![]() ![]() Ongoing streetscape and redevelopment projects have prioritized historic preservation, and because the old has graciously welcomed the new, the best of Savannah still shines through.īeekeeper and honey aficionado Ted Dennard opened this buzzing flagship store in 2008. Local professionals and visitors also flock to Broughton, home to a melange of longstanding establishments (the landmark Trustees Theater and family-owned Globe Shoes, for example) and newer, big-name retailers (Kendra Scott, Lululemon, Kate Spade). But it’s not just the SCAD community that infuses the street with life. There’s no doubting the influence of Savannah College of Art and Design in Broughton’s revival: Students fill the coffee shops and sidewalk cafes, and the presence of design studios, art supply stores, and SCAD’s Gutstein Gallery speaks to the vital role the school plays here. But in recent years, the street has reemerged as a thriving, pedestrian-friendly destination. “It looks good on the outside, but inside it’s crazy and stressful,” he said.īut at the end of the day, Dennard said, he probably wouldn’t be doing anything else.Once the commercial heart of the city, Savannah’s Broughton Street has experienced its fair share of ups and downs. But he also referred to the easy atmosphere he projects. “In the end a lot of our success is about packaging,” said Dennard, referring to the French wine bottles that hold the signature Tupelo honey. sells wholesale across the country in speciality stores such as Williams Sonoma and on the Internet. “I truly believe everything will work out in the end, and it helps not to get yourself down in the dumps,” he said. “We do 20 percent of our business out of that store.”Īs far as optimism goes, Dennard said he doesn’t let the business keep him awake at night. ![]() The design took on a general store theme, complete with squeaky screen door, a play area and educational space about bees. “We ended up with a 2,500-square-foot space and didn’t know what to do with all the room.” “We started out with a 500-square-foot space on Broughton and were edged out,” he said. He said flexibility comes from realizing one take a million paths that are never a straight line. “I didn’t know we’d do it, but somehow we always did. “Someone would ask for a large supply of honey, and I’d say yes,” he said. “I said I’d give it a year to fail or succeed,” he said.Īlthough he credits luck with a great deal of his success, Dennard encouraged forum attendees to employ three other strategies: tenacity, flexibility and optimism.ĭennard said even when the odds were against him, he kept at it. His interest grew and he decided to give it a go as a business. Simons Island, he learned the art of beekeeping and preparing honey. This is the second store for the company to open this year, continuing their strategy of expanding their retail presence despite the difficult economy.ĭennard said he doesn’t consider himself a businessman but someone who’s passionate about his craft and turned it into a business.Īs a child growing up on St. The company recently opened a third retail location on River Street under the Hyatt Regency, next door to the Visitors Center. Magazine that honors the fastest growing privately owned companies in the United States. Not just a local success story, Savannah Bee Co. “We put together a list of possibilities, and Ted was the top of the list.” That’s why the choice of speakers was a no-brainer, said Ann Carroll, director of business development and marketing for Hancock Askew. … And maybe some nuggets to help with your own business.” ![]() “In return for your attendance, you’ll receive favorable advice. “This forum is for sharing success,” he said. That’s the goal of this forum and others to come, said Michael Traynor, Savannah Morning News publisher. Harry Haslam Jr., managing partner of Hancock Askew & Co. “It’s an opportunity for business owners to talk to other business owners about best practices and new thought patterns,” said J. He and others agreed the forum was a good way to extend the reach of BiS. “Having the local experts gives something extra.” Bates Lovett, an attorney with HunterMaclean. “It’s great to have that weekly source that pays attention to what’s important to the business community,” said R. The inaugural Business in Savannah Forum Series kicked off Wednesday in the Savannah Morning News auditorium.Ĭo-sponsored by Hancock Askew, HunterMaclean and Abshire Public Relations and Marketing, the event featured Ted Dennard, founder and CEO of the Savannah Bee Co. After a successful year of providing business news to the community, the weekly periodical Business in Savannah has started a new chapter. ![]()
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