The annual economic outlook luncheons in Pooler and Savannah provided valuable insights into the population and employment growth in their respective regions. The luncheon hosted by the Greater Pooler Area Chamber of Commerce featured Michael Toma, a professor of economics at Georgia Southern University, as the keynote speaker. Toma discussed the rapid population growth in the Pooler area and highlighted how employment growth has surpassed population growth, leading to a decrease in commute time and an increase in median income [c991054d].
Similarly, the Savannah Chamber luncheon focused on economic growth in the Savannah region. Dr. Michael Toma, also a professor of economics at Georgia Southern University, stated that the economic trends discussed at the luncheon will affect the economy for the next decade and help Savannah outperform the state of Georgia and the national economy [d3045737]. He emphasized that population growth is expected to go hand in hand with economic growth in Savannah [d3045737].
Both luncheons recognized the challenges that come with population and employment growth, including traffic congestion. By addressing these important factors, the events provided valuable insights for businesses and individuals interested in the economic outlook of the Pooler and Savannah areas [c991054d] [d3045737].