October 15, 2024

Make Your Voice Heard: Early Voting is Now Open in Chatham County

The opportunity to make your voice heard has arrived. Early voting is officially open in Chatham County, and now is the time to exercise your right to vote. Your vote matters whether you're passionate about local issues, national policies, or community leaders. Read more.

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS

Georgia EPD Issues Permits for Water Wells to Support HMGMA

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (Georgia EPD) approved permits for wells that will support Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) and related developments last week. This decision followed a rigorous analysis by the Georgia EPD assessing the impact these developments will have on the area's water supply. Read more.  

Savannah Welcomes U.S. House Minority Whip Katherine Clark for Discussions on Workforce

Jennifer Davenport, Vice President of Community Affairs at the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, recently joined Mayor Van Johnson and Representative Edna Jackson in welcoming U.S. House Minority Whip Katherine Clark to Savannah.  Read more.  

Chamber Partners with Low-Cost Pharmacy for On-Site Flu Vaccination Clinic

The Savannah Area Chamber, in partnership with Low-Cost Pharmacy, provided an easy and convenient opportunity for team members to receive flu shots on-site at the 101 East Bay Street offices last week. Read more.

New Member Bootcamp | October 23

Join us on Zoom on Wednesday, October 23, from 10-11 a.m. for our Virtual Member Benefits Bootcamp! Get to know your dedicated Member Services Team and Chamber Ambassador Liaisons. They're your partners in maximizing your Chamber membership and connecting with Savannah's vibrant business community.  Read more.

VISIT SAVANNAH NEWS

Visit Savannah Team Represents at IMEX in Las Vegas

Last week, members of Visit Savannah, including Jeff Hewitt, Kellie Linder, Jennifer Thompson, and Ginger McCoy, joined forces with two representatives from the Savannah Convention Center, the Westin, Hyatt, Perry Lane, Alida, Outside Brands, ETHOS, and Juice Studios to attend IMEX in Las Vegas. Read more.

Destinations International President and CEO Don Welsh Visits Savannah to Discuss Industry Trends 

Last week, Don Welsh, President and CEO of Destinations International (DI), spent time in Savannah, engaging with the Visit Savannah Board of Directors and staff.  Read more.

Savannah Sports Council and Savannah Convention Center Attend TEAMS Conference in Anaheim   

Kristyn Smith and Sarah Iocovozzi with the Savannah Sports Council and Dayna Mercer from the Savannah Convention Center attended the prestigious TEAMS (Travel, Events and Management in Sports) Conference in Anaheim, California.  Read more.

Visit Savannah Wins Prestigious Platinum MarCom Award   

We’re thrilled to announce that Visit Savannah’s “Surprisingly Savannah Mobile Tour” has received the Platinum MarCom Award for Strategic Communications | Marketing/Promotion Campaign | Integrated Marketing—the highest recognition given by the MarCom Awards. Read more.

VISIT TYBEE NEWS

Tybee Island Info Hut Closes for Winter, Returning Memorial Day 2025

As the summer season winds down, the Tybee Island Info Hut will close for the fall and winter. It will reopen on Memorial Day weekend in 2025... Read more.

Joyce Walker Retires After 8 ½ Years at Tybee Island Visitor Information Center  

Joyce Walker, First Impression Specialist at Tybee Island Visitor Information Center, retired after 8 ½ years of service this week.  Read more.

MEMBER NEWS

United Way Activates Rapid Response Disaster Fund  

In response to Hurricane Helene, United Way of the Coastal Empire has activated the Rapid Response Disaster Fund for Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, and Long counties in partnership with County Emergency Management Agencies. Read more.

SBA Opens Second Business Recovery Center in Georgia 

Last week, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the opening of a second Business Recovery Center (BRC) in Georgia at the Savannah Entrepreneurial Center. Read more.