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Please support your fellow Chamber members by attending these upcoming ribbon-cutting and grand opening events, and join us in congratulating the members below who recently hosted a celebration!
Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC) Expands Services with New SavannahLlocation
Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC) celebrated the grand opening of its second location in Savannah on Thursday, August 22. President and CEO Chris Brand cut the ribbon, joined by FODAC Board Chair Lou Alvarado (also the Savannah facility’s Managing Director) and prestigious leaders of the community, including Savannah Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Chair Brad Harmon, Chamber President & CEO Bert Brantley, U.S. Representative Buddy Carter, and State Director of the Office of U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock, Bee Nguyen. The Savannah location has partnered with the Goodwill of Southeast Georgia, which enhances FODAC’s ability to collect gently used home medical equipment (HME). The HME items will be collected from the public at all 17 Goodwill retail stores around the coastal area, including wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and all types of mobility aids and assistive technology needed by people with injuries, illnesses or disabilities to remain independent and active in their communities. Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC) of Atlanta, a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities, is a nationally recognized leader in medical reuse equipment and the largest organization of its kind in the world. To learn more, please visit here.
StretchLab Savannah Celebrates New Ownership and Community Appreciation
StretchLab Savannah hosted a member appreciation party this summer to celebrate new ownership and to thank loyal patrons and the community for their continued support during the transition. Owner Andrew Noll cut the ribbon, joined by his family, staff, and industry partners, including fellow Chamber member Pure Sweat Sauna Studios. The party marked a new beginning for StretchLab Savannah, with a mission to expand their services and deliver even higher results for their members. StretchLab Savannah helps each move to live better with a highly specialized team of Flexologists with expertise in flexibility, mobility, strength, and fitness. StretchLab’s mission is to transform 10,000 lives by the end of 2030. That is achieved by delivering the best in class stretching & mobility services through their team of the highest certified and most experienced professionals. To learn more, please visit here.
Upcoming
Spa Bleu
Date: Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Time: 5 PM
Location: 101 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Spa Bleu invites the community to “The Renewed Debut of Spa Bleu,” our grand reopening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, September 10 at 5 p.m. Celebrate the spa’s return after the fire with specialty cocktails, light bites, music, discounts, and giveaways. Discover a renewed oasis of tranquility and wellness in the heart of downtown Savannah. At Spa Bleu, we aim to provide an exceptional wellness experience by offering quality, thoughtful services in an inclusive and relaxed environment. We believe that self-care is an essential part of a balanced and fulfilling life, and we strive to create a sanctuary where anyone can indulge in rejuvenation and tranquility. Ultimately, our mission is to be more than just a spa; we aspire to be a haven of self-care where individuals can embark on a transformative journey toward well-being. With our unwavering dedication to quality, thoughtfulness, inclusivity, and relaxation, we aim to inspire and empower our guests.
Southern Tide
Date: Friday, September 13, 2024
Time: 3 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: 300 W River St, Unit 6 D, Savannah GA 31401 | Plant Riverside
Southern Tide, your coastal lifestyle apparel brand, is hosting a ribbon cutting to celebrate the grand opening of our new location at 300 W River St in the Plant Riverside District of historic downtown Savannah on Friday, September 13, from 3 PM – 3:30 PM. Please come out to check out our new store and join us in cutting the ceremonial red ribbon. Founded in 2006, Southern Tide is a coastal lifestyle apparel brand that embodies a Southern state of mind and adventurous spirit. Southern Tide is best known for its Skipjack Polo, which many deem the most comfortable premium polo shirt. Innovative yet timeless in its youthful style, Southern Tide offers an array of apparel and accessory products for men, women, and kids that deliver their authentic lifestyle through quality, experience, and service.
Komar Distribution Services Savannah Facility
Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: 2119 Oracle Parkway, Ellabell, GA 31308
Komar Distribution’s newest state-of-the-art climate-controlled facility is now open. To celebrate, a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Charlie Komar will mark the occasion on Thursday, September 26, from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Komar Distribution Savannah Facility specializes in eCommerce, cross-dock carton in/out, transload, drayage, and domestic transportation. This facility boasts 132 cross-dock doors and 55,000 pallet positions. We are conveniently located just 24 miles from the port and 2.5 miles from the Hyundai EV Megaplant and promise a temperature-controlled environment ensuring the comfort and retention of associates. Our facility operates 24/7 to support both receiving and Komar drayage services.
Ethan Allen
Date: Thursday, October 3, 2024
Time: 11 AM
Location: 5525 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31405 | Abercorn Walk Shopping Center
Ethan Allen – the interior design destination – is hosting a ribbon cutting in honor of their renewed Chamber membership on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at 11 am. Ethan Allen was named America’s #1 Premium Furniture Retailer by Newsweek and is a leading interior design destination combining state-of-the-art technology with personal service. Vertically integrated from product design through logistics, we manufacture about 75% of our custom-crafted products in our North American manufacturing facilities and have been recognized for product quality and craftsmanship since 1932. Stop by our ribbon cutting and meet one of our designers for complimentary design services or come in and check out our design studio!
Live Oak Construction Supply, Inc.
Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024
Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
Location: 82 Columbia Dr, Pooler, GA 31322
Live Oak Construction Supply is thrilled to announce the grand opening of our third Georgia location on Thursday, October 24, from 11 AM – 2 PM. We want you to be a part of the celebration! Join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony as we mark this exciting milestone. This event is more than just a celebration—it’s an opportunity to network with industry colleagues and experts, enjoy delicious food, and participate in a drawing to win a Big Green Egg grill, with proceeds benefiting the SD Gunner Fund. Since 1986, Live Oak Construction Supply has partnered with professional contractors and the construction industry to provide high-quality equipment, tools, and materials. From estimates and deliveries to rentals and repairs, Live Oak offers a full-service approach to support construction projects from pre-bid to closeout.