Nancy Broadhurst is the recipient of the 2019 Leaders in Philanthropy Awards for Acadia Parish. Broadhurst serves as chief executive officer of Lafayette General Foundation, where she leads the organization to steward philanthropic support to advance the mission of Lafayette General Health – To Restore, Maintain and Improve Health.
As part of the Acadiana Opportunity Zone Initiative, the Church Point Stakeholder meeting was held on Thursday, July 11th at the Home Bank Annex in Church Point. The session was hosted by the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Church Point and was led by the CEO and staff of the AcadianaRead more
Summertime marks a new year for us here at the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce. It is no surprise that we kick it off with a bang! Members of the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors met Monday, July 1 for their annual planning meeting. With the help of professional facilitator, Brent Henley ofRead more
Over 200 business professionals and community members from across the parish joined Fezzo’s Seafood Steakhouse and Oyster Bar and the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce for Quarter 1 Business After Hours at the Fezzo’s location in Crowley. Fezzo’s was excited to host this quarterly gathering to socialize and network with their fellow members, and inRead more
The term “Chamber of Commerce” is one of the oldest and most well-recognized brands in the world, but there is significant public misunderstanding of its meaning. There is an old adage in the chamber world: “If you’ve seen one chamber, you’ve seen one.” This is true as all chambers have different mission and focus areas;Read more
Daniel Nugier, Chairman Daniel Nugier is a Real Estate Broker for Southwest Real Estate, LLC, which is part of The Southwest Group and has served as a member of the Realtors Commercial Alliance of Acadiana since 2016, serving as president in 2017. A graduate of Notre Dame High School, Nugier was general manager for LouisianaRead more
As summertime is in full swing, the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce reminds local shoppers to remember to shop local businesses. “We’re in the last stretch of the summer holiday, and we’re encouraging shoppers to think about shopping local. So many people we talk to ask how they can get involved in the community, andRead more
Louisiana has bypassed Tennessee to become the No.1 state in the nation for the number of high school seniors completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), according to the most recent report by the National College Access Network (NCAN). “Louisiana is a leader in financial aid planning, and more students than ever before areRead more
Fezzo’s Seafood, Steakhouse and Oyster Bar invites the surrounding Acadiana area to their 20th Anniversary Party, a three-day celebration filled with food, drinks, and music that features local talent. The celebration kicks off in Crowley on Tuesday, July 23. Colby Latiolais and Ambush will perform from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The party will thenRead more
Tropical Storm Barry has made landfall and is projected to send Acadia Parish quite a lot of heavy rain and wind. However, after the flooding of August 2016, we learned a few tips that worked for our local businesses that might help alleviate your worry. Because, after all, we care about your business. In addition,Read more
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P.O. Box 2125
Crowley, LA 70526
Ph: 337-788-0177
Fax: 337-783-9507
