With its specialty steak cuts and a deep wine menu, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse has been the choice for discerning foodies with its signature 500-degree plates keeping mouth-watering cuts sizzling hot. The melt-in-your-mouth steaks have earned rave reviews, with standout stars like the 40-ounce Tomahawk cut elevating Savannah’s culinary scene.
Dr. Scott Cohen set his sights on becoming a dentist, raising a family, and being an active member of the community. "When I hit 50 I realized I had achieved my goals and life was too short for stress and worry. I am ready to be happy and have fun!” So he adopted a new motto “Life is too short not to live it to the last drop!”
Judd and Mark relocated from Birmingham, Alabama, to coastal Georgia, where they established Savannah Square Pops. Their success has reached far beyond the city limits, earning praise from Celebrity Chef Duff Goldman, who selected Savannah Square Pops as one of his Top Ten Sweet Treats in the Country.
The sky is the limit for Greg Hall’s clients. He's known as a custom builder, and that’s certainly still a large part of his work. But after 35 years in the business, he just finished restoring one of the oldest homes in Savannah, originally built in 1763.
The journey along the way has been fulfilling, but it’s the destination that may prove the most exciting. Executive Director Greg Kelly shares about the growth and development of the international airport and what is to come.
Jere Myers maintains his own warehouse in England and has buyers and pickers that work for him throughout Britain and on the Continent in Belgium, Holland and France. Jere’s has averaged unloading a 40 ft. high cube container of antique furniture into his warehouse in Savannah every two weeks of the year for the past 43 years.
“We are proud of our legacy, and our continued commitment to serve this community,” said Ken Farrell, President and CEO. First Chatham is the largest locally owned and operated community bank in Savannah. They treat the community with personalized service, developing one-on-one relationships with their customers and increasing shareholder value.
Savannah native Captain Derek Adams might just be the last of the great adventurers. Raised among the fields and waterways of the South, fishing and hunting is in his blood. As the head of Expert Adventures, he wants to bring you along for the ride.
At Hustle and Blow you’ll find a full-service salon offering expertly delivered services, from cut, color and blowouts to makeovers and wedding preparation. Celebrating the true nature of beauty, both within and without, is what has made Hustle & Blow Dry Bar a cut above other salons.
Smile Designs by Dr. Karen Cooper is not your traditional dental office. And she's made it that way on purpose. She explains what sets her practice apart and how she uses her creativity to ensure all patients have an enjoyable dental experience.
With a thriving business scene and more people looking to call Pooler home, this little Georgia town has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years. For the past 6 years, Pam Southard has served as executive director and memberships in the chamber have grown from just under 90 to more than 450.
Building on tradition and experience, the brother Brian and Scott Grant have now grown the business into a team of five: including an interior designer and two other project managers. What sets them apart from the rest? Of course, their extraordinary attention to detail, award-winning work and stunning custom homes. But more importantly, it’s the relationships they build with each of their clients.
The minute you meet Catherine Grant you understand why ExperCARE has been awarded business of the year and voted best urgent care center year after year, on many platforms. “I lead an incredible team of professionals who are ready every day to make each patient’s experience at ExperCARE world-class. Our team demonstrates a consistently high level of innovation, compassion and integrity in every task they perform.”
From ortho-keratology that actually reshapes the surface of the eye to advanced contacts and scleral contact lenses, Dr. Morrow takes a high-tech approach to vision care that’s only matched by her abiding interest in her patients’ eye health. To her, it’s more than just seeing clearly. It’s a dedication to eye health that incorporates the entire body’s wellbeing into an examination.
Dabbs, Hickman, Hill & Cannon implement innovative, customized and comprehensive business and tax strategies to meet and exceed client objectives. The firm’s team members are dynamic, energetic, assertive, decisive and motivated. They focus on becoming an integral member of each client’s management and decision-making team.
Trained staff lead historic tours throughout the day and late-night, lock-in tours of the historic mansion, Sorrel-Weed House. “But it’s not just a house with haunted history,” says Calvin Parker, Sorrel-Weed House manager. “It’s a historic house museum that combines a lot of periods of Savannah history.”
“We always go the extra step,” says CEO Erica Lumpert. “We have a lot of different measures in place to ensure clients are getting exactly what they want. We don’t want them to worry about security. We want to worry about security.” SACG is an innovator in concierge security, developing modern solutions to old security problems.
“We offer longer appointment times so we can thoroughly discuss your pet’s needs and find treatment plans that work for you.” That goes for any of Central Animal Hospital’s many services, from physical exams, vaccinations and testing to behavioral counseling and even dental and surgical procedures utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
While their employees provide safe, reliable electric service to their customers, they also strive to improve the quality of life for the people in the communities where they work and live. Over 3,000 corporate volunteers across the state invest countless hours each year as members of “Citizens of Georgia Power.”
Dr. Daniel Most and his wife, Anny Most, FNP, expanded their practice by opening the Savannah Wound Center beside his main office Most Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery in Savannah. “I saw a need within my patients to offer cutting-edge therapies. It all ties into limb salvage and cancer reconstructive surgery,” says Dr. Most.
Proactive measures are imperative to long-term health, and in her 21 years practicing in Savannah, Dr. Norburg has learned that preventative care makes all the difference in the world. Norburg’s practice prioritizes spinal alignment techniques in conjunction with physical therapy and spinal supports to foster a holistic sense of wellness for all its patients.
Nicole Casino has won Top Landings Agent for the past three years at her brokerage, and she's not slowing down anytime soon. Read what makes her stand out as one of the greatest realtors in Savannah.
With projects such as the Savannah Film Studios, The Crossings at Godley Station and Bluffton Centre, to name a few, South Coast Contracting Group is rapidly growing in all areas related to the field. “Our business is built on long-term, lasting relationships with our customers,” says co-founder Greg Alfonso.
The familiar faces you’ll meet at South State Bank are the same faces you’ll see all over town, due to the bank’s values of community involvement. At South State, you’re working with someone who is a neighbor, a friend and a vital part of our community’s fabric.
“A home is the biggest investment people make in their lives. It’s a huge responsibility – one I don’t take lightly.” Teresa Cowart started her real estate journey over 15 years ago, newly divorced, with three young daughters.Today, she leads a team of 30 and is co-owner of three RE/MAX franchises and a Motto Mortgage.
Sisters Suzy and Patty Homer own and live at The Inn on West Liberty, and that sense of care as on-site innkeepers shows. Their Trip Advisor reviews skyrocketed in seven short months, from nonexistent to fifth place ranking among places to stay in Savannah. “It’s important that our guests feel welcomed, relaxed and at home during their stay with us.”
For nearly 20 years, expecting mothers who expect the best have chosen Dr. Ben Spitalnick, managing partner of Pediatric Associates of Savannah. The immediate past president of the Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Spitalnick has helped shape policy and guide the science of pediatric medicine throughout the state.
Pan Am Dental is building connections to the city of Savannah that run as deep as they do strong. Revitalization of their Liberty Street warehouse sparked a frenzy of new development that has reinvented their corner of the Hostess City. And as they’ve grown, they’ve elevated local business with partnerships for everything from local print services to packaging.
Agent Michelle Stenson serves her clients as a steward of that century- plus legacy, and a rising star in the industry in her own right. She has received numerous awards for outstanding sales achievements, including “Rookie of the Year” in the Savannah office. “I focus on the Legacy Building, making sure we bridge the gaps and there’s something of you that will live on.”
“No cake is too small or too large; we make them from simple and elegant to over the top.” From satisfying your sweet tooth to creating the ultimate centerpiece for a dream wedding or corporate event, there’s a reason these cakes have earned the national spotlight on The Food Network and Cooking Channel.
Kustom Hustle is all about breaking the norm, celebrating counter-culture and low brow art. Marcus Dove and his stable of talented artists are bringing the average Joe into the fold and showing folks that Kustom isn’t just a word, it’s a way of life.
For homeowners in the Coastal Empire, working with Travis Sawyer is a great way to get a square deal for that home they’re trying to sell. Our local HomeVestors owners say, “We especially love buying houses in the Ardsley Park area, the State Streets or the 30s blocks, and the chance to beautify Savannah one home at a time.”
Co-founders Katt Mabe and Nate Korpusik coach Strongman competitors and work to bring more competitive strength sports to Savannah. “It’s definitely something the community has been craving,” Mabe says. Just this year, they’re hosting three strength competitions. Viking Strength Sports is leading the charge in strength and fitness in Savannah.
“Teaching someone to lead, to follow, to give everything, to take everything, to do what it takes, to sing in the silence, to fall flat on their face, to keep trying, to love people completely, and to never settle, is difficult. Habersham didn’t just teach me eleventh grade math, it taught me who I am and why.”
Founder and senior instructor Heidi Daly is very proud of her brand new facility but even more proud of her students and the bonds she has forged with them that last forever. “I started this school because there is a huge demand in the Low Country for persons so trained and I wanted to empower women and give them an independent financial future.”
Each dish at Tequila Town is a love letter to the rich culinary heritage of chef/owner Temo Ortiz’s native Morelia, Michoacán, written in fresh local ingredients. Every tequila on the list is a treasure, with more than 80 artisanal and small-batch bottles to choose from.
The Mark at Chatham is a place that is redefining innovative luxury living. “Helping people find a home in which they feel comfortable, and are proud to live, is the part I love most about my job,” Francis says. “The Mark at Chatham is more than just a luxury apartment, It’s a lifestyle.”
While each team member at Finger and Associates brings something unique to the table, their talents combine for a truly comprehensive approach to a renewed you.
“Everyone thinks they are a divorce expert because they went through a divorce themselves or know someone else who did, but every case is unique. Choose a lawyer that you respect and follow his or her advice," says David Schachter.
Their coastal offices, known as Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners in Savannah, Bluffton, Beaufort, Pooler, Richmond Hill, St. Simon’s, and Kingsland, are now complimented with the addition of Coldwell Banker SSK Realtors in middle Georgia including Milledgeville, Warner Robins, Cochran, Forsyth and Macon. Together they will become Coldwell Banker Access Realty.
Mark Tate of Tate Law Group not only talks the talk, he walks the walk. Find out how he is showing his clients every day in his practice.
“I believe when you maintain that balance, you will live happier and healthier; therefore, your vision of life purpose becomes clearer and more solidified,” says Dr. Kusuma. “Good impacts result, letting me provide great care physically and mentally to first family, patients then to surroundings and also hope this will continue to spread to others in a healthy way.”
Whether you are at a bar, an event, or just gathering with some friends, Southern Eagle Distributing is likely there as well. But they're not just a beer distributor. Find out what Managing Partner Will Dorminy has to say about who they represent.
Jalapeno's housemade margarita mix lends the true taste of Mexico to each of their bevy of specialty margaritas, a selection complemented by a range of thirst-quenching domestic and imported beers. Take a sip, relax and enjoy the finest happy hour in Savannah at Jalapeno’s Mexican Grill.
Sisters-in-law Michele Thompson and Kim Bulluck took over Spectrum Printing and Marketing after Michele's father retired, and their mission was to continue the success of the company. Today, after 33 years in business, they are proud to be your local expert in print and promotional products.
Stacey Goad became an unlikely face of marijuana, hailed by “High Times” as one of the nation’s best defense attorneys and a proud member of NORML. Yet, she’s hardly the person you envision when you think of marijuana. She considers herself an average Jane for Mary Jane.
“When he opened the doors in 2008, Clifford Wiley McCrary Jr. changed barbecue in Savannah and racked up well-deserved national awards,” says new owner of Wiley's Championship BBQ, Nate Shaffer. “I’m excited by the challenge of picking up that mantel, and by where we’ll take Wiley’s in the future.”
Wick’s passion for Daufuskie makes him a face of this very special island. To get a true taste of island lifestyle, step aboard a Daufuskie Difference ferry, meet the locals, eat the famous Daufuskie deviled crab, drink a Scrap Iron cocktail and let Daufuskie hold a special place in your memories.
Family owned and operated; Donnelly Yachts is the go-to place when searching for that power yacht. With extensive experience in numerous boat styles and models, comfort is given to clients during their purchase.
“We want to bring enjoyment of aviation back to its grassroots.” That means bringing instruction to the students instead of the other way around. The flight instructors will travel to students in Statesboro, Brunswick, St. Simons and other locations that would otherwise be prohibitively far from the Savannah Airport.
