Bell Appointed SBA Administrator

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced the appointment of Ashley Daniel Bell, Esq. as Regional Administrator for SBA Region IV, which covers Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Bell comes from Gainesville, Georgia and brings with him a wide range of experience. Bell was sworn in to his new position on February 26 … Continue reading “Bell Appointed SBA Administrator”

Savannah State Gala Will Raise Scholarship Funds

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

Savannah State University’s (SSU) President’s Scholarship Gala will be held Saturday, April 7, 7:30 p.m. at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center. Net proceeds from the university’s premier fundraising event will support student scholarships. With the theme of “An Intellectual Renaissance,” SSU will celebrate the rich culture of the 1920s Harlem Renaissance while recognizing the scholars and community leaders … Continue reading “Savannah State Gala Will Raise Scholarship Funds”

Savannah Beauty Culturist League’s “Business Spotlight – Wanda Chaplin”

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

The Savannah Beauty Culturist League Inc. will be celebrating their 56th anniversary on Sunday, March, 25, 2018 at the Temple of Glory Community Church located at 1105 Stiles Ave., beginning at 10 a.m. Dr. Ruby Walker, President encourages all members to be in attendance. Also invited to celebrate this joyous occasion are professional cosmetologists, barbers, nail technicians, estheticians and beauty … Continue reading “Savannah Beauty Culturist League’s “Business Spotlight – Wanda Chaplin””

50th Anniversary of Rev., Dr. Martin Luther King’s Assassination To Be Commemorated

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

Rev., Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968 in Memphis, Tennessee. A commemorative service to remember that dark day in American history will be held in Savannah, Georgia on Wednesday April 4, 2018 at 6:00 pm at the First African Missionary Baptist Church, Franklin Square. A coalition of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Association, … Continue reading “50th Anniversary of Rev., Dr. Martin Luther King’s Assassination To Be Commemorated”

SSU Students Served As Delegates At The 27th Session of Harvard World Model United Nations

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

Savannah State University (SSU) students served as delegates at the 27th session of Harvard World Model United Nations (WorldMUN) held in Panama City, Panama, March 12-16. SSU represented Romania and Spain, and engaged with more than 1,400 students from 85 different countries across the globe. SSU students participating in the Harvard WorldMUN conference were: Taylor Bontrager, a senior biology major … Continue reading “SSU Students Served As Delegates At The 27th Session of Harvard World Model United Nations”

Council Approves Next Phase of Truman Trail

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

The City of Savannah Mayor and Council voted today to award the design services contract for the phase of the Truman Trail that stretches from Daffin Park to Jenkins High School to Thomas and Hutton Engineering. Thomas and Hutton will collaborate with the Sustainability Office to create a design and engineer the next phase of the Truman Linear Park Trail. … Continue reading “Council Approves Next Phase of Truman Trail”

Women’s History Month

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

Before there was Oprah, Ariana Huffington, and Sheryl Sandberg, there was Sarah Breedlove. Sarah – better known as Madam C.J. Walker – was the first woman entrepreneur in history. This week during Women’s History Month, we’re going to take a look back at her accomplishments and how she shaped the business world for women today. Gain knowledge and experience first. … Continue reading “Women’s History Month”

Local Nutritionist – Cancer Expert Speaks at CAM for Cancer Conference

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

Dozens of National and International Cancer Experts gathered in West Palm Beach, Fla March 1-3 for the 12th Annual Complementary & Alternative Cancer Therapies conference The conference presented in part by the Annie Appleseed Project consisted of 3 days of sessions teaching, motivating and cheering hundreds of cancer patients, cancer survivors, along with their families and friends. The goal is … Continue reading “Local Nutritionist – Cancer Expert Speaks at CAM for Cancer Conference”

“The Business Model Canvas”

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

There are many moving parts in every business. Customer service. Finances. Competition. Marketing. How do you, as a business manager or owner, deal with all of them? “The Business Model Canvas” is a practical and effective tool that will help you identify, align and more efficiently manage every aspect of your business. The SCORE Seminar will be held on Thursday, … Continue reading ““The Business Model Canvas””

Historical Marker Approved For Carver Founder

By Savannah Tribune | March 21, 2018

On March 15, 2018, the Savannah City Council unanimously approved a motion by Alderman Bill Durrence, seconded by Alderman Van Johnson, to place a historical marker honoring Carver State Bank founder and first President, Louis B. Toomer, in Chatham Square. During the Council meeting, Fifth District Alderman Dr. Estella Shabazz spoke about the historic significance of the Council’s action. Shabazz … Continue reading “Historical Marker Approved For Carver Founder”