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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

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

SoLAcc St. Crowley, Now Enrolling for Fall In Crowley, you can study close to where you live and work. SoLAcc’s Crowley Campus offers both hands-on training programs as well as associate degree programs. Whether you are beginning your education, brushing up on your skills, or taking a course for your enjoyment, the education you receiveRead more

BITS & STEM Summer Career Fair at South Louisiana Community College Looking for a job in Welding, Electrician, Automotive, Electronics, Diesel Repair, HVAC, or IT? South Louisiana Community College (SoLAcc) is pleased to announce the BITS & STEM Summer Career Fair, set to take place on Wednesday, June 19 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pmRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Board of Directors has announced the promotion of Elizabeth Istre Miller as President & CEO effective March 15, 2024. Miller was previously named as interim following former president and CEO, Megan M. Duhon’s, departure on January 31.  “Our board of directors was unanimous in this decision,Read more

South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) is excited to announce the upcoming Crowley Campus Career Fair, hosted by SLCC Career Services. The event will take place on Tuesday, March 5th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and will be held at the Crowley Campus.  The career fair is open to all students and the public, providingRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Istre Miller as Interim President & CEO effective February 1, 2024. Miller’s appointment follows the announcement that Megan Malmay Duhon has accepted a regional position as One Acadiana’s Director of Economic Development. Miller joined the Acadia ParishRead more

As the confetti settles and the echoes of “Happy New Year!” fade, we at the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude to the incredible community that makes our parish so special. 2023 was a year filled with challenges and triumphs, but through it all, the spiritRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce welcomes incoming 2023-24 Board Members. The newly elected board members will serve a three-year term beginning July 1, 2023, are Nicole Broussard, Acadia Parish Police Jury; Chuck LeJeune, CDL Properties, Planning, & Design, LLC; Mary Morrison, South Louisiana Community College and Suzy Webb; Acadia Parish Farm Bureau. Nicole BroussardRead more

Starting a business is a demanding but rewarding undertaking. There is so much to think about, from robust planning, market research, and acquiring knowledge in areas you never thought of before. To be a successful entrepreneur, you want to make sure you prepare thoroughly before launching your business. In this article, we focus on fiveRead more