St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation

Our Chief Executive Officer, Christopher Masingill, is proud to announce today’s launch of our updated brand and name, St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation (St. Tammany EDC). This rebrand is the result of a comprehensive planning process combining our aggressive business attraction and marketing plan with our forthcoming second 5-year economic development strategic plan, THRIVE2029. “St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation is excited to build upon the foundational successes and outcomes of our first 5-year economic development strategic plan, THRIVE2023, and step boldly into our next phase of economic development work on the Northshore,” said Masingill. “We are laser-focused on sustaining business retention and expansion efforts, scaling business formation activities and collaborative partnerships, and securing investments that enhance the economic landscape for all in St. Tammany.” St. Tammany EDC is leading the future of business development in St. Tammany through implementation of a 3-year business attraction and marketing plan, anchored by dedicated financial resources and increased staff capacity. Through stronger alignment with our economic development teams to foster investment and job creation opportunities, direct and proactive engagement with site location consultants to maintain awareness of St. Tammany’s economic landscape and competitive assets, and telling the dynamic St. Tammany story to a broader audience of key decision makers through enhanced digital marketing tools, St. Tammany EDC is ensuring St. Tammany is your home for business. We invite you to visit our new website at sttammanyedc.org. ?Full press release: https://bit.ly/3Qsj5e0 ??? Video Courtesy of Tommy Bennett ? #StTammanyEDC #InvestStTammany #YourHomeForBusiness #EconomicDevelopment

Yesterday, we welcomed New Orleans Regional Leadership Institute (NORLI) to the Northshore for their Economic Development session. We were honored to have President Mike Cooper of St. Tammany Parish, President Robby Miller of Tangipahoa Parish Government, and Washington Parish President Ryan Seal present to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of economic development in our area. Their leadership is critically important to our collective success, and we appreciate them taking the time to share their insights with us. We'd also like to thank our economic development colleagues in Jefferson Parish - Jerry Bologna, CEcD with Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) and Meaghan McCormack at St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation - for their participation and partnership. Special thanks to HORNBECK OFFSHORE? for hosting and to everyone who attended. We appreciate your continued support in our mission to make Southeast Louisiana a premiere destination for business investment! #StTammanyEDC #YourHomeForBusiness #Collaboration

?? Meet the Speakers of Scaling Louisiana! ?? We’re bringing powerhouse speakers to the Northshore for Scaling Louisiana: A Masterclass, part of New Orleans Entrepreneur Week! These industry leaders have built, scaled, and transformed businesses and ecosystems—and now they’re sharing their game-changing insights with YOU. ?? ?? Check out our full lineup NOW: SPEAKERS AND SPONSORS: https://lnkd.in/eFkTFPYw CLAIM YOUR SPOT: https://lnkd.in/eqZqkqmY Get ready to learn from the best and gain the strategies you need to take your business to the next level. ?? Monday, March 24th ?? The Greenwood: A Southern Hotel Property This is THE event for Louisiana entrepreneurs and business owners who are serious about growth. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today!

?? A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors! ?? Arena Collective We’re less than one week away from Scaling Louisiana Masterclass, coming to the Northshore as part of New Orleans Entrepreneur Week! This event wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible sponsors, who are helping us bring top-tier insights, strategies, and networking opportunities to Louisiana’s entrepreneurial community. ?? Check out our sponsors and speakers making this event happen and why this is a MUST-ATTEND for business owners and entrepreneurs looking to scale! https://lnkd.in/eFkTFPYw Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow! Secure your spot now for just $25 and view the full agenda:https://lnkd.in/eqZqkqmY See you there! ??

The St. Tammany Parish Library Millage Renewal is a continuation of an existing millage that will help fund your neighborhood library for the next 15 years. The St. Tammany Parish Library, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, is an invaluable public resource that receives 96% of its funding through a dedicated millage, which officially expired December 31, 2024. In 2024, St. Tammany Parish Library system – which consists of twelve locations throughout the Parish – boasted over 600,000 visitors, 1M+ items checked out, nearly 170,000 Wi-Fi users, and more than 4,000 community events. This millage continuation will guarantee this essential public service is properly funded and maintained, furthering the reputation of St. Tammany as a first-class community. Our partners at St. Tammany Parish Library are providing additional resources regarding this ballot initiative on their website for voters to review. These details can be found at https://lnkd.in/g8ykmubk. #StTammanyEDC #YourHomeForBusiness #Elections

As voters prepare to head to the polls on Saturday, March 29, St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation encourages you to stay informed about ballot initiatives and how they impact St. Tammany Parish businesses and residents alike. The St. Tammany Parish Extension and Rededication of the District 3 Sales Tax and the St. Tammany Parish Library Millage Renewal will profoundly influence the economic landscape of our community. The St. Tammany Parish Extension and Rededication of the District 3 Sales Tax is not a new tax or a tax increase. The extension and rededication will fully fund major traffic and drainage improvements as well as the District Attorney and public safety agencies. Revenues generated from the rededication and extension of the sales tax will go towards maintaining public infrastructure, including roadways and drainage facilities - ensuring the public health, safety, and welfare of Parish residents through the year 2056. This is important for reinforcing public safety and retaining the quality of life we appreciate in St. Tammany, maintaining critical infrastructure imperative to the retention of existing corporate and community members, and securing additional business investments in our region. Our partners at St. Tammany Parish have compiled additional information regarding this ballot initiative which can be found at bit.ly/stp2025election. #StTammanyEDC #YourHomeForBusiness #Elections

Thank you The Times-Picayune | Nola.com for sharing this great news! Covington-based satellite company Globalstar unveils new control center

We are proud to celebrate Globalstar’s continued expansion and investment in St. Tammany Parish! It was great to witness today’s ribbon cutting ceremony which was attended by Congressman Steve Scalise, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, Globalstar CEO Paul Jacobs, Secretary Susan Bonnett Bourgeois, and St. Tammany Parish President Mike Cooper. The opening of their Satellite Operation Center in Covington demonstrates how the Northshore is equipped to attract, support, and sustain top-tier corporations and technology companies. We thank all leadership present today for their attendance and for their continued support of job creation and economic development. We also thank Globalstar for investing in Louisiana and making St. Tammany #YourHomeForBusiness! #StTammanyEDC #GrandOpening

The Northshore startup and small business event of 2025 is just one week away! STartUP Northshore and Arena Collective are bringing New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW)—the premier event for our region's entrepreneurial community—to the Northshore next Monday, March 24, with Scaling Louisiana Masterclass. Get ready for a high-impact masterclass event designed for entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders looking to scale, innovate, and connect. We’re excited to announce Christopher Masingill, CEO of St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation, will join Josh Fleig, CIO with Louisiana Economic Development, and Jon Atkinson, CEO at The Idea Village, for an exclusive panel discussion on Louisiana’s bold vision for entrepreneurship, investment, and emerging industries. What to Expect: ? Expert-led masterclasses on leadership, marketing, team strategy, raising capital, and AI ? Exclusive panel discussion on Louisiana’s Innovation Strategy with top economic development and startup leaders ? Unmatched networking opportunities with like-minded professionals ?? Admission is just $25 – Secure your spot today on Eventbrite ?? lnkd.in/eqZqkqmY ?? Full event lineup attached! #StTammanyEDC #StartUpNorthshore #NOEW25