September 24, 2024

Local Business Organizations Unite to Address Lawless Vagrancy in Savannah

Tourism Leadership Council, the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, Visit Savannah, and the Savannah Downtown Business Association released a joint statement this week addressing the ongoing issue of lawless vagrancy in our community. Read more.

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS

Speaker Jon Burns Addresses Tort Reform, Professional Licensing at Rotary Speech      

The Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, Jon Burns, who represents neighboring Effingham County, addressed the Rotary Club of Savannah last week, highlighting two major issues the Chamber has been following – tort and professional licensing reform. Read more.

 
Chamber of Commerce Explores JCB’s Cutting-Edge North American Headquarters    

The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce recently toured the North American headquarters of JCB, one of Great Britain’s leading family-owned businesses, located in Pooler, GA. The JCB North America plant, a 500,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility on 1,000 acres near I-95, Read more.

Join Savannah’s Every Woman’s Marathon Participant Perks Program and Showcase Your Business to 6,000 Athletes!

Every Woman’s Marathon is coming to Savannah on Saturday, November 16, and we are excited to welcome over 6,000 participants to our beautiful city! Be part of the action by creating a special offer exclusive to race participants, and we’ll feature your business in our Participant Perks program. Read more.

Leadership Savannah Class of 2024 Gains Unforgettable Insights on Military Day at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield

The Leadership Savannah Class of 2024 recently participated in a remarkable Military Day, visiting Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield. The day kicked off with a command briefing from the Garrison Commander of Hunter Army Airfield, Read more.

VISIT SAVANNAH NEWS

Visit Savannah and the Savannah Sports Council Land the SEC Volleyball Championship Beginning in 2025

Visit Savannah and the Savannah Sports Council has officially signed a three-year agreement with the Southeastern Conference (SEC) to host the SEC Volleyball Championship at the Enmarket Arena, beginning in 2025. Read more.

Visit Savannah President Speaks to University Students 

Last week, Visit Savannah President & CEO Joseph Marinelli spoke to a class of UGA students at the Governors Conference on Tourism in Atlanta. The topic was the attributes of building a career in the hospitality and tourism industry. About 60 students and other tourism leaders participated in the session. Read more.

Visit Savannah's Senior Director of Sales Provides Destination Update to Meeting Planners

Larry Browder, Senior Director of Sales, recently showcased Savannah as a prime destination for meetings and events, captivating a virtual audience of 29 meeting planners with an engaging update that highlighted the city's unique offerings. Read more.

Vote for Visit Savannah: Nominated for ConventionSouth Readers' Choice Award!   

Visit Savannah, and local partners have been nominated for a ConventionSouth Readers' Choice Award - showcasing the best CVBs, Convention Centers, Meeting Facilities, and Unique Venues in the South! Read more.

Visit Savannah's Research Director Explores Tech Innovations at Southeast Tourism Conference   

Sara Brune, Research Director for Visit Savannah, traveled to Auburn, Alabama, to attend the Southeast Tourism Society (STS) conference. This annual event connects tourism professionals across the southeastern U.S. through knowledge-sharing, Read more.

Member News

Savannah Impact Program Hosts Community Event for Voter Registration, Life Insurance, and Gun Safety Awareness    

The Savannah Impact Program (SIP) is proud to host a community event aimed at empowering and supporting Savannah residents through voter registration, life insurance education, and gun safety awareness. Read more.

SBAC Expands Services with New Technical Assistance Department  

The Small Business Assistance Corporation (SBAC) is proud to announce the launch of its newly established Technical Assistance Department, a key expansion to support the growth and success of small businesses across Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry of South Carolina. Read more.