AT&T Awarded Nearly $55 Million in BEAD Funding to Deliver FiberInternet Access to More Than 20,000
Upon execution of contract, AT&T Fiber to be expanded in Louisiana as part of $205 million public-private project to deliver high-speed internet and help close the digital divide. x AT&T is proud to announce that it has been selected to expand AT&T Fiber...
PRAL Northwest Chapter Members Honored for Outstanding Work in Public Relations at State and Regiona
Shreveport-Bossier City, La. – Three Public Relations Association of Louisiana (PRAL) - Northwest Chapter members were recognized for their outstanding work on campaigns and events in the public relations field at the PRAL State Conference Torche' Awards held in...
Good Advice for Offering Great Deals During Small Business Season
x There are a lot of political pundits who believe the election came down to the economy this year. And while we’re not looking to start any disagreements about whether it went the way it should’ve or not, we can’t discount the importance of the financial strain in...
We need your help sharing the Louisiana Child Care Parent Poll with Louisiana families!
x The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children, in partnership with the Louisiana Department of Education, is administering its annual survey to help understand the child care needs of Louisiana families with children under the age of 5. Questions range from asking...
JA B.O.L.D. Summit for Girls!
x Calling all businesswomen to participate! Here's your chance to be the inspiration you needed as a young woman. Join eighty businesswomen to mentor 240 high school girls at our 2nd annual JA B.O.L.D. Summit for Girls! Spend your day supporting these young women...
How to Run an Effective “12 Days of Deals” for Small Business Season
x While the twelve days of Christmas are traditionally celebrated between December 25 (Christmas Day) and January 5 (the eve of the Epiphany), consumer businesses often celebrate with the “12 Days of Deals” observance where they offer a new deal every day for twelve...
Spotlight on Cross Keys Bank: Serving Shreveport and Bossier City with Integrity and Community Focus
With convenient locations in both Shreveport and Bossier City, Cross Keys Bank has been a trusted financial institution in Louisiana for over a century. Founded in 1902, Cross Keys Bank is dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and businesses through...
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year — Small Business Season
November 1st - December 31st , 2024 x What does nearly every feel-good holiday movie have in common? A small business owner, of course! And that’s because there’s something magical about following your dreams and being part of a community.If you think back to some of...
Boost Your Business Growth: Join the Tuition-Free ICCC Leadership Training Program for Shreveport Entrepreneurs!
We are excited to collaborate with Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC) to offer a tuition-free leadership training program that helps small businesses build capacity and resiliency for long-term sustainable growth. A self-paced program, ICCC provides entrepreneurs...
Businesses Are Leveraging AI to Compete and Thrive
Small-scale applications and use of AI were on full display at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Technology Leadership Summit, where industry leaders explored the various applications and benefits of AI across sectors, and emphasized the importance of continued...
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8 Small Business Month Events to Register for Now
Focus on your business by participating in virtual workshops and webinars in May.Small businesses employ nearly 46% of all U.S. workers (about 59 million people), according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This puts them at the heart of the...
5TH ANNUAL “SHOOT HAPPENS!” SPORTING CLAYS TOURNAMENT
A Record-Breaking Day of Powder, Prizes & Precision at the Chamber’s Milestone Event The Shreveport Gun Club came alive with excitement on Saturday, April 26, 2025, as 18 teams gathered for the Greater Shreveport Chamber’s 5th Annual “SHOOT HAPPENS!”...
INAUGURAL CADDO PARISH DAY AT THE CAPITOL SEES LOCAL LEADERS JOIN FORCES TO BRING NEEDS TO BATON ROUGE
More than 80 Caddo Parish Leaders Engage with Cabinet Officials and Legislators On Thursday April 24th more than 80 leaders from across Caddo Parish traveled together to Baton Rouge to engage directly with cabinet departments and members of the legislature on behalf...
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...
