an interest in our economic future should seek to be at this event.
For more information, contact Yvonne Harper at (864)594-5032 or at [email protected]. To register, contact Chris Shealy at (864)594-5014 or at [email protected]. Visit the event calendar at www.SpartanburgChamber.com for details and secure online registration for this and all other Chamber events.
About the Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce
The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit organization supported through membership investment and strategic partnerships. Our mission is to enhance the economic vitality and lifestyle environment of Spartanburg County. The Chamber accomplishes its mission through: Public Policy initiatives and political involvement, Economic Development strategies and implementation, Leadership development programs, Advancing college completion initiatives, Building business networks, Growing the visitor economy Collaborative activities throughout the Community, Excellent communication vehicles, Business skills enhancement, Air service improvements and CEO networks. For more information, visit www.spartanburgchamber.com.
