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Grow here with SEDA

Growing your business is an exciting venture as you celebrate your achievements and look forward to future success. But it may also come with a few questions and unknowns along the way.

Let’s just say, they call them ‘growing pains’ for a reason. When you face challenges and you’re not sure what that next step should be, look to SEDA. We will work with you to find the solutions and opportunities to help you achieve smart growth. Every day we work with community partners to develop infrastructure for focus industries just like yours. From finding qualified employees to growing internationally, our Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) program is here to help.

Workforce

Connecting you with highly qualified candidates.

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Workforce Initiatives

Innovative solutions that get the job done.

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Chatham County Career Connection

Chatham County Career Connection

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Incentives

Explore state and local incentives.

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International Companies

Expand your global footprint.

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Education

With award-winning public and private schools, education matters here.

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18%

growth in number of businesses in Savannah, 5.6% higher than the U.S.

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Latest News

RISE to partner on EOA Career and Resource Fair May 21

The Economic Opportunity for Savannah-Chatham County (EOA) will host a Career and Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 21, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Alee Shriners Temple, 100 Eisenberg Dr. The fair is free and open to the public. More than 60 employers are scheduled to attend including: JW…

05.18.2025

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World Trade Center Savannah names Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America 2025 International Business of the Year at Prosperity Through Trade Luncheon

World Trade Center Savannah (WTCSav) hosted its sixth annual Prosperity Through Trade Luncheon Thursday, May 15, in conjunction with World Trade Month. (left to right): World Trade Center Savannah Board of Directors Chairperson John Coleman, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America Chief Administrative Officer Brent Stubbs, Georgia Southern University Vice President…

05.18.2025

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2025 SEDA and WTCSav Board of Directors Meeting Dates

The 2025 Savannah Economic Development Authority and World Trade Center Savannah meeting dates are listed below. All meetings are held at 906 Drayton St. unless otherwise noted. SEDA Board of Directors Meetings 11 a.m. Jan. 15, 8:30 a.m., SEDA Annual Meeting, Savannah Convention Center Feb. 11 April 17 May 13…

02.19.2025

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