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Jesse Dillon

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Jesse Dillon

Chief Operating Officer

As Chief Operating Officer, Jesse works closely with companies interested in locating and expanding in Chatham County. She is engaged from the initial project inquiry to announcement and facilitates client needs. Jesse continually develops, implements and manages SEDA’s Business Development strategic plan for developing product, attracting new business and supporting established businesses grow in Chatham County. Jesse supports workforce initiatives developed and identified by the Business Development team to support the continual growth of the Savannah area workforce. Previously, Jesse was Vice President of Business Development. Before her role as Vice President of Business Development she was a project manager for SEDA’s business development team and was WTCSav’s Manager of Programs and Trade Development where she managed inbound trade missions, outbound trade and investment development efforts and the planning, marketing and execution of Global Education Programs.

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SEDA named a 2026 Site Selection Mac Conway Award recipient

The Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA) has been named a recipient of Site Selection magazine’s 2026 Mac Conway Award, recognizing SEDA among the nation’s top regional economic development organizations. This is the seventh time in the past eight years that SEDA has been honored with the award. Named for Site…

07.10.2026

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HMGMA and Kia America Celebrate Production of Kia Sportage Hybrid

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) and Kia America (KUS) celebrated the start of production on June 2, 2026 for its newest vehicle, marking three major milestones for the advanced manufacturing facility: the first Kia model, the first hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), and the third vehicle to be produced at…

06.02.2026

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Ardry Trading Company presented with World Trade Center Savannah International Business of the Year award

World Trade Center Savannah (WTCSav) hosted its seventh annual Prosperity Through Trade Luncheon Wednesday, May 6, in conjunction with World Trade Month. During the luncheon, WTCSav presented the World Trade Center Savannah International Business of the Year Award to Ardry Trading Company. Established in 1940, the Ardry Trading Company serves as…

05.07.2026

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