Posts by Bradley Mullis
Creative Coast’s Holiday Shopping Guide
We’re in the final countdown to Christmas and if you’re anything like us, shopping is still at the top of the to-do list. Forget the malls, the boutiques, the touristy…
Read MoreNextDoor Foundation Keeps it Local with $5K Microgrant Opportunities
There’s nothing better than supporting a local business. Nextdoor Foundation and Hello Alice are doing exactly that by offering microgrants for small businesses. But time is running out! You have until this Friday (12/16) to submit your application.
Read MoreFOOD Richmond Hill Finds Local Success in a Competitive Market
It’s a tale as old as time. A small, local business struggles to compete against large corporations flush with cash and a streamlined application process. Nothing about that sentence is shocking to hear. But what if we changed a few words in that sentence? Maybe take out’ struggles to’ and replace it with something like…’ successfully competes?’ That’s Taylor Matthew’s story, and she’s still telling it, five years after she started FOOD Richmond Hill.
Read MoreSavannah Economic Development Authority’s 2023 Annual Meeting to Take Place Jan. 4th
It’s no surprise that we’re into growing our community. That’s been our mission since day one. And we love the collective that supports us through their participation. If you’re interested in seeing how Savannah continues to grow, you’ll enjoy the annual meeting of the Savannah Development Economic Authority.
Read MoreReally-Virtual Strives to Create Opportunity Through Simulated Forklift Training
In 2017, Really-Virtual co-founders Mike Morgan and Peter Chronopoulus came up with an idea to modernize forklift training through a hands-on, simulated experience. In 2018, they launched the Real-Forklift Premium, an affordable forklift simulator that offers what they describe as a learning and retention environment comparable to actual real-world equipment operation.
Read More2022 JA Savannah Business Hall of Fame Set for November 10th
This fall, JA of Coastal Georgia is set to highlight the careers of some of the Coastal Empire’s most noteworthy citizens at the 2022 JA Savannah Business Hall of Fame. The black-tie event takes place annually and isn’t just focused on business accomplishments — these honorees are being acknowledged because of their incredible community support.
Read MoreLearn from World-Class Leadership Experts at Live2Lead Savannah on November 4th
LiveToLead Savannah is happening on Friday, November 4th. The event gives attendees the opportunity to learn from world-class leadership experts, prepare to implement a new action plan. and start leading with renewed passion and commitment.
Read MoreFashion Innovator Danietté Thomas is Paving Her Own Way
This fall Danietté will pitch ARIONNA at Savannah SCORE’s BizPitch competition. The annual business pitch event will feature eight local businesses competing for $10,000 in cash and professional services. You can watch Danietté compete live on November 16th in the Howard Jordan Torian Auditorium at Savannah State University.
Read MoreApplication Window for Veteran Business Plan Competition Closes on Oct. 31st
The year’s Business Plan Competition gives three aspiring or recently-formed veteran business owners the opportunity to pitch their plans in exchange for in-kind legal services and other similar resources. Contestants will pitch live at VETCON in front of a panel of judges on the second day of the conference.
Read MoreVenture Atlanta to Bring Together the South’s Top Founders & Investors this October
The two-day conference started in 2007 with a couple of hundred attendees and 20 investment firms. It has since rapidly grown, now hosting more than 1,200 annual attendees and well over 350 investment funds. This year’s conference is happening on October 19-20th from 10am – 4pm at The Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta.
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