July 16, 2024

Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce Responds to Grant Pass SCOTUS Decision
 
The recent United States Supreme Court decision in the Grant Pass case has sparked nationwide conversations about the use and preservation of public property. The ruling has particularly significant implications for communities such as Savannah, where our vibrant tourism economy and residential quality of life rely heavily on the accessibility and appeal of our public spaces. In short, the ruling affirmed local governments' authority to keep public areas safe, clean, and accessible. Read more
 

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MEMBER NEWS

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS

Savannah Chamber Vice President Attends GACCE Executive Leaders Conference 
 
Last week, the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (GACCE) held its annual Executive Leaders Conference at Sea Palms Resort on St. Simons Island. Read more.
Savannah Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Gulfstream's New Service Center and Community Investment 
 
The Savannah Chamber of Commerce attended the Gulfstream ribbon cutting of their new state-of-the-art service center. Their continued investment in our community speaks volumes to their business model and ideals, which we proudly support. Read more.
Turn Your Chamber Expo 2024 Booth into a Lead-Generation Machine! - Instructional Workshop on Thursday, July 18  
 
Are you thinking about participating in the 2024 Chamber Business Expo? Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to transform your booth from a blank canvas to a lead-generating machine! Read more.

VISIT SAVANNAH NEWS

Visit Savannah Promotes the City in Germany & Switzerland   

Visit Savannah’s Director of International Sales, Mindy Shea, recently traveled with the Atlanta CVB to Switzerland and Germany, meeting with top tour operators and training travel advisors in those countries. Read more.
Excitement Builds as NACo Annual Conference Set for Savannah in 2027

While attending Destinations International's tourism conference in Tampa, Visit Savannah President and CEO Joseph Marinelli stopped by the Tampa Convention Center to visit with Darrin Crittington, Director of Meetings, and Brian Ramey, CEO of the National Association of Counties (NACo). Read more.
Visit Savannah's Tour and Travel Council Meeting Highlights Discovering the Maritime Wonders at Ships of the Sea Museum

The recent quarterly meeting of the Savannah Tour and Travel Council was a treasure trove of information, offering attendees valuable updates on Visit Savannah initiatives, city reports, and travel schedules. Read more.

MEMBER NEWS

CoolVu Expands to Savannah-Hilton Head: Introducing Innovative Glass and Surface Solutions  

CoolVu, a leading national franchise known for innovative glass and surface solutions, is excited to announce the opening of a new location serving the Savannah-Hilton Head area. Owned by Anthony and LaTosha Morris, this franchise will cater to residential, commercial, and retail clients. Read more.
Savannah SCORE Opens Applications for 2024 "BizPitch Savannah™" Entrepreneurial Competition - Apply by August 11!    

Savannah SCORE now accepting online applications for the 2024 "BizPitch Savannah™" Entrepreneurial Competition. Read more.
The Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce to Host Black Business Expo      

The Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce will host the Black Business Expo, set to take place on Saturday, August 3, at the Hyatt Harborside Ballroom. This highly anticipated event celebrates and showcases local Black, minority, and women-owned businesses. Read more.