METAIRIE, LA (August 5, 2021) — The Jefferson Chamber and Jefferson Chamber Foundation are pleased to announce the Leadership Jefferson Class of 2022. Leadership Jefferson offers its participants networking opportunities, enhanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Jefferson Parish, and an opportunity to become more actively involved in working to improve Jefferson Parish. The… Read More
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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… 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
Prosper Jefferson Returns July 14: Crisis & Resilience
AVONDALE, LA. – In Southeast Louisiana, we are no strangers to challenging weather events that can put a strain on our businesses and resources. And after facing down a global pandemic, all of us have learned new lessons about crisis and how we talk about disaster. Tackling a public crisis at work can be a… Read More
Amanda Hoerner Wins ACCE Sales Award
METAIRIE, LA — The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) has awarded Amanda Hoerner of the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce with its 2020-21 Sales Contest award for number of new personal sales. Hoerner placed second in the Under $500,000 dues income category for number of new personal sales. These three income categories correlate to… Read More
