Lafayette Louisiana Metropolitan Area

If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is—Online Shopping Awareness With the holiday season upon us, online shopping is at an all-time high. While convenient, it comes with risks that can impact individuals and businesses. Why should your company care? If your employees’ credentials are compromised, it could compromise your company’s data and systems. Cybercriminals are on the hunt, and awareness is your best defense. Introducing The Online Shopper’s Safety Checklist We’ve created a free checklist to help employees and consumers stay safe online shopping. ?? What’s included in the checklist? - How to verify website legitimacy - Tips to spot phishing attempts - The importance of strong passwords and two-factor authentication - Secure payment methods and public Wi-Fi safety - And much more! ?? Download your free checklist: Click the [??] icon at the bottom of the post graphic below to access and download the PDF. If you have trouble downloading the PDF, send us a DM, and we’ll send it directly to you. Cybercriminals often use stolen credentials for fraud, money laundering, or worse. Don’t let unsafe shopping habits open the door to potential scams or breaches. Refresh your knowledge today and make online shopping safe for everyone. GlobeNet #CyberSecurity #BlackFriday #CyberMonday #HolidayShopping #business #shopping #technology

?? MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Professional Career Fair Looking to advance your career? Connect directly with hiring managers from leading companies that are hiring for professional positions in Acadiana. ?? Tuesday, November 19 ? 2:00-4:00 PM ?? Picard Center, 200 E Devalcourt St, Lafayette ?? https://loom.ly/w-llp9o Hosted by LEDA, One Acadiana, Louisiana Workforce Commission, Acadiana Workforce Solutions, and University of Louisiana at Lafayette Career Services #CareerFair #LafayetteLA #JobSearch #Hiring #Careers #AcadianaJobs

International Workboat Show in New Orleans Here’s a glimpse of the International WorkBoat Show! Featured are the Louisiana Economic Development booth (1805) and some impressive Louisiana marine companies, including Louisiana Cat (2901) and Bollinger Shipyards (1929). The International WorkBoat Show is an exclusive trade conference and expo for commercial vessel owners, operators, builders, and the vendors and suppliers who support them. Held in New Orleans for over 35 years, this year’s event is hosted at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center from November 12-14, 2024. Connect with us—we’d love to share insights and highlights from the show! Check out the comments below for more details. #WorkboatShow #Maritime #NewOrleans #Cybersecurity #Technology #Networking Follow GlobeNet for the latest in tech news and tips!

?? Join Us at the International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans! ?? November 12-14, 2024 ?? New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center GlobeNet is thrilled to attend the International Workboat Show in New Orleans! We look forward to connecting with industry leaders, discussing the latest innovations in marine technology, and sharing how GlobeNet’s cutting-edge cybersecurity and tech solutions can support the maritime sector. Let us know if you’ll be attending or following along from afar. Connect with us—we’d love to meet and share insights! Check the comments below for more details on the Workboat Show. #WorkboatShow #Maritime #NewOrleans #Cybersecurity #Technology #Networking

Fall Back - Daylight Saving Time Ends! This Sunday, we "fall back" one hour as daylight saving time wraps up for the year. It’s a great reminder that Saturday night before bed, we should set our clocks one hour back, check our systems, and sync our devices. Embrace the change and enjoy that extra hour! Did you know? Daylight saving time was initially introduced during World War I to conserve energy. While some believe it helps us make better use of daylight, studies still debate its impact on energy savings and productivity. #DaylightSavingTime #Time #FallBack #Productivity #History

As we wrap up Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to shift the conversation from awareness to action. ? One of the most effective ways to safeguard your business in the coming year is to ensure that cybersecurity remains a priority in your technology budget. ? Check out our latest GlobeNet Cybersecurity Newsletter for November! ? ?? For some fun, take a shot at our Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle at the end of the newsletter. ? #Cybersecurity #Technology #CyberAwarenessMonth #Business #Budget

?? Congratulations to Mark D. Mouton, LEDA's Director of Business Retention and Expansion, on completing the Advanced Economic Development Leadership program and earning his Economic Development Master Practitioner (EcDMP) certificate! Through this intensive executive education program, Mark gained cutting-edge expertise in strategic negotiation, workforce development, AI applications, and industry attraction strategies. His dedication to professional growth directly benefits our region as LEDA continues delivering innovative economic development solutions. “Through continuous professional development, LEDA’s staff stays at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices. When our professionals bring cutting-edge solutions to the table, it directly translates into more opportunities and better outcomes for our region,” says Mandi Mitchell, CEcD, LEDA president and CEO. Join us in congratulating Mark on this significant achievement! ?? #EconomicDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #Acadiana #Louisiana

This week's Acadiana Diversity Job Fair was a great success! ?? 83 employers and resource providers ?? 400 job seekers ?? 95 job offers made at the event ?? 175 follow-up interviews planned Thanks to our partners: Louisiana Workforce Commission, Acadiana Society for Human Resource Management (ASHRM), Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana , Sertoma, Autism Society of Acadiana, One Acadiana, Employment Solutions, Lafayette Consolidated Government, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services/Louisiana Workforce Commission, and Walmart. #jobfair #leda

?????????: Science ? Technology ? Engineering ? Math! ?????? The Lafayette STEM Fest, hosted in partnership with the LAFAYETTE PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM and STEM Global Action, was a success! LEDA is on a mission to fuel the growth of our Tech Hub, and we recognize that it starts with our youngest students. Over 600 Lafayette and Acadiana K-12 students registered and hundreds came out to enjoy over 60 stations showcasing coding, steam engines, robotics, chemistry, biology, wind and solar energy, structural (civil) engineering, and more! #stem #stemfest #leda #lafayette

Celebrating Acadiana’s spirit of innovation by showcasing the region’s 2024 Lantern Award winner, presented by Louisiana Economic Development. Established in 2009, Tides Medical is pioneering biotechnology advancements to create regenerative skin substitutes to treat chronic or difficult-to-heal wounds, such as diabetic foot ulcers, pressure ulcers and burns. In recent years, Tides Medical has increased its employee count from 79 in 2021 to 115 in 2024 and has invested over $500,000 annually from 2021 to 2023 for growth initiatives. Tides Medical's dedication to the Lafayette and Acadiana community includes annual donations of approximately $250,000 to nonprofits and a commitment to Service September, a month-long initiative fostering volunteerism. In nominating Tides Medical, Lafayette Economic Development Authority LEDA President Mandi Mitchell, CEcD said, “With its innovative contributions to biotechnology, unwavering commitment to quality and profound civic engagement, Tides Medical exemplifies the qualities celebrated by the Lantern Award.” #MadeinLouisianaMonday #innovation #lafayette #acadiana