The Savannah Downtown Business Association (SDBA) is proud to announce Genesis of Hilton Head as the 2025 Title Sponsor of the annual Driving Downtown Forward Golf Tournament. The event will take place on November 3rd, 2025 at the historic Savannah Golf Club. Participating event partners include: SAMET, Savannah Bananas, Ghost Pirates, Comcast Business, First Citizens Bank, Enmarket Arena, Coca-Cola, South State Bank and more. The tournament will also feature a meet and greet with pro-golfer Korn Ferry Champion Bryson Nimmer.

Genesis of Hilton Head, part of Vaden Automotive, is committed to supporting initiatives in education, literacy, transportation access, and economic development. This new presenting partnership continues that legacy and aligns with the mission of the Savannah Downtown Business Association: to serve the needs of local business owners and address key issues such as public safety, homelessness, and access to resources and programming that strengthen Savannah’s downtown business landscape. “We are excited to be part of this year’s Driving Downtown Forward Golf Tournament,” said Jane Vaden Thacher, President of Vaden Automotive. “Supporting the downtown business community and fostering entrepreneurship and leadership are core values of Genesis of Hilton Head. We’re proud to contribute to the continued success and growth of Savannah.”

The Savannah Downtown Business Association thanks Genesis of Hilton Head for its partnership and continued commitment to Savannah’s success. “Downtown Savannah is the GENESIS of our city’s commerce, culture, and opportunity—and Vaden’s leadership puts them in the driver’s seat,” said Mia Mance, Executive Director of SDBA. “When businesses and community partners align, we move together toward one goal: a stronger downtown.”

Registration is now open for the Driving Downtown Forward Golf Invitational, presented by Genesis of Hilton Head. Space is limited, and registration will close on October 27th. The Big Ticket Team package includes 18 holes of golf, breakfast, lunch, a post-tournament after-party, and awards. Register today at www.savannahdba.com.