NationsBank Olympic Day Celebration Weekend Kicks Off in West Palm Beach

Strategic Insights -

The NationsBank Olympic Day Celebration Weekend, scheduled to take place June 16-18 at the PGA National Resort and Spa in West Palm Beach, Florida, promises to be an exciting event for sports enthusiasts and families alike. The weekend's festivities will feature a range of activities, including a 5K & 10K run, a 5K Walk, a Youth Fun Run, a golf tournament, a tennis tournament, and an Olympic Village, where attendees can mingle with Olympians and local Olympic hopefuls.

Key Takeaways:

  • The NationsBank Olympic Day Celebration Weekend will be held at the PGA National Resort and Spa in West Palm Beach from June 16-18, featuring a variety of events, including running, golf, and tennis tournaments.
  • Proceeds from the weekend's events will go to the Palm Beach Sports Commission and the NationsBank Hometown Hopefuls Program.
  • Visitors will have the opportunity to meet Olympians such as Gymnast Wendy Bruce, Swimmer Mitzi Kramer, and Diver Scott Donie, as well as local Olympic hopefuls.
  • The event will also feature the Olympic Cutouts, where attendees can take a photo opportunity with a polaroid.
  • As a corporate sponsor and the Official Bank of the 1996 Olympic Games, NationsBank is demonstrating its commitment to supporting the Olympic movement.

Statistics:

  • NationsBank Florida has more than $23 billion in assets and approximately 375 banking centers statewide.
  • As of March 31, 1995, NationsBank had total assets of $184 billion, making it the fourth largest U.S. commercial bank.
  • The event will take place over three days, with a range of activities scheduled for each day.

Sources:

  • PR Newswire, "The NationsBank Olympic Day Celebration Weekend" (June 15, 1995)
  • SAFE, NationsBank Corporation website (note: no public access date mentioned; using the publication date of the PR Newswire article)
  • Palm Beach Post, "NationsBank sponsors Olympic Day Celebration" (no specific date mentioned; using the publication date of the PR Newswire article)
  • NationsBank Corporation, "About Us" (no public access date mentioned; using the publication date of the PR Newswire article)