Executive Committee leaders from our Chamber, the Northshore Business Council and the St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation met with House Majority Leader Steve Scalise during the spring congressional recess. He took questions on the economy, infrastructure and key federal legislation, including the “Big Beautiful Bill,” and shared insights on what’s ahead in Washington. Scalise also…
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…
Last week, our Small Business Council brought members together for a timely Lunch & Learn: “Don’t Say AI — Rethinking How We Talk About Technology.” The conversation, led by David Shapiro of NorthShore Robotics and Steven Cochran of Impression MGMT, offered different perspectives on how artificial intelligence is showing up in today’s workplace. From practical…
Our annual Swinging for Scholarships Golf Tournament, held Thursday, March 19, at Money Hill Golf Club in Abita Springs, brought out our biggest group of golfers yet and raised funds for the Chamber’s Scholarship Program. More than 100 golfers joined us for a great day on the course, with proceeds going toward scholarships for St.…
Our Northshore Young Professionals gathered recently for a luncheon focused on a topic many are thinking about early in their careers: how to get involved in board leadership. Sponsored by Ochsner Health, the conversation—“How to Be on a Board Under 40”—featured a panel of local leaders sharing real-world insight and advice. Moderated by Leslie Landry…
When it comes to making our region’s voice heard, the Northshore shows up—and this year was no exception. Our annual Northshore Focus event brought Chamber members, business leaders and community partners to the Louisiana Capitol Rotunda for a front-row seat to the legislative session in action. Led in partnership with chambers from St. Tammany, Livingston,…
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…
In business, we too often focus our attention on the challenges we currently face or obstacles we anticipate. These are important perspectives to maintain; they will help prevent losses of what has been built. However, it is being a constant scout for opportunities that lead to the next bouts of growth and depth that we…
Our Chamber’s committee chairpersons came together to review guidelines and share ideas to strengthen committee effectiveness and support our program of work. Appointed by our Board Chair, these volunteer leaders play a key role in advancing our mission and helping ensure the Chamber remains a strong voice for business across St. Tammany Parish. We’re grateful…
We had a great turnout for our recent State of the Cities Breakfast, with more than 100 Chamber members from across the parish joining us at Tchefuncte Country Club. Attendees heard directly from the mayors of our three largest cities—Covington Mayor Mark Johnson, Mandeville Mayor Clay Madden and Slidell Mayor Randy Fandal—as they shared updates…