KENNER, La. – The Jefferson Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual State of Jefferson luncheon, presented by IBERIABANK/First Horizon, on Wednesday, November 17 at Chateau Golf & Country Club. The luncheon served as an opportunity for the Chamber’s members to be updated on the progress of the parish over the last year. The panel included Jefferson Parish President Cynthia ... Read More
Ruth Lawson Named President of Jefferson Chamber
METAIRIE, LA – The Jefferson Chamber Board of Directors selected Ruth W. Lawson to serve as President of the 25-year-old business organization. Lawson, who will begin her new role on December 14, is currently serving as Executive Director of the Jefferson Parish Finance Authority where she managed an operating budget and portfolio of approximately $20 million in investments, ... Read More
Jefferson Chamber Conducts 2021 Annual Meeting, Presents Business Leadership Awards at Alario Center
WESTWEGO, LA – The Jefferson Chamber hosted Engage 2021: Embrace the Season of Change on Thursday, October 28 the John A. Alario Event Center. The assembly served as a combination of two of the Chamber’s signature events: the Annual Meeting presented by Ochsner Health and the Business Leadership Awards presented by Southwest Airlines. As one of the Chamber’s largest ... Read More
Jefferson Chamber Board of Directors Calls for Override on Two Common Sense Bills
METAIRIE, LA – In a historic move, the Louisiana Legislature has called itself into session to consider overriding 28 bills recently vetoed by Governor Edwards. Two of those bills were vetoed in favor of special interest groups, and quite frankly, need to be put into law. The override session will begin July 20, 2021. Please contact your local legislator and let them know that ... Read More
Prosper Jefferson July 28: Fundraising and Grant Writing
AVONDALE, LA - There are many tools and resources available to help boost business. Some businesses – nonprofit and for-profit alike – turn to fundraising or obtaining grants to support services, initiatives, and activities. A successful fundraising campaign can elevate a business or organization’s community engagement and messaging, raise awareness about mission, and serve as ... Read More
