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Savannah’s Small Business Week Gets a Fresh Start
Savannah, GA, USA,Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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Savannah’s Small Business Week 2024
May 4 – May 8
🎉 Highlights
Mayor’s Small Business Conference
Date: May 6
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civic CenterReverse Trade Show
Time: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m., immediately after the conference
Purpose: Vendors meet companies looking for suppliers
Both events share a single registration portal (open online until April 24 or earlier if spots fill).
Why It Matters
Small businesses drive Savannah’s economy by:
- Creating jobs
- Boosting local neighborhoods
- Fostering innovation
Attendees can network, share resources, and uncover new opportunities.
Daily Schedule
| Day | Event |
|---|---|
| May 4 | Ribbon‑cutting ceremony at Johnson Square – “Shop Small in Savannah.” |
| May 5 | Free community gathering (details TBD). |
| May 6 | Mayor’s Conference + Reverse Trade Show. |
| May 7 | Breakfast: Connect small & minority businesses with upcoming procurement projects. Startup Savannah Pitch Competition – 15 entrepreneurs, $5 000 in cash prizes. |
| May 8 | Closing celebration (details TBD). |
How to Join
- All events are free but spots are limited.
- Register via the city’s website before April 24.
- 167 businesses have already signed up—don’t miss out!
“Support local commerce, support Savannah.”
— City of Savannah
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