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The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Outstanding Young Citizen scholarship program, awarded in generous partnership with the Maboules Trust. Graduating seniors from each Acadia Parish high school are eligible to apply and one from each school is chosen. Please join us in celebratingRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development is proud to announce Gerard and Dana Frey as the recipients of the 2025 Humanitarian of the Year Award. This distinguished recognition will be presented at the Chamber’s Annual Banquet on Thursday, May 8th. Gerard and Dana Frey are well-known throughout the region as generous, genuineRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development is proud to announce that Melinda B. Malmay has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Legend in Leadership Award. This honor is given annually to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional dedication and service to Acadia Parish through personal commitment, professional excellence, and philanthropicRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development is proud to recognize Jaguar Energy Services as the 2025 Large Business of the Year, honoring their growth, deep community involvement, and continued commitment to excellence in the oil and gas industry. Founded in 2011 and locally owned by brothers Jared and Jason Monk, Jaguar EnergyRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development is proud to announce Poise & Personality, owned and operated by local entrepreneur Shontize Brown, as the recipient of the 2025 Small Business of the Year award. This recognition honors a small business that demonstrates growth, community involvement, and a positive impact on the local economyRead more

Debt and equity are two methods that can help you attain the capital your business needs. Whether your goal is growing your business, starting a new business venture, or simply sustaining your business, both options offer viable solutions for business owners to achieve their business financing goals. Debt Financing Debt financing is the process ofRead more

In June, Leadership EXCEL turned its focus to the economic engines that help drive our region to success. This immersive experience provided participants with valuable insights into the industries and businesses they, and most of our citizens, have touchpoints with almost daily but never knew the extent of. The day began at the CLECO AlternativeRead more

Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Welcomes New Board Members The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development is thrilled to announce the addition of four new members to the Board of Directors. Michael Doughty, 2023-2024 Chairman, will move into an ex-officio role for his final year and work alongside David “Willie”Read more

Hurricane Preparedness for Business Owners in Acadia Parish As we enter hurricane season, it’s crucial for business owners to be well-prepared to protect their employees, assets, and operations. According to a study by FEMA and the Department of Labor, 40% of small businesses will not reopen in the immediate aftermath of a hurricane and justRead more

This month, Leadership EXCEL took a journey through the vibrant agricultural landscape of our region. The agriculture focused day showcased the ingenuity, hard work, and rich traditions of our local agricultural community. Here’s a recap of their day!  A Morning at Lacassine Rail Facility The day began with a tour of the Lacassine Rail Facility,Read more