The Northshore Young Professionals Summit is coming to the St. Tammany Chamber’s Annual Business Expo! Join us for three FREE 30-minute seminars designed for emerging leaders and professionals. Learn from experts, build your network and discover new opportunities — all as part of the Explore Northshore Business Expo.
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Part of the St. Tammany Chamber’s Explore Northshore Business Expo
Sponsored by:
“How to Avoid Burnout as Young Professionals”
Speaker: Dr. Lisa Brady
1:15 PM – 1:45 PM
Learn practical strategies to manage stress, maintain balance and build resilience in your career. This session will provide young professionals with tools to protect their energy, stay motivated, and avoid burnout while navigating workplace challenges. Learn how to thrive—not just survive—in today’s fast-paced professional environment.
About Our Expert Speaker
Dr. Lisa Brady is a Professor in Southeastern Louisiana University’s College of Business with specialized expertise in employee well-being, organizational culture, and leadership. She holds a Ph.D. in Management from the University of Alabama and a Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. A Louisiana native, Dr. Brady focuses on creating healthy workplace environments and developing sustainable career practices for young professionals.
“Your Personal Brand Matters.”
Speaker: Dr. Thomas Karam
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Learn from Dr. Tommy Karam why your personal brand matters. He will share his Golden Rule of Personal Branding and media training experience with LSU athletes over the past decades.
About Our Expert Speaker
Dr. Thomas “Tommy” Karam is a Senior Instructor at LSU’s E. J. Ourso College of Business, specializing in marketing, personal branding and sports business. Known for his engaging, real-world approach to education, he has worked with high-profile athletes including Shaquille O’Neal and Joe Burrow to develop their confidence and media presence. Dr. Karam received the 2023 Nell Mitchell Doughty Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting impact on students and the business community.
“Scaling Your Business”
Speaker: Lauren Navarre
3:15 PM – 3:45 PM
Growing a business requires more than ambition—it takes strategy, systems and smart decision-making. Lauren Navarre will highlight key principles and practical steps for scaling your business successfully. Learn how to strengthen your foundation, maximize resources and position your company for sustainable growth in today’s competitive marketplace.
About Our Expert Speaker
Lauren Kaufmann Navarre is an attorney and Co-Founder/COO/CFO of Arena Collective, bringing extensive experience in international corporate business negotiations and community development. She is passionate about adding value to her community and helping local businesses thrive. Lauren serves on multiple boards including Girls on the Run, Slidell Memorial Hospital Foundation and the St. Tammany Parish Chamber of Commerce, demonstrating her commitment to regional business growth and development.