August 19, 2025 

Chamber Announces Updates to Local Legislative Policy Agenda  
 
With valuable input from our membership, the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce has updated its Local Legislative Policy Agenda. The Chamber works closely with local elected officials each year to advance policies that strengthen our community and economy. Read more▶

UPCOMING EVENTS
Weekly Update!
Member Ribbon Cuttings
Member Services Day 
Ships of the Sea
Speed Networking!
Junior Achievement Colonial Group
Discovery Center  

MEMBER NEWS

SAVANNAH CHAMBER NEWS

Be Prepared: Get Real-Time Updates from the City of Savannah     
 
Be the first to know about local emergencies. The City of Savannah’s RAVE Alert System sends real-time notifications about severe weather, road closures, public safety incidents, boil-water advisories, and more—by text, email, or phone. Read more ▶  
2025 LEADS Trip to Nashville Sells Out  
 
The Savannah Area Chamber's 2025 LEADS trip to Nashville has officially sold out, with 77 leaders from six counties set to participate. Over three days, the agenda will feature panels... Read more▶
Honoring Savannah’s Business Leaders with Trustees Appreciation Month  
 
The Trustees Council unites corporate CEOs and senior executives who provide strategic guidance that extends beyond the work of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. Their insight influences policy, drives economic growth, and strengthens Savannah’s business climate—benefiting every company and individual who calls our region home. Read more▶

VISIT SAVANNAH NEWS

Going Bananas for Best Practices!    

The Visit Savannah marketing team headed to Arizona last week for ESTO, the industry’s premier conference for destination marketers. Sessions spotlighted emerging trends and practical best practices. Read more▶

Visit Savannah Welcomes New Destination Services Coordinator, Danett Feldman    

Visit Savannah welcomes Danett Feldman as the organization's new Destination Services Coordinator.Danett's career in hospitality began after college in Aspen, where she quickly advanced from front desk team member to concierge. She relocated to Savannah in 2005... Read more▶  

SPORTS COUNCIL NEWS

Georgia Southern's Women's Volleyball Takes Home Court at Enmarket Arena - TICKETS ON SALE NOW!    
 
The Savannah Sports Council, in partnership with Enmarket Arena, will present a special preseason Women's Volleyball Exhibition Match featuring Georgia Southern University versus the University of South Carolina on Friday, August 23, at 4 p.m. Read more▶ 
Buy Your Tickets NOW for Five Days of SEC Volleyball Action in Savannah November 21 -25!  
 
Be part of every serve, spike, and championship point— all-session tickets for the 2025 SEC Volleyball Tournament are on sale now! From November 21–25, all 16 SEC teams will clash at Enmarket Arena ... Read more▶ 

MEMBER NEWS

Georgia Southern University Hosts Fall 2025 Career Showcase  
 
Georgia Southern University will host its Fall 2025 Career Showcase on September 16–17 at the Statesboro Campus. This two-day event will connect students and job seekers with opportunities across a wide range of industries in our region. Read more▶