The Savannah Multicultural Chamber of Commerce is launching their inaugural Business Expo on Saturday Aug. 25 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus, 11935 Abercorn Street in Savannah.

This new initiative is free for all attendees and not only offers inspirational seminars but also showcases local businesses, products and services. SMCC President Russell Canady and his team look forward to creating some open dialogue and engaging members of the Coastal Empire business community as they seek to expand their horizons, make new connections and explore the available resources.

“We know that Savannah’s economy is opportunity-rich at the moment and our organization is committed to opening up these opportunities to all. The August 25 free Expo is designed to guide would-be entrepreneurs and existing business owners through our seminars, which feature an impressive panel of experts. In addition, the event will be a valuable networking opportunity as there will be a number of local companies in attendance offering a wide range of products and services,” Canady said. “We hope to see many people join us at this inaugural event and to make our Expo an annual initiative.”

The free seminars are designed to provide insight and expertise from experts in the field of branding, business planning, the certification process and even becoming an author:

• DBE Certification Process - Tabeter Moore and Terry Day

• Scanning Your Local Business Environment - Dr. Maxine L. Bryant

• So, You Want to Write A Book! - Natarielle Powell

• Envisioning Your Mission - Dr. Dana Taylor

• Build A Brand - Krystal Hart

Maxine Bryant, Interim Associate Provost of Diversity at Georgia Southern and  Expo Panelist, said, “We encourage everybody who is considering starting a business or who is already in business and wants to take it to the next level to join us on August 25.  This enjoyable day will include networking, the opportunity to support local businesses, and the chance to learn from and have questions answered by experts during small group seminars. It is free of charge so there is nothing to lose and everything to gain!”