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Our 2025 Leadership EXCEL class closed out the year with a full and unforgettable Lafayette Focus Session — a day packed with innovation, regional perspective, and behind-the-scenes experiences that spotlighted the power of Acadiana. From medical innovation to media, regional economic strategy to high-tech retail, this final session tied together everything our participants have learnedRead more

Small Business Saturday is here, and our members are showing up strong with exclusive deals, discounts, and gift-worthy specials. Whether you’re checking off your shopping list, hunting for a holiday outfit, or simply exploring what Acadia Parish has to offer, these Chamber members have something waiting for you. Here’s the full breakdown: Crowley Art AssociationRead more

CROWLEY – Whether you are beginning your education, brushing up on your skills, or taking a course for your enjoyment, the education you receive at our Crowley Campus in Acadia Parish will prepare you for your next big move. Our classes are small enough to provide personal training and large enough for you to meetRead more

Business Spotlight: Acadia Parish Farm Bureau  Acadia Parish Farm Bureau has long been a trusted name for local families, farmers, and business owners. Their mission goes far beyond insurance, it’s about relationships, advocacy, and preserving the agricultural legacy that defines our region. Farm Bureau’s deep connection to the agricultural community is evident in everything theyRead more

In Acadia Parish, where food, music, and culture intertwine to create experiences unlike anywhere else, the Acadia Parish Tourism Commission plays a vital role in ensuring the world gets a taste of our homegrown charm. As the official destination marketing organization for our parish, Visit Acadia Parish captures the beauty, fascination, and wonder of lifeRead more

Earlier this month, the 2025 Leadership EXCEL class spent the day immersed in the vibrant stories, sights, and sounds that make up the cultural backbone of our region. From historic city halls to art-filled downtowns, Arts, Culture & Tourism Day offered an unforgettable journey through the past, present, and future of local heritage. The dayRead more

A Legacy of Local Milling In Acadia Parish, where rice farming is a way of life, Falcon Rice Mill has been a trusted name for generations. Established in the 1940s by the Trahan family patriarch, the mill’s story is one of perseverance, tradition, and commitment to supporting local farmers. What began as a seed dealership—buyingRead more

Leadership EXCEL Explores Southwest Louisiana The Leadership EXCEL Class of 2025 recently traveled to Southwest Louisiana for an immersive day of learning, exploration, and connection. The day provided class members with the opportunity to hear directly from regional leaders and experience firsthand the industries that are driving growth in the Lake Charles area. The groupRead more

BATON ROUGE, La. – Governor Jeff Landry today unveiled a suite of initiatives designed to give Louisiana businesses new tools, visibility and support to expand and thrive amid the state’s unprecedented economic momentum. Since taking office nearly two years ago, Governor Landry has announced billions in new investments, thousands of jobs, and some of the largest businessRead more

CROWLEY, La. – Regional partners including Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development, Acadia Parish Police Jury, Cleco, and One Acadiana are proud to announce that a 51.71-acre site located in Acadia Parish has been certified under the Louisiana Economic Development (LED) Certified Sites program. A Louisiana Economic Development Certified Site is a development-readyRead more