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Last week, the Chamber of Commerce and Startup Savannah hosted an insightful discussion on small business and economic development, featuring Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. In today’s economic climate, small business owners are facing complex challenges—from inflation and workforce shifts to access to capital and regulatory changes. Drawing on his own experience as a small business owner, Secretary Raffensperger offered perspective on how resilience, innovation, and strategic partnerships can help businesses not only survive but thrive in Savannah’s innovative regional economy. The roundtable explored practical strategies and collaborative solutions to help entrepreneurs navigate volatility and build long-term success to serve the Savannah business community.