January 14, 2025

Savannah Chamber Leaders Applaud Focus on Litigation Reform at Georgia Chamber’s Eggs & Issues Breakfast 

Savannah was well represented at last week’s Georgia Chamber of Commerce Eggs and Issues breakfast, where attendees from around the state heard about the legislative priorities of Governor Brian Kemp, Lt. Governor Burt Jones and Speaker of the House Jon Burns. Read more.

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Chamber of Commerce 
Economic Outlook Luncheon
 
Ribbon Cutting!
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MEMBER NEWS

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS

Maximize Your Chamber Membership: Join Our Virtual Benefits Bootcamp on January 22

Join us for our Virtual Member Benefits Bootcamp on Zoom Wednesday, January 22, from 10-11 a.m. This is your chance to meet your dedicated Member Services Team and Chamber Ambassador Liaisons, who are here to help you make the most of your Chamber membership and connect with Savannah’s thriving business community. Read more.

Don’t Miss This Episode of the Regulatory Oversight Podcast: Insights on Georgia’s Civil Justice Climate    

For small business owners in Georgia, this episode of the Regulatory Oversight Podcast is a must-listen. David B. Dove, leader of Troutman Pepper Locke’s Regulatory and Economic Investment Practice in Georgia, sits down with Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King to discuss a topic that directly impacts your bottom line: Georgia’s civil justice climate.  Read more.  

VISIT SAVANNAH NEWS

Visit Savannah Team Welcomes SEFVA Back for 26th Year, Celebrating Growth and Exciting Expansion Plans    

The Visit Savannah team—Joseph Marinelli, Jennifer Thompson, and Stephanie Muehlher—recently welcomed back the Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Association (SEFVA) to Savannah. This marks the 26th consecutive year SEFVA has chosen Savannah as the home for its annual convention, which continues to experience steady growth in attendance. Read more.

 

Savannah Shines at PCMA Convening Leaders, Showcasing Expanded Convention Center  

The Visit Savannah team and its partners traveled to Houston this week for one of the industry's premier events, the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Convening Leaders conference.  Read more.

SEC Representatives Meet in Savannah Ahead of 2025 Women’s Volleyball Tournament   

Visit Savannah and Savannah Sports Council staff met with Southeastern Conference (SEC) representatives this week to discuss preparations for the highly anticipated SEC Women’s Volleyball Championships. Representatives from Enmarket Arena and the Savannah Convention Center joined the meeting as Savannah prepares to host the tournament's relaunch in November 2025. Read more.

MEMBER NEWS

Explore Early-Stage Investing with 912 Angels: January 28 VentureSouth Webinar 

Are you curious about early-stage investing or supporting innovative startups in the Southeast? Join us on January 28 at noon for an informative webinar hosted by VentureSouth, one of the largest early-stage investment firms in the U.S.  Read more.