Features

• New Podcast Episode Features Sterling Seacrest Pritchard, Tybee Island Marine Science Center and Business Expo Tips

  July 14, 2026

  The latest episode of Savannah Chamber Connect brings together business leadership, community engagement, and coastal stewardship through conversations that spotlight the people and organizations shaping the Savannah region.

• Savannah State University to Host Signature Mid-Year Economic Outlook Featuring Federal Reserve Economist

  July 13, 2026

  Savannah State University’s College of Business Administration will host Dr. David E. Altig, executive vice president and chief economic adviser for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, for the Second Annual Mid-Year Economic Outlook, one of the university's premier signature events connecting higher education, business and public policy.

• Kevin Price Starts as President of Georgia Ports

  July 10, 2026

  Kevin Price has officially stepped into his position as President of the Georgia Ports Authority on July 1st.. “I’m excited for our employees and all our stakeholders because Kevin is the perfect candidate to take GPA and our Team to the next level,” said CEO Griff Lynch.

• Top 8 Products Announced in Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Competition

  July 10, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced today the Top 8 finalists in the second annual Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition, presented by Synovus, now merged with Pinnacle Financial Partners. After thousands of votes from across the country and around the world, only eight Georgia-made products remain in the bracket-style competition celebrating the innovation, craftsmanship, and manufacturing excellence that power Georgia's economy.

• Georgia Southern Q1 2026 Economic Monitor: Savannah Metro Area Growth Stalled

  July 09, 2026

  Economic growth in the Savannah metro area economy slowed substantially in the first quarter of 2026, according to Georgia Southern University’s newly released Q1 2026 Economic Monitor.

• Savannah Earns Top-Tier Ranking in Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards

  July 09, 2026

  Savannah has once again earned national recognition as one of America's premier travel destinations, ranking No. 3 in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2026.

• Georgia Council for the Arts Awards 179 Organizations $1.3 Million in Grant Funding

  July 09, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Economic Development team specialized in empowering arts and culture, Georgia Council for the Arts, today announced that $1.3M in competitive grant funding will be distributed to recipients in 37 counties across the state through its fiscal year 2027 General Operating Support, Project, and Arts Education Program grants.

• Gov. Kemp Leads Economic Development Mission to Scotland and Ireland

  July 09, 2026

  Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that he and First Lady Marty Kemp are leading an international mission this week to foster economic relationships in Scotland and Ireland, including a meeting with Executive Chair Euisun Chung and other senior leadership from Hyundai Motor Group and Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Prime Minister of Ireland.

• Savannah’s Brampton Road Connector Opens July 16th

  July 08, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Transportation will open a high-volume freight corridor in Savannah July 16th, streamlining the flow of goods at one of the fastest growing ports in the U.S. The $126 million Brampton Road Connector is a new four-lane highway linking Garden City Terminal’s Gate 3 directly to the interstate system, removing at-grade rail crossings and truck traffic from local neighborhoods.

• From Pennies to Protests, New Georgia Laws Alter Penalties, Programs and Protections

  July 07, 2026

  New state laws took effect Wednesday, bringing new mandates that will change life for Georgians in both obvious and unseen ways.

• Georgia Launches New Office of Education and Workforce Strategy

  July 07, 2026

  Effective, July 1, 2026, the Governor's Office of Student Achievement (GOSA) officially becomes the Governor's Office of Education and Workforce Strategy (GOEWS), marking a significant evolution in how Georgia coordinates education and workforce policy under one roof.

• Georgia Historical Society Elects Clyde Tuggle as Board Chair & Adds Riley Blount, BJ Green, & T. Dallas Smith to Board

  July 06, 2026

  The Georgia Historical Society is pleased to announce the election of three distinguished leaders to its Board of Curators: Riley Blount, BJ Green, and T. Dallas Smith, which were at the Society’s 187th Annual Meeting, held at the Georgia Historical Society headquarters in Savannah.

• Shenequa Gresham Named Permanent President and CEO of the Matthew Reardon Center for Autism

  July 06, 2026

  Matthew Reardon Center for AutismThe Matthew Reardon Center for Autism is proud to announce that Shenequa Gresham has been appointed permanent President and CEO, following her tenure as interim leader of the organization.

• G800 Marks Gulfstream’s 800th Speed Record, Sets Farthest Fastest Flight in Business Aviation History

  July 06, 2026

  Gulfstream Aerospace announced two major milestones: The company’s next-generation G800 achieved the Gulfstream fleet’s 800th city pair speed record and then completed the farthest fastest flight in business aviation history.

• Savannah Mayor, Clerk of Council Receive Prestigious State Municipal Awards

  July 01, 2026

  City of Savannah Mayor Van Johnson, and City of Savannah Clerk of Council Mark Massey, are recipients of the 2026 Georgia Municipal Association’s Georgia Municipal Government Hall of Fame Award and the 2026 Georgia Municipal Clerks Association Clerk of the Year Award, respectively.

• Jamie McCurry Joins Savannah’s Heritage Capital Group Team

  June 30, 2026

  Heritage Capital Group is pleased to announce the appointment of former Georgia Ports Authority leader Jamie McCurry as an industry specialist in its Savannah office.

• Governor Brian Kemp Awarded GMA's Georgia Key Citizen Award

  June 30, 2026

  GMA presented Governor Brian P. Kemp with the Georgia Key Citizen Award during GMA’s Annual Convention in Savannah on Sunday, recognizing his steadfast support of local government and his lasting contributions to communities across the state.

• Leopold’s Ice Cream and EmployAbility Celebrate 75 Years with Special Anniversary Flavor

  June 26, 2026

  Community members, supporters, and local leaders gathered at Leopold’s Ice Cream on Broughton Street Tuesday morning as EmployAbility kicked off the celebration of its 75th anniversary with the launch of a special limited time flavor, “EmployAbility Crunch.”

• Two Savannah Made Standouts Compete for Coolest Thing Made in Georgia

  June 25, 2026

  The 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition is officially underway, and Savannah has two standout products in the statewide bracket: the Hyundai IONIC 5 and the Gulfstream G700.

• General Assembly Concludes Special Session With More Campaign Fodder, Few Results

  June 25, 2026

  The 2026 special session of the Georgia General Assembly may be remembered more for what did not happen than for what did.

• Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: Georgia’s Competitive Edge Starts with Energy

  June 25, 2026

  Georgia’s economic success story did not happen by accident. Behind that success is something most Georgians rarely think about until it disappears: reliable energy infrastructure.

• Georgia Tech-Savannah Leadership Transition Underway Following Retirement

  June 24, 2026

  Georgia Tech has named Peter Rubow, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives in the College of Lifetime Learning, as interim executive director of Georgia Tech-Savannah following the retirement of longtime campus leader Diane Lee. The Institute will begin a search for a permanent executive director in the coming months.

• Fostering Success Act Spotlight: Millard Choate

  June 23, 2026

  Millard Choate, founder of Choate Construction Company, shares why he views the Fostering Success Act as both a moral responsibility and a high-impact investment in Georgia’s future workforce. By redirecting taxes they already owe, business leaders can provide critical support for youth aging out of foster care while strengthening our state’s economy at no cost.

• Legislature Kills Sales Tax for Property Tax Swap

  June 23, 2026

  Democrats in the Legislature on Monday closed the door on Republican proposals to implement new local sales taxes to offset homeowner property tax bills.

• Keep Savannah/Hilton Head International on Top: Vote for the Nation’s #1 Airport

  June 22, 2026

  The Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport continues to soar to new heights—and our community couldn’t be prouder. As we celebrate six years of excellence, we’re reminding travelers and residents alike why SAV stands out as a premier gateway to the Lowcountry.

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