Senator Cassidy Shares Updates with the Business Community

Chamber members and the Northshore Business Council heard directly from Bill Cassidy during a Congressional Update Luncheon hosted by both organizations and sponsored by Acadian Ambulance Service. Senator Cassidy shared updates on several key issues impacting our region, including major infrastructure investments—$1.2 billion for drainage, sewage, and flood mitigation around Lake Pontchartrain, along with $92…

LED Secretary Shares Louisiana’s Growth Strategy

We had a full room for our recent State of Economic Development Breakfast, where leaders got an inside look at Louisiana’s bold approach to growth. Attendees heard from Susan Bourgeois, Secretary of Louisiana Economic Development, in conversation with Russell Richardson of St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation. Together, they shared how Louisiana is rethinking economic development—with…

Supporting Federal Permitting Reform to Boost Local Growth

Our Chamber recently joined more than 600 organizations in urging the U.S. Senate to prioritize bipartisan, comprehensive permitting reform. Modernizing the federal permitting process would help move infrastructure, energy, and broadband projects forward faster—supporting investment, creating jobs, and driving economic growth both regionally and nationwide. Why it matters to our communities: outdated and inefficient permitting…

St. Tammany Leaders Represent Parish at 2026 Washington Mardi Gras and Host “It’s a Shore Thing” Reception

Our Chamber leaders strengthened key relationships in Washington, D.C., during the 2026 Washington Mardi Gras celebration—highlighted by our Chamber’s second annual reception, “It’s a Shore Thing,” which welcomed more than 150 elected officials and business leaders from across Louisiana. Hosted in partnership with St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation and Visit The Northshore, the reception showcased…

A Year of Advocacy, Connection and Impact

2025 was a year of meaningful progress for our Chamber. Through advocacy for pro-business policies, connecting members with programs, events and networking opportunities, and launching the new Chamber Foundation Fund, we strengthened businesses and our community. Our members’ support helped us drive economic growth, celebrate business success and build partnerships that benefit our parish and…

Chamber CEO Participates in U.S. Chamber Committee of 100 Meeting

St. Tammany Chamber CEO Lacey Osborne attended the semi-annual meeting of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Committee of 100, held September 14–16 in Louisville, Kentucky. The Committee includes chamber leaders from across the country who convene to discuss national business priorities and share best practices. During the meeting, participants received updates on key federal issues…