2025 Future Forward: A CSRA Development Summit
Introducing Future Forward: A CSRA Development Summit
A Bold New Chapter in Regional Progress
The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce is excited to unveil the evolution of our annual "State of the Community" event—now reimagined as Future Forward: A CSRA Development Summit. This isn’t just a name change. It’s a transformation.
Future Forward is a dynamic, half-day summit designed to spark dialogue, inspire innovation, and spotlight the forces shaping the Central Savannah River Area. Through interactive panel discussions, we’ll dive deep into the region’s most pressing opportunities—from economic development and infrastructure to workforce growth and innovation.
Why the Change:
With steady growth and continuous expansion across the Greater Augusta region, we’re making the transition to a more concerted focus on the development of the CSRA and beyond. Future Forward brings together leaders, visionaries, and change-makers to explore not just what’s happening—but what’s possible.
Be Part of the Conversation
Future Forward is your front-row seat to the future of the CSRA. Whether you're a business leader, community advocate, or curious citizen, this summit is your chance to engage with the ideas and people driving our region forward.
Let’s shape what’s next—together. Registration closes August 28th so head to the link below now to reserve your spot!
Day of Event Details
Date:
Thursday Sep 4, 2025
Location:
Columbia County Exhibition Center
212 Partnership Dr, Grovetown, GA 30813
Doors Open:
9:00 AM
Full Summit Schedule:
9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Panel 1: Conversations on Commercial Development
Troy Jordan, Jordan Trotter
Jordan Collier, Meybohm
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM (Break)
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Panel 2: Population on the Rise: Planning for Workforce and Housing Needs in the CSRA
Matt Forshee, Georgia Power
Robbie Bennett, SRSCRO
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Lunch Break
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Panel 3: Economic Development Outlook Across the Region
Cheney Eldridge, Development Authority of Columbia County
Cal Wray, Augusta Economic Development Authority
Will Williams, Western SC Economic Development Partnership
Fees/Admission
Table of 8 - $550
Member Ticket- $65
Non-Member Ticket - $85
Date and Time
Thursday Sep 4, 2025
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
Doors open at 9am
- 9:30am - 10:15am Panel 1 - Conversations on Commercial Development
- 10:15am - 10:30am Break
- 10:30am - 11:15am Panel 2 - Population on the Rise: Planning for Workforce and Housing Needs in the CSRA
- 11:15am - 12:00pm Lunch Break
- 12:00pm - 1:00pm Final Panel - Economic Development Outlook Across the Region
Registration closes Thursday, August 28th.
Location
Columbia County Exhibition Center 212 Partnership Dr, Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact Information
Ivana Beckworth
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