July 28, 2026 

New Savannah Chamber Connect Episode Explores OpenAI’s $20 Billion Project Camellia Investment       
 

A new special episode of Savannah Chamber Connect takes listeners inside one of the largest economic development announcements in coastal Georgia’s history. Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Bert Brantley sits down with Chris Lehane of OpenAI to discuss Project Camellia, the company’s planned $20 billion investment in Effingham County. Read more▶

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SAVANNAH CHAMBER NEWS

Navigate Your Week with the New Chamber Compass    
 
The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is making it easier for members to stay informed, connected, and engaged with the launch of Chamber Compass, a new weekly event guide delivered directly to your inbox. Read more▶
Free Webinar to Explain Savannah’s New Stormwater Utility Fees
 
The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Savannah invite Chamber members to attend a webinar on Thursday, August 13, offering a clear overview of the City’s new Stormwater Utility Fee, which takes effect September 1, 2026. Read more▶
Secure Your Expo Booth by Becoming a Sponsor Today       
 
Join us for the 2026 Chamber Business Expo and Business Connection on Thursday, September 24, a premier event that brings together more than 800 Chamber members Read more▶
2026 Black Business Expo Returns August 1       
 
The 2026 Black Business Expo returns Saturday, August 1, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., bringing together Savannah’s Black entrepreneurs, creatives, and community leaders for a full day of celebration, connection, and discovery. Read more▶
RISE Job Palooza Returns to Enmarket Arena Sept. 2    
 
RISE will host Job Palooza at Enmarket Arena on Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The regional hiring event connects businesses with job seekers pursuing new career opportunities. Read more▶

VISIT SAVANNAH NEWS

Visit Savannah Showcases Destination at Girl Scout Convention 
 
Visit Savannah recently joined more than 9,500 attendees in Washington, D.C., for the Girl Scouts' triennial national convention. During the event, the Visit Savannah team had the opportunity to connect with Margot, the great-great-niece Read more▶
Visit Savannah Team Represents at DI Annual Convention in Portland     
 
Several members of the Visit Savannah team traveled to Portland, Oregon, last week for the Destinations International Annual Convention, the industry's premier gathering of destination marketing and management professionals. Read more▶
Visit Savannah Hosts Chicago Meeting Planners at Sold-Out Savannah Bananas Game 
 
Visit Savannah’s Ginger McCoy, Kellie Linder, and Nora Gorman recently joined Savannah hospitality partners in welcoming 50 Chicago-based meeting planners and guests to Wrigley Field for a sold-out Savannah Bananas game. Read more▶