Jefferson Chamber of Commerce

Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng signed an emergency proclamation effective Wednesday, July 1 requiring patrons to wear masks or face coverings (which includes cloth masks, scarves, bandanas, other cloth/fabric and face shields) while indoors and in any common area in all commercial buildings, public buildings and places of worship located in Jefferson Parish. The… Read More

73% of businesses in Jefferson Parish employ 10 people or less. Small enterprises make up 53% of the Jefferson Parish workforce and account for $4.39B in annual payroll. The Jefferson Parish economy runs on small local businesses.  Right now, small businesses – and their employees – are experiencing the impact of COVID-19 on a large scale…. Read More

The Jefferson Chamber Foundation’s Leadership Jefferson program is now accepting applications for the Class of 2021. Leadership Jefferson is a nine-month program designed to develop a diverse network of dedicated business and community leaders. Facilitated by a professional leadership team, the interactive workshops expose participants to local leaders and activists working to resolve critical issues… Read More

The coronavirus pandemic is changing the way that people shop. For many, online shopping has replaced in-store visits. Now, businesses are enhancing their online offerings to keep up with the trends and to find new ways to connect with their customers. Even before the pandemic, data shows that e-commerce is growing at a steady rate… Read More