Released on: April 14, 2008, 11:20 am

Press Release Author: Amy Wojciechowski/Phil Kirk

Industry: Entertainment

Press Release Summary: Phil Kirk will speak to the North Carolina wine community at
Dennis Vineyards. Participants will have the opportunity to take a historical tour,
participate in wine tasting and other activities.

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Contact:

Cindy Stranad
Cindy@articulon.com
(919) 232-5008 x101


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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Web Site: http://www.phillipkirk.com

Contact Details: Amy Wojciechowski
amy@articulon.com
(919) 232-5008

Phil Kirk
2300 West Innes Street
Salisbury, NC 28144