Over six decades, Marie Osmond has made her mark as a singer, television star, dancer, actor, author and entrepreneur. She will bring that unstoppable energy to Savannah as the keynote speaker at the 21st annual SmartWomen Luncheon & Expo.

Osmond has charmed audiences across the world and across mediums, including television, radio, film, live concerts and Broadway performances. She has made an indelible impact on the world through her philanthropy as well, co-founding the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. This October, the SmartWomen audience will have the chance to hear her stories, triumphs and challenges through Osmond’s own dynamic voice.

The SmartWomen Luncheon & Expo is an annual fundraiser for St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Telfair Mammography Fund. The goal of the Telfair Mammography Fund is to ensure that all women have access to mammography and other breast health services, even if they are underinsured or have no insurance. In our region, approximately 25 percent of the population meets that criterion. With our five locations and our Mobile Mammography Unit, St. Joseph’s/Candler offers that access where women live and work.

Over the last several years, the Telfair Mammography Fund has seen an increase in utilization, and is in constant need of additional monetary support. The SmartWomen Luncheon & Expo has raised over $1.8 million to meet this goal since its inception 21 years ago. Last year alone, SmartWomen raised more than $201,000, a record-breaking total for this event.

We are proud to announce that this year’s presenting sponsor is Hilton Head Lexus and Chatham Parkway Lexus, a strong supporter and longtime contributor to the Telfair Mammography Fund.

“SmartWomen has become the preeminent event of this region, and is highly anticipated every year,” said Winston Pittman, Sr., President/Owner of Hilton Head Lexus and Chatham Parkway Lexus. “There is always a great speaker, a fantastic expo, raffles and so much more, and it’s done in the company of 1,400 new and old friends. But most importantly, the impact that the Telfair Mammography Fund has had on our community is immeasurable. It is our privilege to be the presenting sponsor for this incredible event.”

We also want to thank Savannah Chatham Imaging, who is this year’s Speaker Sponsor.

“We are honored to do our part in making this event not just a fundraising success but also an unforgettable experience for the audience,” said Dr. Jordan Dixon of Savannah Chatham Imaging. “Marie Osmond is an icon and fits perfectly in the line of dynamic, compelling speakers that SmartWomen is known for. We are excited to once again partner with St. Joseph's/Candler for this worthy cause, and look forward to another record-breaking year.”

The 2023 chair of SmartWomen, Carson Wilson, also anticipates we will have another record-breaking year.

“There is so much excitement, even now, months before the event,” Wilson said. “People cannot wait to see what’s offered in the Expo and to hear an inspiring story from our speaker. It is such a special day for everyone, and knowing the effect their dollars will have on uninsured and underinsured women in this region is empowering.”

For more information on SmartWomen sponsorship opportunities, please call the St. Joseph’s/Candler Foundations at 912-819-8683 or email [email protected].