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Savannah Chamber Connect

Savannah Chamber Connect

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Savannah Chamber Connect, a podcast from the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, takes you inside the stories and conversations shaping Savannah’s business landscape. From local leaders and entrepreneurs to innovative ideas and economic trends, it connects you to the people and insights driving the region forward.

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  • Building Bridges: Film Commission Insights, Nine Line's Journey, and Ribbon Cuttings

    Building Bridges: Film Commission Insights, Nine Line's Journey, and Ribbon Cuttings
    Aug 4 2026
    This episode of Savannah Chamber Connect features Walker Dalton of the Savannah Regional Film Commission discussing how the commission markets the region, supports productions with permitting and customer service, leverages Georgia incentives and local rebates, and highlights Savannah’s diverse locations, film tourism, and workforce pipeline including SCAD; he also notes recent and current projects such as Comeback King, Road House 2 stunt work, and other units, plus relationship-building travel like Georgia Night in LA. Retired Army Captain Tyler Merritt shares how Nine Line Apparel grew from unit morale shirts into a major brand, explains its rapid product testing and operations, and details Nine Line Foundation efforts supporting nonprofits and initiatives like accessible homes and homeless veterans. Claudette Schomburg outlines the Savannah Chamber’s Ribbon Cutting Council and how businesses and volunteers can get involved. The show previews the free, public 2026 Business Expo and Business Connection on Sept. 24 at Kehoe Iron Works, including booth and sponsorship details. IMPORTANT LINKS: Learn more about the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce Explore upcoming events MEET OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR: STERLING SEACREST PRITCHARD Follow for updates: INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK Bert's Hot Seat: Walker Dalton, Executive Director Savannah Film Commission wdalton@filmsavannah.org Walker Dalton has worked in production and photography for over 20 years. Starting out as a photo editor on Saban’s Power Rangers and moving up to producing photo shoots for ABC, Disney, and NBC. While at NBC he moved into producing the Emmy awards winning Jay Leno’s Garage web-series which then became broadcast show on CNBC for 7 seasons. He left LA in 2018 to produce fashion and documentary films film for the Savannah College Art and Design where he found a love and passion for Savannah production community. Savannah Film Commission - https://www.filmsavannah.org/ Superstar Spotlight: CPT (retired) Tyler Meritt - Founder, Nine Line Foundation https://www.ninelinefoundation.org/meet-the-founder Owner, Nine Line Apparel ninelineapparel.com Nine Line Foundation was founded in 2013 by CPT Tyler Merritt, USA, a member of the Army’s elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. When Tyler, his wife, Angela and brother, Daniel created Nine Line Apparel, their vision was simple: to create a high quality clothing brand to be enjoyed by patriotic Americans around the globe. In the past few years, their brand has grown, and Tyler decided to give back to the community through expanding the Nine Line brand and incorporating the Nine Line Foundation. Council Update: Ribbon Cutting Council Claudette Schomburg Member Services Coordinator, Savannah Chamber of Commerce cschomburg@savannahchamber.com FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Show Opening 00:38 Today’s Guests Preview 01:32 Hot Seat Begins 01:56 Film Commission 101 02:52 Savannah as Backlot 05:03 Film Tourism Buzz 05:58 Incentives and Economics 10:05 SCAD Talent Pipeline 13:24 SCAD Film Festival Impact 15:18 Recent Productions Highlights 19:12 Winning Long Running Series 19:57 Industry Relationship Trips 21:43 Film Work Is Blue Collar 23:15 Meet the Film Commission Team 25:21 Superstar Spotlight Intro 26:01 Nine Line Origins 27:55 Side Hustle Scaling 30:08 Giving Back Mission 31:23 Foundation Impact Stories 34:26 Product Systems Culture 37:25 Savannah Business Advice 39:54 Retail Expansion Plans 45:16 Ribbon Cutting Council 49:56 How Ribbon Cuttings Work 53:36 Join Or Host Events 57:18 Business Expo Details 59:57 Sponsor Thanks Wrap
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    1 Std. und 1 Min.
  • OpenAI Gives Details, Answers Questions About Project Camellia

    OpenAI Gives Details, Answers Questions About Project Camellia
    Jul 28 2026

    In this special Savannah Chamber Connect episode, Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Bert Brantley sits down with Chris Lehane of OpenAI about the company’s major announcement: a $20 billion Project Camellia investment in Effingham County.

    Lehane explains OpenAI’s role in modern AI and ChatGPT’s broad adoption, then outlines why coastal Georgia was chosen—state and local dynamism, port-driven growth, talent and education pipelines, and an industrial-zoned site. He details expected economic impact including 400 initial six-figure jobs growing to 1,000+ and broader ecosystem and supply-chain multipliers, plus an $80 million community investment.

    Addressing concerns raised at an open house, he cites commitments on power (no resident cost impact and added grid flexibility), a closed-loop water system, and ongoing audits. The discussion also covers potential property tax reductions and designing a long-term upgradable facility.

    IMPORTANT LINKS:

    Project Camellia

    Learn more about the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce

    Explore upcoming events

    MEET OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR: STERLING SEACREST PRITCHARD

    Follow for updates:

    INSTAGRAM

    FACEBOOK

    FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

    00:00 Show Intro

    00:29 Welcome and Guest

    01:43 What OpenAI Does

    04:07 Why Effingham County

    06:09 Jobs and Education

    09:04 Economic Ripple Effects

    13:01 Site Choice and Zoning

    14:38 Power Water and Audits

    17:33 Community Investment Plan

    19:59 Taxes and Long Term Vision

    23:58 Project Camellia and Wrap

    25:36 Sponsor and Chamber Outro
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    27 Min.
  • Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present: From George Washington to Banana Ball

    Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present: From George Washington to Banana Ball
    Jul 21 2026

    In this episode of Savannah Chamber Connect, we celebrate Savannah's remarkable story—from the city's role in America's founding to one of its biggest modern-day success stories.

    Burt welcomes Stan Deaton of the Georgia Historical Society for an engaging conversation about Savannah's colonial beginnings, its role during the Revolutionary War, President George Washington's historic visit, and how preserving our past continues to shape the city's future.

    Then, Dee Daniels sits down with Savannah Bananas pitcher Tristan Levesque to talk about his journey to Banana Ball, the unforgettable fan experience that has made the Bananas a national phenomenon, and the personal mission that inspires him to make a difference both on and off the field.

    From history that shaped a nation to a hometown team captivating millions, this episode showcases the people and stories that make Savannah such a special place.

    IMPORTANT LINKS:

    Learn more about the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce

    Explore upcoming events

    From Bert’s Hot Seat: Stan Deaton, Georgia Historical Society

    Get the Latest Events: Samantha Wilkins, Small Business & Events Manager, Savannah Chamber of Commerce

    Savannah Chamber's Superstar Member Spotlight: Trystan Levesque, Savannah Bananas

    MEET OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR: STERLING SEACREST PRITCHARD

    Follow for updates:

    INSTAGRAM

    FACEBOOK
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    40 Min.
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