Aperitif Spritz and Bites Receives Golden Spoon Award for Excellence in Food, Service and Hospitality

At our Chamber’s annual Business Appreciation Awards Luncheon on November 13, 2025, Aperitif Spritz and Bites was honored with the Golden Spoon Award, recognizing a Mandeville-area restaurant or caterer that delivers exceptional food, outstanding customer service, and a commitment to going above and beyond for its guests. Aperitif has truly mastered that combination. From the…

Giving Back in Business: Why Supporting Non-Profits Is Good for Your Bottom Line

Local business leaders often face a steady stream of donation requests from non-profits—fundraisers, capital campaigns, auctions, volunteer days, and more. It can feel overwhelming. How can small business owners continue to give their money, goods, and time while still running a profitable operation? Many business owners who transition from other sectors, including the non-profit world,…

Northshore Young Professionals Summit Empowers Emerging Leaders at Business Expo

The Northshore Young Professionals Summit was held in conjunction with our Chamber’s Annual Business Expo, bringing emerging leaders together for an afternoon of professional development, networking and practical insight. The Summit featured three focused sessions designed to help young professionals grow strategically, strengthen their personal brands and sustain long-term career success. Scaling Your BusinessLauren Kaufmann…

Northshore Education Leaders Share Vision at Chamber State of Education Breakfast

The St. Tammany Chamber hosted its annual State of Education Breakfast on October 7, 2025, featuring insights from three key Northshore education leaders: Dr. William Wainwright, President of Southeastern Louisiana University; Dr. Jim Carlson, Chancellor of Northshore Technical Community College; and Frank Jabbia, Superintendent of the St. Tammany Parish School System. The speakers highlighted both…

Speed Connection Connects Young Professionals with Local Nonprofits

Our Chamber’s Northshore Young Professionals Committee, in partnership with the Northshore Community Foundation, recently hosted Speed Connection—an engaging event designed to connect emerging leaders with local nonprofit organizations. Held at Kent Design Build’s office, the event featured 25 local nonprofits in a fast-paced, speed-networking format. Participants rotated through brief conversations to learn about volunteer opportunities,…