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The Savannah Chamber Weekly Digest
Everything You Need to Know From the Chamber
January 19, 2021
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Late last week, Governor Kemp released his Budget Report for Amended year 2021 and Fiscal Year 2022, where he asked for an additional $1 million for tourism development. This is the highest ever increase in state funds for tourism development. Also, in the budget report, the Governor is requesting that the states bond package include $90 million toward the Savannah Convention Center expansion project, $3.5 million for Savannah Technical College’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Training Program’s expansion and $2.75 million for infrastructure and security improvements at Savannah State University and $12 million for Georgia Southern's Convocation Center construction project, among other things. To see Governor full budget report, click here.
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Join the Savannah Area Chamber for the 2021 Economic Outlook Luncheon at the Savannah Convention Center, Wednesday, February 3. Attendees will receive the 2021 Economic Trends booklet compiled by Georgia Southern University. There will be no registration at the door at this event.
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COVID-19 is still a concern in our community. The following guidelines will be enforced for all networking events:
SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIRED
MASKS REQUIRED WHEN NOT EATING OR DRINKING
HAND SANITIZER WILL BE PROVIDED
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Convention South Media Group has announced their 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards and Visit Savannah made the list! After more than 8,000 readers and fans voted, Visit Savannah, along with the Savannah Convention Center, the Marriott Savannah Riverfront and the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort and Spa were named the South’s best.
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Visit Savannah staffers met last week to participate in a video webinar series called “Destination Tailwind”. The three-part series, produced by Destination Analysts and BVK Marketing, takes a look at the ever-changing world of destination marketing organizations and helps to develop a framework for the future.
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Visit Savannah and Visit Tybee are happy to provide you with a supply of our Insider’s Guides (visitor guides) to display and distribute in your businesses. The Insider’s Guide is chocked full of pertinent visitor information, member listings, and most importantly, advertisements for local-area businesses.
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Check out Java with Joe where Visit Savannah president Joe Marinelli engages in timely and topical dialogue with local tourism leaders.
Last week, Joe interviewed Sherri Spinks, General Manager of the Savannah Convention Center.
Click here to read the interview.
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NEW MEMBERS
Welcome our newest members and remember to do business with our fellow Chamber members!
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RENEWALS
Thank you to these members for their continued support through their membership.
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RIBBON CUTTINGS
Please support your fellow Chamber members by attending these upcoming ribbon cutting and grand opening events!
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
We appreciate our members and each week provide insight about member companies and their services.
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Governor Brian P. Kemp delivered the 2021 State of the State Address before the General Assembly on Thursday. “As we begin a new year, a new legislative session, there are some who want to look to the past, assign blame, settle old scores, and relive and relitigate 2020,” Gov Kemp said. “Today, I think we should take the advice of those wise farmers. Let’s clear the fields and start planting.” Kemp focused on the state’s battle against COVID-19 and efforts to provide relief and emphasized the strength of Georgia’s economy in spite of challenges caused by the pandemic and that Georgia will not face budget cuts this year. Gov. Kemp concluded his address by ensuring Georgians there will be no new taxes. For a transcript of the 2021 State of the State Address, click here.
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Whether you are just starting out or are already in business, join our expert SCORE mentors for "The Business Launchpad". For more information on this free 2-part live online workshop, click here.
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As health and government officials are working to maintain the safety, security, and health of our communities, Savannah area small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy. All Savannah area employers need to consider how best to decrease the spread COVID-19 in their workplace in the event of an outbreak in Chatham and surrounding counties. Click here to explore what resources are available for individuals and businesses at this time.
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