During the recently completed 2012 Regular Legislative Session the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce dedicated time, resources and energy to advocate three primary areas of interest to our members: K-12 Education Reform, Higher Education and Economic Development. The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce maintained a presence at the Capitol each week throughout the twelve week session which began March 12 and ended June 4, 2012.  Click here to access the final report.

 

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There is still time to nominate someone for the 2012 ATHENA Award.  This program is presented by the Business Development Connection of the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce and the Bossier Chamber of Commerce.  Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, June 29.  The award recipient will be announced at the ATHENA Awards Luncheon, which will be held on Thursday, October 18, 2012.  Also, consider sponsoring this event and gain valuable exposure for your business!  Click here to nominate or click here to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

 

TripAdvisor recently presented The Remington Suite Hotel in Downtown Shreveport with the Certificate of Excellence for 2012. This award was merited due to the boutique hotel’s consistent “Excellent” 5 Star ratings based solely on consumer reviews. The Remington has established itself as TripAdvisor’s #1 Hotel in the Shreveport/Bossier area through its high service standards and luxurious guest amenities.

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“The Three Amigos” could be yours!  Support the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra and enter to win a SIGNED, limited edition, framed George Rodrigue print featuring the wildly popular and iconic Blue Dog.  Raffle tickets are $10 each and are available through Thursday, June 28.  All proceeds benefit the SSO.  Buy your $10 raffle tickets online today at http://www.shreveportsymphony.com/raffle#purchase and click on the PayPal link at the bottom of the page.  The drawing will be held on Friday, June 29.  

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