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Wednesday, May 15, 2024New Orleans Music Census Launches Today, Calling All Voices to Shape the Future of New Orleans Music
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2024 For Media Inquiries Only communications@nola.gov (504) 658-4945 New Orleans Music Census Launches Today, Calling All Voices to Shape the Future of New Orleans Music Policy NEW ORLEANS — Today marks the kickoff of the New Orleans Music Census, an ambitious endeavor spearheaded by the Mayor’s Office of Nighttime Economy to collect comprehensive data about the local music ecosystem. With the aim of delving deep into the heartbeat of our city, this
Wednesday, May 15, 2024UPDATED: New Orleans Recreation Development Commission, Office of Workforce Development and Mayor’s Office of Youth and Families Announces Details of Youth Summer Programs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2024 For Media Inquiries Only communications@nola.gov (504) 658-4945 UPDATED: New Orleans Recreation Development Commission, Office of Workforce Development and Mayor’s Office of Youth and Families Announces Details of Youth Summer Programs NEW ORLEANS — This week, the New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) Commission, in partnership with the City of New Orleans Office of Workforce Development and Mayor’s Office of Youth and Families announced the upcoming
Wednesday, May 15, 2024TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Lane Closures on Poydras Street
NEW ORLEANS — Today, the City of New Orleans announced that starting at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, the Department of Public Works (DPW) contractor, Hard Rock Construction, LLC, will initiate the process of marking out Poydras Street from South Claiborne Avenue to Convention Center Boulevard for imminent repairs. Construction is scheduled to begin on May 20. During construction, crews will be working in one lane simultaneously in each direction (river bound and lake bound), ensuring that
Tuesday, May 14, 2024Port of New Orleans President and CEO & New Orleans Public Belt CEO Brandy D. Christian Announces Departure
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2024 Media Contact: Kimberly Curth (504) 388-4898 kimberly.curth@portnola.com Port of New Orleans President and CEO & New Orleans Public Belt CEO Brandy D. Christian Announces Departure New Orleans, LA – Today, the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) announced that its President and CEO Brandy D. Christian, a leading figure in the transportation industry, will step down mid-June 2024 to pursue an opportunity in the private sector. Christian has served as the
Thursday, May 09, 2024Sandra Lombana Lindquist CEO - New Orleans Chamber of Commerce
Shepherding connections and advocacy to shape New Orleans as a great place to live and do business has been one of the greatest honors of Sandra Lombana Lindquist, CCE. As the CEO of the New Orleans Chamber, now celebrating its 20th Anniversary, Sandra is excited to grow a network of more than 1,300 members and have a positive impact through alliances and partnerships. New Orleans Chamber founders believed in building community by fostering connections and supporting local businesses. Under Sandra’s
Thursday, May 09, 2024Carnival Cruise Line Celebrates 30 years of Saliling from New Orleans
Carnival Liberty Arrives to Welcome First Guests from New Homeport, Solidifying Carnival’s Year-Round Commitment in Port NOLA NEW ORLEANS – May 6, 2024 – Trumpets blared aboard Carnival Liberty today as Carnival Cruise Line celebrated its 30th year sailing from New Orleans. Community leaders and the cruise line’s Chief Culinary Officer Emeril Lagasse, world-famous for his New Orleans cuisine, were on board to mark the important milestone just after the ship arrived in its new home of Port NOLA for the
Thursday, May 09, 2024Louisiana Economic Development is undergoing a major transformation
Louisiana Economic Development (LED) is undergoing a major transformation. Under the leadership of Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois, LED launched Positioning Louisiana to Win, our plan to modernize the department in ways that allow it to proactively and comprehensively support our existing businesses, and aggressively compete to attract new business. We need your help to unlock all of the opportunity this milestone moment offers for our state. The engagement of Louisiana’s private sector is vital to LED’s
Thursday, May 02, 2024Port of New Orleans Names Amanda Coates as New Chief Commercial Officer
NEW ORLEANS- Today the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) announced that it has named Amanda Coates as its Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, Coates will lead the port’s business development strategies and real estate operations, further strengthening its position as a market leader. Her appointment reflects Port NOLA’s commitment to not only attracting top talent and fostering a culture of excellence, but also to investing in and growing our workforce into positions of increasing
Thursday, May 02, 2024Former NOPD Chief Michelle Woodfork Joins the DA’s Office as the Forensic & Intelligence Investigations Director to Build on the Gains in the Fight Against Violent Crime
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 30, 2024 Former NOPD Chief Michelle Woodfork Joins the DA’s Office as the Forensic & Intelligence Investigations Director to Build on the Gains in the Fight Against Violent CrimeNew Orleans, LA - Today, District Attorney Williams announced the appointment of former NOPD Superintendent Michelle Woodfork as the office's new Director of Forensics and Intelligence. Woodfork, widely known for her steadfast dedication to public safety and her distinguished career in law
Thursday, May 02, 2024Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine Announces Founding Dean and Location in Downtown New Orleans at Benson Tower
Media Contacts: Malana Joseph Mitchell (504) 559-0823 malana@thespearsgroup.com Della Hasselle (504)256-4985 della.hasselle@ochsner.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine Announces Founding Dean and Location in Downtown New Orleans at Benson Tower The future HBCU medical school will be an anchor of the BioDistrict, helping to grow the city’s economy, train more physicians and bring healthcare diversity to the Gulf South New Orleans, La. – Xavier University of Louisiana
Thursday, May 02, 2024Port of New Orleans Celebrates Eighth Annual Maritime Month
Month-long May Campaign Salutes the Working Riverfront and the Dedicated Workforce that Connects Louisiana to Markets Worldwide NEW ORLEANS — The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) will celebrate its eighth annual Maritime Month May 1-31 and National Maritime Day on May 22 to pay tribute to the region’s rich maritime history and to honor the hardworking men and women of the local maritime industry. “Port NOLA is a major economic catalyst for our city, state, and region, driving 21,700
Thursday, May 02, 2024The Port of New Orleans Announces Record Container Growth
Closing third quarter of fiscal year 2024 with significant growth and service reliability NEW ORLEANS -- The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) announced today that it moved a total of 133,845 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 representing a 19% increase year over year and also a record quarter with container volume not seen since the supply chain issues in 2021. As containerized import volumes continue to steadily climb, due in part to Port NOLA’s investment
Wednesday, May 01, 2024The New Orleans Chamber Chooses Renaissance Publishing as Publisher for Annual Directory
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: [Contact Ashley Hilsman, EVP, ashley@neworleanschamber.org] [Contact Todd Matherne, Publisher, todd@bizneworleans.com] The New Orleans Chamber Chooses Renaissance Publishing as Publisher for Annual Directory FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: [Contact Ashley Hilsman, EVP, ashley@neworleanschamber.org] [Contact Todd Matherne, Publisher, todd@bizneworleans.com] The New Orleans Chamber Chooses Renaissance Publishing as Publisher for Annual Directory New Orleans, LA - May 1,
Friday, April 26, 2024New Orleans BioInnovation Center fuels accessible and equitable health security
Contact: April Catarella Gambel Communications 504.577.7390 april@gambelpr.comNew Orleans BioInnovation Center fuels accessible and equitable health security with relaunch of BioChallenge pitch competition NEW ORLEANS (April 23, 2024) - The New Orleans BioInnovation Center (NOBIC) is excited to announce the relaunch of the annual BioChallenge pitch competition to be held Oct. 31, 2024,. The competition invites entrepreneurs and startups to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and technologies,
Thursday, April 25, 2024One Week Left to Apply: Small Businesses and Non-Profits Can Win A Free Website From Get Online NOLA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOne Week Left to Apply: Small Businesses and Non-Profits Can Win AFree Website From Get Online NOLA New Orleans, LA-based website design company offers the chance to win a professional website. New Orleans, LA- Get Online NOLA, a woman-owned small business specializing in digital marketing and website design, is reminding small businesses and non-profit organizations that there is only one week left to apply for the 2024 Get Online NOLA Grant. This grant allows one deserving
Thursday, April 25, 2024Two Louisiana Women Achieve National Award in Political Consulting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 22, 2024 CONTACT hello@lastwordstrategies.com TWO LOUISIANA WOMEN ACHIEVE NATIONAL AWARD IN POLITICAL CONSULTING DUO NAMED TO AAPC’S 40 UNDER 40 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, two LSU Manship School alumnae and women who founded Greater New Orleans’ digital consulting firms, Last Word Strategies Founder and Principal Kristine Breithaupt and Shoreline Strategies Founder and CEO Cassie Alsfeld, were announced as members of the 2024 Class of the American Association of
Thursday, April 25, 2024May, Music, Dining & Design Extravaganza, and Art
For Immediate Release Contact: Annie Irvin, (504) 616-8552April 22, 2024 director@bkhouse.org Sandra Dartus, (307) 699-2026 sdartus51@gmail.com MAY MUSIC, DINING & DESIGN EXTRAVAGANZA, AND ARTBK House features Marcia Ball, Judith Owen, Local
Thursday, April 25, 2024New Orleans BioInnovation Center fuels accessible and equitable health security with relaunch of Bio
Contact: April Catarella Gambel Communications 504.577.7390 april@gambelpr.comNew Orleans BioInnovation Center fuels accessible and equitable health security with relaunch of BioChallenge pitch competition NEW ORLEANS (April 23, 2024) - The New Orleans BioInnovation Center (NOBIC) is excited to announce the relaunch of the annual BioChallenge pitch competition to be held Oct. 31, 2024,. The competition invites entrepreneurs and startups to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and technologies,
Thursday, April 25, 2024Port of New Orleans Announces $7.1 million in Federal Funding for Sustainability Infrastructure to Reduce Emissions and Slow Global Climate Change Global
Grant money also supports Port NOLA’s workforce development initiatives to create pathways for the thousands of jobs the new Louisiana International Terminal will generate. NEW ORLEANS- The Port of New Orleans announced today that it has been awarded $7,117,567 from the Federal Highway Administration’s Reducing Truck Emissions at Port Facilities (RTEPF) Grant program that is funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. “Continually upgrading our ports is essential to attract new businesses
Saturday, April 20, 2024NO/LA Angel Network Rebrands as Gulf South Angels and Expands Across the Gulf South Region
New Orleans, LA (March 26, 2024) — As part of an expansion plan across the Gulf South, the region’s leading angel investment group, NO/LA Angel Network (NO/LAAN), has announced that it is rebranding as the Gulf South Angels (GSA). While its headquarters will remain in New Orleans, the GSA footprint will extend from eastern Texas to the Florida Panhandle to southern Arkansas to Tennessee and west of Atlanta. GSA will continue to broaden its membership and investment reach in this region. Over the
Thursday, April 04, 2024Build a Business Doing What You Love Using These Tips
Embarking on the journey of transforming a hobby into a thriving business venture requires strategic planning, dedication, and a flair for innovation. This transition from a leisure activity to a commercial enterprise involves identifying unique aspects of your offering, honing essential skills, developing a keen understanding of market dynamics, and crafting a compelling business plan. In this article, we discuss actionable steps to navigate this exciting transformation.Carve Out a Niche In a
Wednesday, April 03, 2024New Orleans Chamber Announces 2024 Power Up: Women’s Leadership Conference
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sharon Truxillo 225-939-2403 Sharon@gambelpr.com New Orleans Chamber Announces 2024 Power Up: Women’s Leadership Conference New Orleans Chamber Announces 2024 Power Up: Women’s Leadership Conference NEW ORLEANS (March 23, 2024) – The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce announces its 5th annual Power Up: Women’s Leadership Conference slated for Thursday, June 6 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Sponsored by Fidelity Bank P.O.W.E.R. (Potential of Women
Wednesday, January 17, 2024Forge Ahead: The Small Business Guide to Emergency Readiness
In the realm of small businesses, the unexpected looms as an inevitable tide. The difference between those who flourish and those who flounder lies in the strength of their emergency preparedness. This article serves as a blueprint to steer your business through tempestuous times with a methodical approach to crisis management.Identifying and Assessing Threats Every business must start by painting a clear picture of what could go wrong. Pinpointing these threats involves a deep dive into the
Monday, January 15, 2024Amp up your energy-savings with a free energy assessment from Energy Smart.
Don't let energy costs cut into your profits. Energy Smart, Entergy New Orleans energy efficiency program. can help you reduce your energy use and save on your electric bill with their Small Business Energy Assessment offering. The assessment is free and only available to Entergy New Orleans small business customers. What to expect: Free one-hour walk-through to evaluate opportunities for energy savings.Installation of free energy-efficient products. LED light bulbs.Smart thermostat.Advance power
Sunday, December 10, 2023ACCE Forty under 40 Award Recipient
For Immediate Release December 8, 2023 ACCE FORTY Under 40 Award RecipientAshley Hilsman named Forty Under 40 by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Alexandria, VA. (December 8, 2023) – Ashley Hilsman has been named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2023 Forty Under 40 list of emerging leaders shaping the chamber of commerce industry. This annual recognition program showcases 40 of the industry’s top emerging leaders who have demonstrated success in
Friday, October 20, 2023New Orleans Chamber of Commerce Announces 'Think Local' Campaign, Set to Kick Off Shop Small Season in 2023
New Orleans, October 20, 2023 – The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce is excited to unveil its latest initiative, called 'Think Local,' which supports locally owned businesses and recognizes their impact on our city's economy. The campaign is set to commence on October 30th, just in time to encourage the community to shop, dine, and experience the unique services offered by small businesses during this holiday season. "Small, locally owned businesses are the backbone of our community. They drive
Wednesday, October 18, 2023Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Tuesday, July 25, 2023Build a Roadmap to Your Dream Career
A professional development plan is a powerful tool for guiding your career trajectory and achieving your goals. It's a roadmap that helps you understand where you are, where you want to go, and how to get there. This short guide will walk you through the steps of creating an effective professional development plan that aligns with your career aspirations.Set Specific, Attainable Goals The first step in creating a professional development plan is defining your career goals. What do you want to achieve in
Wednesday, June 14, 2023Government Gives Businesses Up to $26k Per W2 Employee Through The Last Stimulus Packet From The Cares Act
For Immediate Release Anidrah Capital Enterprise (ACE) is pleased to announce its commitment to assisting businesses in obtaining the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) for their businesses. ACE is committed to supporting businesses that have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to businesses across the globe. Small and medium-sized businesses have been particularly impacted. ACE recognizes the significance of this tax credit in supporting