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BATON ROUGE, La. — The state of Louisiana has launched a new digital platform to connect entrepreneurs and small business owners with resources to help them start and grow their businesses. Louisiana Business Hub (LouisianaBizHub.com) brings order to the often chaotic search for information, networking and resources that are the lifeblood of every small business.Read more

The 2023 Leadership EXCEL class met for a Two Day retreat held at the First United Methodist Church of Crowley on Tuesday & Wednesday, February 14th &15th. Nineteen participants from the parishes of Acadia and Jeff Davis were previously chosen to participate in the year-long program. Advisory Board Chairman, Chuck LeJeune, welcomed the class. “TheRead more

In January, Acadia Parish’s Michael Doughty was recognized as the recipient of Junior Achievement of Acadiana‘s 27th “Rising Young Business Leader”. Each year, JAA selects a slate of prestigious business honorees from the Acadiana Region that have excelled in their industry while demonstrating leadership and vision within the business community.  Michael will be honored  on AprilRead more

Louisiana Economic Development (LED) is now accepting applications for its 2023-24 CEO Roundtables series, the popular, yearlong program that provides a platform for leaders of second-stage companies to share insights and knowledge. LED will select up to eight regional cohorts consisting of 15 to 18 qualified decision makers from companies that typically have annual salesRead more

The Leadership EXCEL program kicked off their 28th class in a different way this year! The advisory board made the bold decision to kick off the year with Emergenetics, and it did not disappoint. The session started with an orientation of the program by Chuck LeJeune, Chairman and Megan Duhon, Acadia Parish Chamber President/CEO. LeadershipRead more

Leadership EXCEL, a joint program between the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and the Jeff Davis Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce the members of the 2023 Class. The selected participants represent a cross section of the community’s business, civic, and non-profit sectors. 2023 Leadership EXCEL Class: Alanna Garrick, Home Bank Alexis LeBlanc, Dugas, Soileau & BreauxRead more

One of Downtown Crowley’s most historic attractions, The Egan Hotel is undergoing repairs. Lazar Gielen, Owner of The Egan Hotel said the exterior of the building is being worked on, but he hopes it will one day become a boutique hotel. “It opened around 1913 and it rented rooms until about 1960,” Gielen said. “It wasRead more

Sandy and Wayne Melancon are the recipients of the 2022 Leaders In Philanthropy Award for Acadia Parish. Sandy and Wayne were both born and raised in St. Martin Parish and graduated from St. Martinville High School and the University of Southwestern Louisiana. Wayne is a retires engineer, and Sandy is a retired high school teacherRead more

The Leadership EXCEL Advisory Board is pleased to announce the conclusion of their 2022 year.  The 27th Graduating Leadership EXCEL Class met at The New Fezzo’s of Crowley on Wednesday, November 9th for a reception and graduation ceremony. The evening began with an informal reception prior to the graduation where graduates, sponsors, and families of theRead more

Acadia Parish draws visitors year-round with its colorful brand of south Louisiana culture, but here in the heart of the Cajun Harvest Country, things really come to life in the fall. Mild, sunny days and balmy evenings inspire locals and guests to gather outside for events that keep toes tapping and lips smacking. It’s here you’llRead more