On August 22, 2023, the Sylvester-Worth County Chamber of Commerce hosted an insightful presentation by Georgia Chamber of Commerce CEO Chris Clark at the Worth County Community Center. We would like to thank Chris Clark, Riffany Holmes, and Morgan Law for coming to Worth County and taking the time to update our community on what is to come in the "Future of Small Business".

The presentation focused on the NEW Georgia economy, and how to better navigate for our businesses, students, and our community as a whole. Chris Shipp, our Membership Committee Chair and owner of Shipp Shape Lawn Service, welcomed everyone and thanked our sponsors. Without them, these events cannot happen.

Mr. Will Peterson introduced our Guest Speaker, Chris Clark, who spoke on the New Georgia Economy. Ms. Tammy McCrary had the pleasure of presenting Chris Clark with an original art piece from local artist Alison Kilcrease.

The room was full of over 100 attendees including small business owners, non-profit leaders, educators, community leaders, students, and Chamber members.

The Workforce Bootcamp Committee and the Worth County School Systems and CTAE Program were on hand to help set up and break down the event. The Worth County High School Culinary class prepared sack lunches for the event.

We would also like to thank Nehemiah Cummings and Justin Judy for setting up the sound system, Tammy McCrary for helping prevent and manage technical issues, the Worth County Board of Commissioners, and the Worth County EDA for the use of the Community Center.