Powering Small Enterprise: Micah King Visits the 2026 Greater Savannah Black Business Expo

A thriving economy starts from the ground up, driven by the passion, innovation, and hard work of local entrepreneurs. This past weekend, I saw that spirit in full force at the 2026 Greater Savannah Black Business Expo. Hosted by the Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce, this event was an incredible showcase of Black-owned enterprises and local economic power. You can check out more photos and a great write-up of the event at Connect Savannah.

Walking the expo floor was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we support small business. I had the pleasure of visiting Cove Scents, a brilliant custom fragrance bar that brings a unique, personalized experience to its customers. I also spent time at the Glucose Revival booth, learning about their life-saving emergency solutions for hypoglycemia and demonstrating the incredible intersection of medical expertise and entrepreneurial vision. And I was truly moved by the many local organizations whose mission is building community alongside their business.

“All of these businesses are making an impact in HD-157 and across the entire state/country.” — Micah King

Connecting Policy to Profit

One of the highlights of the expo was the main stage panel: “Policy & Profit: How Government Decisions Impact Your Business”. It’s a topic that strikes at the heart of our campaign in District 157.

When we talk about growing the economy, we aren’t just talking about abstract numbers; we are talking about creating an environment where businesses like Cove Scents and Glucose Revival can thrive, scale, and hire locally. But that requires intentional, supportive government policy.

We need to streamline regulations that hinder small business growth and ensure access to capital for minority-owned enterprises. Furthermore, by focusing on policies aimed at lowering living costs, we ensure that our local workforce is stable and that families have the disposable income necessary to support their local businesses.

A rising tide lifts all boats, and the businesses I saw in Savannah are the rising tide of Southeast Georgia. Let’s make sure our state legislature gives them the support they need to succeed.