Spotlight on Lee Terry: Building Secure Futures with Modern Woodmen of America in Shreveport
Discover how Lee Terry of Modern Woodmen of America offers personalized financial planning and community support in Shreveport, LA.
Responding to Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Hurricane Helene, fueled by record-warm waters in the Gulf of Mexico, made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm on September 26, 2024.With sustained winds of 140 mph, Helene caused significant damage, impacting millions of residents and businesses. In Florida,...
Spotlight on Hodge Roofing: Strengthening Communities Across the South Through Craftsmanship and Care
Hodge Roofing, located in Shreveport, LA, stands as a testament to family values, faith, and unparalleled craftsmanship in the roofing industry. This family-owned, faith-driven business has been serving the roofing needs of residential, multifamily, and commercial customers since 2011
SCI-PORT ANNOUNCES MAJOR UPGRADES TOSWEPCO BRIGHT IDEAS DEMONSTRATION THEATER
Shreveport, Louisiana, October 17, 2024 — Sci-Port Discovery Center is proud to announce significant upgrades to its SWEPCO Bright Ideas Demonstration Theater, thanks to the vital contributions of key partners. These improvements mark an exciting new chapter for the...
GREATER SHREVEPORT CHAMBER ANNOUNCES 2024 “WHY THE HOLE NOT?” CHAMBER GOLF OPEN CHAMPIONS
The Greater Shreveport Chamber hosted its annual “Why the Hole Not?” Golf Open Presented by Honeywell/UPO on Tuesday, October 1st at Querbes Park Golf Course. The day started with lunch on the links sponsored by Heard McElroy & Vestal, LLP. Afterwards 21 teams...
Caddo Parks Earns Prestigious National Accreditation
x Pictured L to R: Cattina Williams, Asst. Director of Parks and Recreation; Patrick Wesley, Director of Parks and Recreation; Jennifer Schleining, CAPRA Accreditation Sr. Manager; Gabrielle Davis, Office Coordinator October 10, 2024 CADDO PARKS AND...
Hurricane Recovery Options
Hurricane Recovery Resources The west coast of Florida has taken a direct hit twice in two weeks when Hurricanes Helene and Milton wreaked havoc on Florida and portions of the East Coast, causing extensive damage and widespread flooding. The powerful storms made...
GREATER SHREVEPORT CHAMBER RELEASES VIDEO INTERVIEWSOF CANDIDATES FOR 6TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
As part of its ongoing Election Education Initiative, today, the Greater Shreveport Chamber is releasing the video interviews of the candidates running for the newly created 6th Congressional District who will appear on the ballot on November 5th. As part of recent...
Spotlight on Porter’s Industrial: A Family-Owned Business Powering Regional Industries
Porter’s Industrial, based in Bossier City, Louisiana, has been a trusted name in uniform apparel, facility management service products, and linens for decades. As a third-generation, family-owned business, Porter’s Industrial carries forward a proud legacy of service, quality, and community commitment
The Growth and Opportunity Imperative for America
Through the November elections and beyond, the U.S. Chamber will outline policies that will help us reach the goal of 3% annual real economic growth.They’re feeling the burden of rising prices, homeownership seems increasingly out of reach, and the government is...
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Maker vs. Manager: Mastering Two Distinct Leadership Modes to Maximize Your Impact
Leaders wear two hats: Makers create; Managers coordinate. Each requires different energy and time structures.Switching comes at a cost: Moving between modes drains productivity and increases burnout risk.Design your schedule with intention: Block Maker...
Spring Cleaning Now Improves Business Performance All Year
ContributorJon HeathMar 15, 2025When the first flowers poke out their heads, small business owners begin the entrepreneur’s version of a spring-cleaning ritual in preparation for filing tax returns. But a springtime cleanup of bookkeeping and accounting is also a...
Preparing for Grant Management and Single Audits
Before applying for grants from local, state, or federal governments—or other not-for-profit organizations—it’s important to establish a strong foundation for grant management. This includes developing a system to track funds, ensure compliance, and stay aligned with...
Succession Planning for Private Foundations
ContributorDenise M. PenzMar 26, 2025Private foundations are often established with the noble intent of creating a lasting charitable legacy, but many fail due to administrative burdens, regulatory complexities, and a lack of long-term engagement from successors....