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SUMMARY:Buy Local Savannah April Lunch
DESCRIPTION:This month\, Buy Local Savannah is heading over to Coach’s Corner for a deep dive into the power of local partnerships. We’re exploring how your business can successfully team up with our area’s premier colleges and universities to foster growth and innovation. \nHear from our expert panel of representatives: \nBenjamin Tankersley is the Acting Director of Graduate Programs for the Parker College of Business at Georgia Southern University\, where he leads enrollment and student success initiatives. A University of Georgia and Georgia Southern alumnus\, he is a dedicated advocate for the value of graduate business education and is currently preparing for the arrival of twins this summer. \nShed Dawson\, Jr.is the Director for the Savannah State University Career Services & Leadership Development Center and an adjunct professor in Public and Business Administration. A certified career coach and leadership instructor\, he leverages his extensive background in higher education and executive leadership to serve on various local\, regional\, and national boards. \nDr. Debra R. Geiger serves as the Academic Dean for the Business and Technology Division at Savannah Technical College\, overseeing eight academic programs following a successful career as an attorney and mediator. With an MBA and a Juris Doctor\, she remains deeply committed to community service through her work with the Chatham County Board of Registrars and various legal and public service organizations. \nThey’ll discuss the diverse programs they offer and the actionable ways their resources can support your business goals. Learn more about our speakers on our website! \nThis is a lunch you won’t want to miss! Tickets are available now!
URL:https://buylocalsavannah.com/buy-local-event/buy-local-savannah-april-lunch/
LOCATION:Coach’s Corner\, 3016 E Victory Dr\, Thunderbolt\, GA\, United States
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SUMMARY:May Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:An Interactive Lunch with Kenetra Saintilaire \nJoin us for our May Buy Local Savannah lunch as we have an interactive session themed to Mental Health Awareness Month at Wexford Pub! \nWe are thrilled to welcome this month’s guest speaker\, Kenetra Saintilaire\, the visionary founder of Fleurish Creative Studio. Her new studio was also voted Best New Business in Savannah 2025 by the Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce! \nCome network with fellow local leaders and leave with practical strategies to ensure both you and your business continue to “fleurish”! \n📅 Date: Thursday\, May 28th\n⏰ Time: 11AM – 1PM\n🍀 Venue: Wexford Pub
URL:https://buylocalsavannah.com/buy-local-event/may-luncheon/
LOCATION:Wexford | Savannah’s Irish Pub\, 27 Barnard Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch
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SUMMARY:June Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT!!!\n \nA New Venue with Big Views!\nGet ready to elevate your lunch hour—literally! For our June Luncheon\, sponsored and hosted by SCAD\, Buy Local Savannah is taking you to the 17th floor of the stunning\, brand-new River House at SCAD. Come for the networking\, stay for the incredible panoramic views of the river and historic downtown! \n🎙️ We are thrilled to welcome Darrell Naylor-Johnson\, who will be giving us an insider’s look into SCAD\, the Savannah Film Festival\, and how your business can get involved! \n🍽️ On the Menu: We’ll be enjoying a premium\, in-house buffet curated by Bon Appétit. Trust us\, you won’t want to miss this spread. \nTickets are limited for this exclusive new venue space\, so don’t wait to grab yours! \n📅 Date: Thursday\, June 25th\n⏰ Time: 11AM – 1PM\n🏙️ Venue: River House at SCAD\, 17th Floor \n\n\n\n👉 SOLD OUT \nMember Tickets: https://buylocalsavannah.com/member-event-tickets/
URL:https://buylocalsavannah.com/buy-local-event/june-luncheon/
LOCATION:River House at SCAD\, 17th Floor\, 640 Indian St\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch
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SUMMARY:July Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Eat Local and Shop Local!\nThis month’s panel explores the creation of farmers’ markets and why shopping local is so important. Hear from Naja Hayward-Dobson of Sunset Markets\, Asia Harold of  Forsyth Farmers’ Market\, and Cedric Berry and Tony Berry of Berry Farms as they discuss how supporting small farmers\, artists\, and makers help build a stronger local economy and community. \nNaja Hayward-Dobson is an award-winning entrepreneur\, author\, and Founder of Rainmaker Media & Wellness and The Sunset Markets in Savannah\, Georgia. Recognized as an Exceptional Woman in Business and Business Woman of the Year\, she helps women turn their expertise into powerful brands and bestselling books. The author of Manuscript to Millions and three other titles\, Naja also serves on the Board of the Electric Vehicle Association and inspires audiences worldwide through storytelling and strategy. \nAsia Harold is the Executive Director of Forsyth Farmers’ Market\, where she has worked for the past four years. A North Carolina native and graduate of Salem College\, Asia comes from a farming family and has built her career around strengthening local food systems and improving access to healthy food. Asia‘s work focuses on nutrition equity\, SNAP outreach\, and produce prescription programs that connect individuals and families with healthy foods while supporting regional farmers. She is passionate about creating a food system that is both accessible and sustainable for everyone. \nBerry Farms is a family owned and operated farm that consists of four generations that collectively work together with produce\, cattle\, and hay production. Their goal is to continue to grow and nurture the land so that not just the Berry family but other families can have access to fresh pasture-raised meats and seasonal produce. \n📅 Date: Thursday\, July 23rd\n⏰ Time: 11AM – 1PM\n🏙️ Venue: Bethesda Academy \n\nGet your tickets with the form below! \n\nMember Tickets: https://buylocalsavannah.com/member-event-tickets/
URL:https://buylocalsavannah.com/buy-local-event/july-luncheon/
LOCATION:Bethesda Academy\, 9520 Ferguson Ave\, Savannah\, GA\, 31406\, United States
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