The North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce

The North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce kicked off the first Membership Meeting of the Year with support of EmployBR Workforce table discussions and Citslinc International travel group. NBRCC will celebrate its 20th year Annivesray since being established in early 2004. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gp59PmzK. A warm welcome to all new members joining us.

?? Calling all women in business in Baton Rouge! ?? Join us for Women in Business: Contracts, Capital & Commercial Real Estate—a powerful event presented by Regions Bank Foundation and TruFund Financial Services in partnership with Reimagine Womens Center Business Resource and Innovation Hub and The North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce ?? March 25, 2025 ? 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM CST ?? Reimagine Women’s Center, Baton Rouge, LA ?? Gain insights on securing contracts, accessing capital, and navigating commercial real estate! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gp5nrEcW or Scan the QR code in the flyer to register! #WomenInBusiness #BatonrRouge #Entrepreneurship #TruFund #BusinessGrowth #ContractsAndCapital #TruImpact James H. Bason Dr. Kim Carter Evans, Psy.D., PhD, MBA, LPCT Allison Washington ShaRhonda Hill Laci Sherman, MHA Rinaldi Jacobs Jr., e-PRO?, PSA Mary Wallace Hannon Mike Scott

Did you know? Scotlandville is an official Louisiana Cultural District, recognized for its rich history, vibrant arts, and entrepreneurial spirit! Home to Southern University, historic businesses, and community-driven revitalization efforts, Scotlandville continues to thrive as a hub for culture and economic development in North Baton Rouge. Learn more about Louisiana’s Cultural Districts: Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism https://lnkd.in/ggQ83_cZ #Scotlandville #CulturalDistrict #EconomicDevelopment #NorthBatonRouge #CommunityGrowth #HistoricPreservation

?? We’re thrilled to announce the Grow North Baton Rouge Business Initiative, which we proudly call our first Entrepreneurship-Led Ecosystem for North Baton Rouge! This program supports small businesses with the tools, resources, and community they need to thrive. Join us in Baton Rouge, LA, on December 6, 2024, for an inspiring evening celebrating our inaugural cohort of 8 micro-enterprise entrepreneurs. Over the past few months, they’ve gained valuable insights to strengthen their financial and operational systems, empowering their businesses for success. Special thanks to Louisiana Economic Development and State Senator/President Pro Tempore Regina Barrow for funding this initiative! ?? Register to celebrate with us and witness firsthand the growth and resilience of our local business community: https://lnkd.in/gfgRJ9bk More highlights to come! #GrowNorthBatonRouge #EntrepreneurshipEcosystem #SmallBusinessSuccess #NorthBatonRouge #BusinessGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment

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Recap: Brownfields Redevelopment Summit Success! ?? We had an amazing turnout of over 50 participants at the Brownfields Redevelopment Summit, where we showcased how Brownfields can be a powerful economic development tool to revitalize North Baton Rouge. This event wouldn't have been possible without the dedication of our incredible partners and speakers. Special thanks to: ??Jasmine Thomas, AICP (@EBR Planning Commission) City/Parish of Baton Rouge ??Kendra Hendricks (Build Baton Rouge) ??Rebecca Otte (Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality) ??Maggie Trenary Gleason AICP, CFM Gleason, AICP, CFM (Louisiana Brownfields Association) ??Floyd Luster (The Luster Group, LLC) ??Jennifer Lindquist, P.G. (Leaaf Environmental, LLC Environmental) ??@Jennifer Schatzle & Ashlyn Holmes (LDEQ) ??@Michael Kennedy (US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6) ??@Joyce Metoyer & Travis Rosenberg (Louisiana Economic Development) Your expertise and collaboration made this summit impactful and informative for all attendees. Together, we’re empowering our community with the resources and knowledge to turn blighted properties into thriving assets. If you missed this event, stay tuned for more opportunities to get involved in the redevelopment of North Baton Rouge! See the session agenda below ? #EconomicDevelopment #Brownfields #CommunityRevitalization #NorthBatonRouge #SustainableGrowth #UrbanRedevelopment #Partnerships

I'm excited to share with you a major development that will significantly boost the economic landscape of Baton Rouge. The grand opening of the new Amazon fulfillment center at the former Cortana Mall represents a pivotal moment for the city and community. This $200 million, 3.4 million square foot facility is poised to transform the area around Florida Boulevard and drive substantial economic growth in Baton Rouge. Amazon is committed to fostering supplier diversity. If you're interested in becoming an Amazon supplier, you can learn more and register by visiting https://lnkd.in/esv3mXWt. SULLA, LLC is here to support your small business needs and equip you with the necessary infrastructure for upcoming contracting opportunities. Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] to learn more about our small business consultancy services. #Amazon #Supplier #Diversity #BatonRouge #SmallBusiness #Consultancy

“The Federal Trade Commission’s decision to ban employer noncompete agreements across the economy is not only unlawful but also a blatant power grab that will undermine American businesses’ ability to remain competitive." Read Suzanne Clark's statement on why we will sue the FTC for their unlawful power grab on noncompete agreements ban:?https://lnkd.in/dEm2FyG4

Louisiana education leaders established a new policy yesterday to create accountability points for school districts that establish paid work-place experiences for internships and apprenticeships. Work-based learning is an important and valuable part of career learning in high school. The article below inaccurately represents that unpaid work experiences aren't allowed; they can still be offered by employers (and will) but wouldn't receive points in the accountability system. When employers hire high school students for work experiences, the compensation is the incentive to the student to remain engaged, mentally and physically, learn from it, and consider their future career options.