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Louisiana Economic Development (LED) has begun accepting applications for the 6th Acadiana CEO Roundtable. This program is extremely valuable to CEOs of small to mid-size companies who are looking for knowledge on issues like best management practices, leadership and marketing. LED and One Acadiana wish to increase regional participation in the program, and we atRead more

Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is celebrating American Heart Month this February by creating awareness on the importance of prevention and early detection. Heart disease takes more lives than all forms of cancer combined. Every 37 seconds, an American dies of heart disease meaning that in this pandemic, heart disease is still a veryRead more

Contactless payment is quick and simple for customers and cashiers alike. By implementing contactless payments, business owners can welcome in a new era of convenience. Both near-field communication cards and mobile wallets, such as Apple Pay and Google Pay, allow customers to pay in a more streamlined manner. Why Add Contactless Payments?  The ease andRead more

When many people think of persuasion, images of sleazy, unscrupulous salespeople often come to mind. While it is true that their methods can be quite persuasive, there are other ways to convert others to your way of thinking or doing things without them feeling as though they are getting ripped off. In the persona ofRead more

Everyone likes to save money. Some save it in an account; others save it under the mattress. But, you can save money while actually spending money! Sounds a bit counter-intuitive right? Well, we here at the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce would like to show you this wonderful way of saving money. If you haveRead more

They say that you only get one chance to make a first impression, and nowhere is that more important than in the retail industry. You’ll need to draw customers into your store from the moment they step foot inside, and this requires care and attention to detail when planning the entrance to your shop. HereRead more

The Acadiana Planning Commission is currently undertaking a baseline survey of broadband internet access and reliability across the region. Today, the fight to bring reliable broadband to Acadiana’s communities has become as important as the fight to bring other rural utilities. Broadband access was once considered a luxury, however, in a post-COVID economy access toRead more

Leadership comes in many forms, from those who inspire dedication and support to those who rule through fear and intimidation. A true leader is someone who can command those under them without having to resort to extreme tactics. Many great leaders share some common traits, so work to improve these qualities in yourself to establishRead more

When you shop local, you do far more than get the items that you want quickly and conveniently. Buying local actually stimulates the economy in our community, helps benefit local schools and charities–and it even helps the environment! Here are some of the many reasons why it’s important to shop and buy locally: Buying LocalRead more

Have a great idea for a business? Wondering how to test out your product-without risking everything? If so, you might want to develop a minimum viable product (MVP)-a “version of a new product which allows a team to collect the maximum amount of validated learning about customers with the least effort.” Simply put, this approachRead more