Plug and Play Savannah to Host Series of Innovative Events to Transform Logistics

Plug and Play Savannah is proud to announce a series of events designed to  showcase innovative technologies in the supply chain and logistics space. The first event, Innovation Alley, will take place on March 8th at the Savannah Convention Center from 3-5 PM and will serve as a reception immediately following the Georgia Logistics Summit. With 30 startups presenting new solutions focused on maritime, trucking, warehousing, and advanced manufacturing, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the latest developments in the logistics industry.

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Creative Coast Announces Winter/Spring Girls Code Games Sessions

The Creative Coast has announced Winter/Spring 2023 sessions for Girls Code, a youth coding programming for girls in 5th to 8th grade attending Savannah Chatham County Public Schools. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how to code video games using MIT Scratch during the upcoming season’s Girls Code Games. Sessions will run independently of one another and take place from 11AM – 1:30PM at a different Live Oak Public Library branch each week on the following Saturdays: March 4th, March 11th, April 1st, and April 8th. 

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Techstars Startup Weekend Returns to Beaufort this Spring ft. A “Shark-Tank” Pitch Competition for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Get ready for the ultimate entrepreneurial experience! The Beaufort Digital Corridor is bringing Techstars Startup Weekend back to Beaufort on March 24th-26th, 2023, at 1100 Boundary Street. The three-day event will offer a rare opportunity to pitch your startup idea to a panel of judges, network with like-minded entrepreneurs, attend workshops, and receive mentorship from tech industry experts. You don’t need any prior experience in tech or startups, just a collaborative spirit and a passion for entrepreneurship!

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Creative Coast and SCORE Savannah to Partner for March 2nd SHE HUSTLES at the Clyde

SHE HUSTLES is a Creative Coast tri-annual event, where Savannah’s women entrepreneurs and leaders connect, learn, and inspire. The event features an inspirational keynote speaker and panel discussion made up of Savannah women who are paving the way in their industries. The Creative Coast is excited to announce its partnership with SCORE Savannah for the upcoming SHE HUSTLES event, which is set to take place on Thursday, March 2nd, at the Clyde Venue (223 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd). 

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SBDC StartSMART™ Virtual Program Begins March 14th

The UGA Small Business Development Center, a Public Service and Outreach unit of the University of Georgia,  is hosting its annual StartSMART program starting this March. The program will feature eight modules for small business owners in the planning stages of their business. The SBDC  invites small business owners of young companies and entrepreneurs who are in the planning stages of their business to participate in their upcoming SBDC StartSMART™ Program. Seating is limited and an application is required. Only one business per industry will be accepted to participate.

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2023 FedEx Small Business Grant Now Accepting Entries

Each year FedEx hosts the FedEx Small Business Grant Contest, which offers ten finalists the opportunity to win $30k each. FedEx launched the grant opportunity in 2012 with the goal of helping small businesses to enhance their companies. The deadline to submit an entry for the 2023 grant is February 21st.

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