NEWS

Visit Savannah’s meetings and conventions team continues to drive business opportunities for the city’s hospitality community by hosting a variety of influential site visits last week. Vice President of Sales Kellie Linder recently welcomed meeting planners representing Midwest-based citywide opportunities for 2027 and beyond, highlighting Savannah’s ability to host large-scale events across industries.

• Emerson—Immerse 2027—Scheduled for May 2027, this annual meeting is projected to bring 1,500 peak rooms and 6,500 room nights to Savannah. Planner Carmen Chang toured the city to finalize event logistics and explore its world-class venues.
• Society of Behavioral Medicine – 2029 Annual Meeting – Anticipated to use 600 peak rooms, planners Fiona Cismesia, Sam Wilson, and Lindsay Bullock explored Savannah’s offerings for their attendees.
• US Rubber/Global Polymer Summit 2030 – Representatives Melanie Avdeyev and Lakeha Barkley spent three days in Savannah meeting with Linder, the Savannah Convention Center, and the Westin team to plan for this high-profile event.

From medical associations to global manufacturing leaders, these opportunities showcase Savannah’s versatility and the promising business impact it will have on hotels, meeting venues, and local businesses in the years ahead.