Employee Retention Credit Still Available for Some Small Businesses

By The Creative Coast | July 28, 2023

As a small business owner navigating the financial challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be eligible to claim the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) on your taxes. This tax credit, introduced by the United States government as part of the CARES Act, aims to provide financial relief to businesses that retained their employees during the economic hardship caused by the pandemic.

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Antares Capital Announces $20k Antares REACH Grant Opportunities for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs

By The Creative Coast | July 24, 2023

Antares Capital has taken a significant step towards fostering inclusivity and empowerment within the entrepreneurial landscape by announcing the launch of the second round of the Antares REACH Grant Program. Geared towards supporting entrepreneurs from historically underrepresented groups (HUGs) who lead venture-scalable businesses, this initiative aims to bridge the funding gap that has hindered many early-stage business owners from minority backgrounds. By providing a platform for these visionary leaders to unleash their full potential, the program seeks to fuel their growth trajectories and foster innovation.

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Clean Energy Roadshow Showcases the Future of Sustainable Transportation in Georgia

By The Creative Coast | July 12, 2023
Logo for Clean Energy Roadshow

The Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow, now in its 13th annual edition, took place recently, bringing together industry leaders, government officials, and community representatives to explore the latest advancements in sustainable transportation. Organized by Event Energy Partners and Clean Cities Georgia, this educational series, hosted by PSC Vice Chairman Tim Echols, featured four tour stops in Savannah, Augusta, Peachtree City, and Albany, where attendees had the opportunity to witness groundbreaking technologies in action.

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SHE HUSTLES x Startup Runway 2023 Celebrates Women Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs

By The Creative Coast | June 26, 2023

The air was humming as people poured into the Clyde Venue on Thursday for a summer SHE HUSTLES x Startup Runway event. SHE HUSTLES always has great attendance thanks to its vibrant crowd and close-knit community, and this time was no different with a sold-out evening. While SHE HUSTLES didn’t see a change in attendance, this event did bring something new to the table.

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BizPitch Savannah™ Competition Returns, Offering Local Entrepreneurs the Chance to Win Over $10,000 in Prizes

By The Creative Coast | June 26, 2023
Three women entrepreneurs hold a giant check for $30,000 made out to "BizPitch Savannah 2022 Winner"

Get ready for the return of the annual BizPitch Savannah™ Entrepreneurial Competition, a dynamic Shark Tank-style event organized and presented by the Savannah Chapter of SCORE. This highly anticipated competition brings together the city’s most promising entrepreneurs, offering them an opportunity to pitch their business ideas to a panel of esteemed judges.

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Hyundai and LG announce $4.3 billion plant in Bryan County to build batteries for electric vehicles

By The Creative Coast | May 30, 2023

Hyundai Motor Group and LGES signed a memorandum of understanding to produce EV batteries in the U.S. and further accelerate the Group’s electrification efforts in North America. The signing ceremony took place in LGES’s headquarters in Seoul on May 26 with the attendance of Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company and Youngsoo Kwon, CEO of LG Energy Solution. The new battery cell JV will be located in Bryan County, Savannah, Georgia where Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America is currently being built.

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