PROGRAMS

Starting a new business? Want to improve on your already existing business? Business counseling through the St. Tammany Chamber can help! We have partnered with SBDC to bring valuable benefits to our membership.

The broad mission of Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southeastern Louisiana University is to help start-up and existing businesses grow and prosper. The center serves individuals interested in starting or expanding a business within the five Florida Parishes through training seminars and workshops, free tools and templates, and one-on-one consulting right here in our Chamber office.

To schedule counseling with SBDC:
info@sttammanychamber.org
985-892-3216

Whether you’re new in town or have opened an additional branch or office, let the community know with an official Groundbreaking or Ribbon-Cutting Event. For a modest organizational fee, we’ll provide staff representation and assistance to make your event a success. What a great way to create public awareness about your business! Download our Ribbon Cutting & Groundbreaking Packet for more information.

To schedule a ribbon cutting, grand opening or ground breaking, contact:
Meredith Wright
meredith@sttammanychamber.org
985-273-3002

LOOKING FOR WAYS TO ENHANCE THE VALUE OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP?

The U.S. Chamber’s Federation Partnership Program provides our small business members with two memberships for the price of one. All St. Tammany Chamber member businesses receive the benefits of belonging to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce at no additional cost. The Federation Partnership was designed with our small businesses in mind to help strengthen the collective voice of the business community at the federal level. Benefits include:

• Access to small business how-to toolkits
• Having a voice in Washington representing your interests
• Product and service discounts to affinity partners such as FedEx and Sam’s Club
• Legislative alerts for small businesses notifying you of pressing policy initiatives based on issues you select

Last year 88 million people shopped at independently-owned small businesses on Small Business Saturday. Created by American Express in 2010, the national initiative marks a day to support local businesses that create jobs, boost the economy and preserve neighborhoods around the country.

To participate in next years Small Business Saturday CLICK HERE!

Click Here to see our Member To Member Deals.

Normally held the fourth Thursday of every month, Business After Hours attracts approximately 100 guests who enjoy an early evening of food, drinks and casual networking. Each month’s event is hosted by a different business, giving those who attend Business After Hours an opportunity to visit and understand the businesses in our community and allowing the Host to spotlight their place of business and its services. Because this is one of our most popular and well-attended events, Business After Hours Host Sponsorships often sell out months in advance. CLICK HERE for listings of upcoming events.

Eva Mogabgab Snapp
eva@sttammanychamber.org
985-273-3008

Our luncheons are an excellent way to learn about issues that affect the St. Tammany community as they happen, these put you in touch with informed sources on current affairs and business related issues. Guest speakers often include parish, state and national governmental officials, leaders in the field of education, workforce development, the cultural economy, and healthcare. Our website’s calendar page lists location, speaker and topics for each luncheon.

A view from the top and around the room, Member Orientation offers new and prospective members a chance to learn about Chamber membership and each of the programs and tools we offer. Business cards are a must as attendees get an opportunity to network with one another by introducing themselves and their business to other members. This event is typically held every other month. Current members are welcome to attend as a refresher once a year.

B2B Networking is a members-only benefit that provides a fast/effective networking opportunity for attendees to give a 1 to 2 minute sales pitch about what distinguishes their business/service from others, who a good referral for them would be or simply just to inform other members about their organization or an event they have coming up. We host At the end, members get the chance to network freely with each other and exchange business cards and brochures so they can follow up with the new people they meet.

B2B is held once a month at the Chamber and is limited to 35 attendees, so registration is required to secure your spot for this valuable members-only benefit!

Travel the world with confidence and curiosity. Our international trips give members and community friends the chance to explore new cultures, experience iconic destinations and connect with like-minded travelers. All adults are welcome to join. These journeys combine enriching cultural experiences with the comfort of traveling in a small, guided group, making it easy to learn, connect and enjoy every step of the adventure.

Join us for our next trip!

Côte d’Azur – The French Riviera

October 15-22, 2026

• 8 days, 6 nights including hotels, meals, day trips and airfare from New Orleans, LA
• From $4,199 per person (double occupancy) with early-bird registration by April 30, 2026
• You do not have to be a Chamber member to participate in this travel program.

Join us for an Information Meeting to learn more about this great trip!
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 3:00 PM at our Chamber office or via Zoom
Register here!

Join us for an unforgettable journey along the Côte d’Azur, the French Riviera, from bustling Nice and glamorous Cannes to charming hilltop villages like Eze and St. Paul-de-Vence. Explore Monaco, Monte Carlo, St. Tropez and picturesque towns such as Gourdon, Menton and San Remo, with visits to the Fragonard Perfume Factory, local markets, gardens and medieval palaces. Enjoy a ride on a portion of the Formula 1 circuit roadway and savor southern France’s superb cuisine with 8 included meals — 6 buffet breakfasts and 2 dinners at local restaurants.

Your journey includes first-class hotel accommodations in Nice, round-trip air from New Orleans, guided sightseeing with local experts and all entrance fees. Optional tours include Cannes and Antibes (early bird included) and St. Tropez with wine tasting. A professional tour director ensures a smooth and enriching experience.

Extend your adventure with an optional Paris extension via TGV rail, with three nights in first-class accommodations, guided sightseeing including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, Champs-Élysées, Opera de Paris and an optional full-day visit to the Palace of Versailles.

Learn More & Register

• View the full travel brochure.
• Register to attend the Information Session — April 7, 2026 at 3 PM at the St. Tammany Chamber Office in Covington. Available virtually.
• Register for the trip online using code RSVOLX.
• Mail-in Registration: Complete the registration form and mail to the address on the form.

For More Details contact: