GEDA 2025 Annual Conference
Hyatt Regency Savannah
2 West Bay StreetSavannah, GA 31401-1107
United States
Please join us in Savannah on Wednesday, September 17th through Friday, September 19th for our Annual Conference. Our event takes place at The Hyatt Regency Savannah. We have a great program lineup along with fun networking events and optional activities this year!
Thank You to Our Generous Yearly Sponsors!
Champion Circle Sponsors
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Winners Circle Sponsors
Registration Type
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Early Bird RatesUntil 8/14/25 |
Regular Rates8/15/25 - 9/19/25 |
Full Conference Registration |
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Members | $415 | $475 |
Non-members | $535 | $595 |
One-Day Registration |
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Members | $205 | $235 |
Non-Members | $230 | $260 |
THURSDAY OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Registration for optional activities can be found through the conference registration page. Click the orange "Register Now" button and the top of the screen. All activities take place on Thursday afternoon, September 18th.
If you are already registered for the event but would like to go back in and add an activity, click the "Register Now" button and type your name into the "Add Attendee" line and then Continue.
- Golf Tournament at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club ($150)
- Sporting Clays ($120)
- SOLD OUT - Georgia Ports Authority Tour by Boat ($75). To be added to the wait-list complete this form.
- SOLD OUT - Cooking Class at the Savannah Culinary Institute ($150). To be added to the wait-list complete this form.
STAYING IN SAVANNAH
The link to the GEDA hotel room block at Hyatt Regency will be sent in your registration confirmation e-mail. The GEDA negotiated rate is available until 8/25/25, subject to availability. Rooms start at $223.
See these fantastic speakers and more at the GEDA 2025 Annual Conference!
Barbara Rivera Holmes
Commissioner, Georgia Department of Labor
Christopher Lloyd, Sr.
VP & Director, Infrastructure & Economic Development
McGuireWoods Consulting LLC
Dr. David Gattie
Associate Professor of Engineering
University of Georgia College of Engineering
Agenda
September 17 | |
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM | Opening Session, General Session |
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM | Break with Sponsors/Door Prizes |
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM | Sessions |
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Welcome Reception |
September 18 | |
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Buffet Breakfast |
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM | Door Prizes & Opening Remarks |
8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | Sessions |
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM | Break with Sponsors |
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Sessions |
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Optional Thursday Afternoon Activities |
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Reception |
September 19 | |
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Buffet Breakfast |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | Awards & Updates |
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Session |
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Break with Sponsors |
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Session |
Sponsorship Information
Click the link below to access information on sponsorship opportunities for this year's workshop. Contact Cecilia Arango, Sponsorship Chair at arango.c@tandh.com for more information!
If you are already registered for the conference but would like to add a sponsorship to your registration, click the "Register Now" button and type your name into the "Add Attendee" line.
SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES HERE
Exhibitor Setup is Wednesday, September 17th, 8 am - 1 pm.
Deadline to have logo printed on signage is Thursday, August 28th. Any sponsor purchases beyond this date will only be on digital promotions.
A registrant who does not submit a written cancellation, or attend the Annual Conference, is considered a "No-Show.” No-Shows are not eligible for refunds or credits, and are still liable for outstanding balances. Those who are ill and have a doctor’s excuse or a death in the family will be excused.
Substitutions will be accepted at any time.
There will be no refunds or credits for cancellations after the close of business (5:00 pm) seven days prior the event.
All cancellation requests must be received in writing (email or hard copy) and must be received by the stated cancellation deadline.
Refund requests must include the name of the attendee.
When possible, refunds will be credited back to the original credit card used for payment.
For those who have registered and choose the bill me or pay by check option, you are still subject to the refund policy.
The Legal Stuff:
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration and attendance at, or participation in, GEDA meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to GEDA's use and distribution (now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee's image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities.
Liability Waiver
Waiver and Release of Liability – Please Read Carefully
I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in an optional activity that has inherent risks, dangers and hazards, and my participation in such activities and/or use of equipment is voluntary.
I, on behalf of myself, my personal representatives and my heirs, hereby voluntarily agree to release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) officers, board of directors, committee chairs, members, and employees from any and all claims, actions or losses for bodily injury, property damage, or wrongful death.
I HAVE READ THE ABOVE WAIVER AND RELEASE, AND BY SIGNING IT AGREE IT IS MY INTENTION TO EXEMPT THE GEORGIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPERS ASSOCIATION (GEDA) OFFICERS, BOARD OF DIRECTORS, COMMITTEE CHAIRS, MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES FROM LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH.
Please check the box as part of your registration.
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- New Guests & Members - Initial account setup may require email verification according to our digital security protocols. Please check your spam/junk folder for this e-mail
- If you account needs admin approval, you will not be able to register until this approval is completed. Please allow 1 business day for this approval, if needed.
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