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The Savannah Chamber Weekly Digest
Everything You Need to Know From the Chamber
June 7, 2021
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Visit Savannah has been awarded a Tourism Recovery Marketing Grant from Explore Georgia, the state tourism office within the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD). The Explore Georgia Tourism Recovery Marketing Grant program supports marketing efforts to bolster the recovery of Georgia’s tourism industry from the COVID-19 pandemic. Visit Savannah was awarded the maximum amount of $100,000 and is among 34 tourism entities across 27 counties who received a combined total of nearly $1.5 million in recovery marketing funding as part of this one-time grant program.
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At June’s Group Tour Meeting, travel professionals will have an opportunity to network, chat and stay connected to peers in the group tour market. This month's speaker is Emily Beck, Interpretation Manager at the Coastal Heritage Society. During the meeting, learn more about CHS and what’s new at each of their facilities.
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Members will get a “Curator's Choice” look at the Jepson Center for the Arts' cherished key pieces from their varied collection. The exhibition is based on the exciting, new publication “Telfair Museums: Curators’ Choice” (2021). Chamber members will have to opportunity to network with fellow members and enjoy light refreshments and drinks in the Jepson’s beautiful atrium.
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Have you checked out the 2021-2022 Relocation Guide? This guide is an annual publication of the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce providing essential information in an easy-to-follow format for newcomers looking to make purchases with credible businesses, and establish life-long buying relationships. This booklet contains necessary information on Savannah's employers and economy, essential utility and tax information, school districts and private schools, neighborhoods, healthcare, and so much more: everything new residents and those thinking of becoming residents need to know about relocating their home and/or business here.
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Last week, the Savannah Chamber and Visit Tybee partnered again with the Tourism Leadership Council to present “It’s What You Say and How You Say It,” exploring the importance of effective communication when interacting with customers and guests.
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Members of Visit Savannah’s sales and marketing teams got a sneak peak of the new Thompson Hotel in Eastern Wharf last week as the hotel prepares for its July opening. Thompson general manager Matt Graham and his team walked Visit Savannah through the 193-guest room property with its 8,200 square feet of indoor/outdoor meeting and event space and on-site dining venues.
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Visit Savannah’s Jennifer Thompson and Stephanie Muehlher along with convention hotel partners attend GSAE meeting.
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Kellie Linder with Visit Savannah and Curry Epley with the Savannah Convention Center met with Association Management Companies (AMC) in Chicago last week for sales calls.
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NEW MEMBERS
Welcome our newest members and remember to do business with our fellow Chamber members!
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RENEWALS
Thank you to these members for their continued support through their membership.
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RIBBON CUTTINGS
Thank you to these members for their continued support through their membership.
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As health and government officials are working to maintain the safety, security, and health of our communities, Savannah area small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy. All Savannah area employers need to consider how best to decrease the spread COVID-19 in their workplace in the event of an outbreak in Chatham and surrounding counties. Click here to explore what resources are available for individuals and businesses at this time.
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