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…
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…
As part of our Chamber’s ongoing efforts to keep the community informed, District Attorney Collin Sims of the 22nd Judicial District Court recently joined Newell Normand on The Newell Normand Show on WWL Radio. This monthly interview opportunity gives Chamber members and residents insight into timely issues affecting our parish. During the conversation, Sims highlighted…
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…