Business Appreciation Luncheon


(l-r seated) John Marshall, Brandy Dampier, Vanessa Levine, Natolie Grabert, Liz Munson, Dr. Suma Satti and Eric Chifici (l-r standing) Wayne Songy Jr., Cara Herrin, Allison Trahan, Bridget West, Cody Holland, Nick Licata, Jack Khashou, Andrew Mendheim and Brooke Russell

2025 BUSINESS APPRECIATION LUNCHEON

Date:    November 13, 2025

Time:   11:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Place:  Benedict’s Plantation

NOMINATIONS FOR 2025 BUSINESS APPRECIATION AWARDS
ARE OPEN UNTIL NOON ON OCTOBER 8, 2025.
SUBMIT YOUR ONLINE NOMINATION HERE.

A thriving business community is an important element in measuring quality of life. The year 2024 marked the 22nd year that we asked our citizens to tell us which Chamber member businesses have made an impression on our parish and should be considered for one of our prestigious Business Appreciation Awards.

Awards are given in ten categories and the 2024 award recipients are listed:

  • INNOVATION AWARD:  Honors a company that has been in business a minimum of two years in St. Tammany Parish and demonstrates “out-of-the-box” thinking and a creative approach to any aspects of its business. 2024 Award Recipient: Slidell Memorial Hospital
  • SITE-TO-SEE AWARD:  Honors a business location that enhances the appearance of the community by either their interior or exterior appearance. One winner may be selected from each St. Tammany community. (Covington, Mandeville, Slidell, etc.) 2024 Award Recipients: Covington—Xplore Federal Credit Union; Mandeville—PJ’s Coffee & Tea on Highway 22; and Slidell—The Harbor Center
  • ALL-IN-THE-FAMILY AWARD: Honors a successful family-owned business establishment. 2024 Award Recipients (Tie): Pizza Platoon and LOLA
  • ADAPTIVE REUSE AWARD:  Honors an establishment that has creatively reimagined and repurposed an existing property, bringing renewed life to the St. Tammany community. 2024 Award Recipient: Goldfish Swim School/Urban Air Adventure Park
  • GO GIVE AWARD:  Honors a company that encourages employee involvement in the community, whether it is by giving of their time and/or money to worthy causes. 2024 Award Recipient: Silver Slipper Casino Hotel
  • SERVICE-WITH-A-SMILE AWARD:  Honors a company known for its outstanding customer service. 2024 Award Recipient: Covington Trace ER & Hospital
  • OUT-OF-THE-GATE RUNNING AWARD:  Honors a business that has successfully been in operation for less than three years and positively contributes to the community. 2024 Award Recipient: Arena Collective
  • GOLDEN SPOON AWARD:  Honors a restaurant or caterer that excels in customer service, top-notch food service, and goes above and beyond for their patrons. One winner may be selected from each St. Tammany community. (Covington, Mandeville, Slidell, etc.) 2024 Award Recipients: Covington—Meribo; Mandeville—Coffee Rani; and Slidell—Sedra Bistro
  • LEGACY AWARD:  Honors a thriving business that has been in operation for more than 20 years and has made a long-term commitment to preserving the integrity and character of St. Tammany Parish. 2024 Award Recipient: Dependable Glass Works
  • TAMMANY PROUD AWARD:  Honors a business that does work outside of the southeast Louisiana area and has fostered a positive image of St. Tammany Parish. 2024 Award Recipients (Tie): Painting with a Twist and Florida Marine Transporters

Click here to view of list of previous award recipients.

Golf Tournament

Swinging for Scholarships Golf Tournament
Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Place: Money Hill Golf & Country Club, 100 Country Club Drive, Abita Springs

The St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce is committed to the growth of business and keeping local talent in the community. It is the reason we started the Swinging for Scholarships Golf Tournament with proceeds used to fund scholarships for St. Tammany students planning to attend a Louisiana college or university. Join us for a great day on the links while helping to provide scholarships to deserving St. Tammany students!

Interested in being a sponsor to showcase your business to potential customers? For more information contact Eva Mogabgab Snapp at 985-273-3008.

Installation & Awards Luncheon

INSTALLATION & AWARDS LUNCHEON

Held in January, the annual Installation & Awards Luncheon is an opportunity to thank the outgoing Board of Directors for their dedication and welcome the incoming Board Members for the new term. This occasion celebrates the Chamber’s success from the previous year, and looks forward to prospects for the year to come. The parish’s premier business awards are also presented during the evening including the impressive Tammany Award, which goes to the local business of the year, and the Community Leadership Award. We also recognize our hard-working members that give so much, such as the Board Member of the Year, Member of the Year, Ambassador of the Year and Committee of the Year awards.

 CEO Matthew Saacks
2024 Tammany Award
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Sharron Newton
2024 Community Leadership Award
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Alan Thriffiley
2024 Board Member of the Year
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Donna Bach
2024 Member of the Year
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Todd Hillberry
Chairman
Small Business Council
2024 Committee of the Year
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Elizabeth Garland
2024 Ambassador of the Year
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Christina Chifici
2024 Chairman’s Award
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Southern Nights Soiree

Southern Nights Soirée
Date: July 18, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Place: The Greystone, 935 Clausel Street, Mandeville

Join us for an elegant Southern evening at the premier event of the season. The Southern Nights Soirée invites you to don your seersucker suits and linen sundresses for a night of sophisticated entertainment and valuable networking.

Enjoy casino games, premium open bar, and tastings from the area’s finest restaurants throughout The Greystone’s classic Southern setting. Our live and silent auctions feature exceptional items while you connect with business leaders from across the parish.

Your attendance at our signature fundraiser supports the St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce in our mission to nurture over 1,100 local businesses that form the backbone of our community. The proceeds from this enchanted evening allow us to provide exceptional programs and services at accessible rates throughout the year.

Be part of this Southern tradition through your sponsorship, ticket purchase, or auction donation. Your participation directly strengthens our local business community and chamber initiatives.

We look forward to welcoming you with true Southern hospitality.

Soirée Tickets:

  • $150 single ticket
  • $2,000 for 10 VIP tickets with reserved seating in VIP section with additional perks
Purchase Tickets

Contact Eva Mogabgab Snapp at 985-273-3008 for more information.

Washington Mardi Gras

St. Tammany Chamber at Washington Mardi Gras: Building Relationships and Showcasing the Northshore

Each year, our Chamber participates in Washington Mardi Gras, a multi-day celebration in Washington, D.C., that honors Louisiana culture while providing premier networking opportunities with business leaders, elected officials and policy influencers. What began in the 1940s as a gathering for homesick congressional staffers has evolved into a signature event combining tradition, economic dialogue and celebration.

A highlight of our Chamber’s annual presence is our “It’s a Shore Thing” reception, hosted in partnership with the St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation and Visit The Northshore. In 2026, our reception welcomed more than 150 elected officials and business leaders, offering a platform for St. Tammany Parish to showcase its economic strengths, leadership and quality of life. Attendees have the opportunity to connect with policymakers, strengthen business relationships, and discuss economic development priorities.

We thank the generous sponsors of our 2026 reception: St. Tammany Parish Government, LOPA, Acquistapace’s, Money Hill Golf & Country Club, Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Co., and Kyle Associates, LLC, for supporting this signature event.

In addition to the reception, Chamber representatives attend marquee events such as the annual Economic Development Luncheon, where statewide and federal leaders highlight Louisiana’s economic opportunities and growth. Through these engagements, the Chamber elevates St. Tammany Parish’s visibility, strengthens policy and business relationships, and reinforces its ongoing commitment to regional economic development.

We also had the opportunity to co-host the 2024 Economic Development Luncheon with the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, spotlighting St. Tammany Parish before statewide elected and business leaders.

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