BR General Physicians Welcomes Dr. Sudduth
Baton Rouge General Physicians @ Denham Springs welcomes Dr. Robert Sudduth. Dr. Sudduth is a Family Physician and is accepting new patients. If you need to get in and out quickly when you're sick or just need to establish care for any of your health concerns. We are here to help. Please call the office to book an appointment today at 225-667-3100. We also offer online booking @ brgphysicians.com. Same day appointments available. We are located at: 1286 Del Este Ave in Denham Springs. We look forward
LP Biz News - January 7, 2022 - State of the Parish
Livingston Parish Business Newsletter - January 7, 2022 Picture of the week - Lard Oil Company Here is a cool business picture from this week. Photo is courtesy of Lard Oil Company. What year do you think this is? Some are guessing the 1940's. You can chime in here on the post. Livingston Parish ChamberBusiness | News | Updates Things to know - in bullets Sales tax collections for 2021 are up 12.5% in Livingston Parish. See the numbers here.Covid cases surge,local health care community
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Serenity Events Center Celebrates New Location with Official Ribbon Cutting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: April Wehrs, 225-665-8155 | april@livingstonparishchamber.org Serenity Events Center Celebrates New Location with Official Ribbon Cutting Serenity Events Center’s new location opened for business in early 2020. The Event Center made the opening official by co-hosting a ribbon cutting with the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce on Monday December 20, 2021. On hand for the event were owners, Dan and Daren Bourgeois, their sons Zachary and Brayden, Manager, MaKayla
2021 Livingston Parish Women’s Leadership Awards Winners Announced
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Livingston Parish Women’s Leadership Winners Announced (Denham Springs, La.) – On Friday, December 10, 2021, the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of the 2021 Women’s Leadership Awards. The awards were presented during the Livingston Parish Chamber’s Women’s Leadership event. The event was presented by Our Lady of the Lake Livingston. An open nomination process drew the nominees who then completed an application process to be considered for the
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Eagle Eye Care Celebrates Official Ribbon Cutting
The newest eye care practice in Denham Springs, Eagle Eye Care, opened for business with an official ribbon cutting held in coordination with the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce and city officials. The event was held on Monday, November 1, 2021, kicking off the business located at 112 South Range Avenue in the heart of downtown Denham Springs. The building holds historic significance as former post office for Denham Springs. Through the renovation process, the location has been upgraded and
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Brandy Robertson State Farm Celebrates Official Ribbon Cutting
Brandy Robertson State Farm made her new business ownership official on October 13 with a Ribbon Cutting surrounded by her team, family and members of Livingston Parish Chamber. Brandy, who has worked with Agent Joan Landry for the last 16 years, took ownership of the business in August after Landry's retirement. Robertson’s team includes Account Managers Amanda Cook who also worked under Landry, as well as newcomers Justin Sumrall and Lauryn Leblanc. Rounding out her support team are Robertson’s
Leadership Livingston Class of 2022 Selected
Leadership Livingston selected its 10th class since inception of the program. The class notified of their selection and held their first meet up in August. Regular class sessions began in September. “The class of 2022 has had the opportunity to get together and is enthusiastic about the coming year. We all know if we wait for the perfect to get moving, in today’s world, we may be waiting a long time. Never has leadership development been more important than now. We heard from graduates following the
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Livingston Parish Chamber Welcomes The Purple Cow
Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce welcomed the Purple Cow to Livingston Parish with a Ribbon Cutting on their Grand Opening day. The Purple Cow’s opening drew in a significant crowd of people with a line that seemed to continuously grow in size. This popular thrift store was ready to hit the ground running with a DJ, amazing deals, giveaways, photo booth, and food trucks. The Purple Cow now has three locations in the Greater Baton Rouge area, this one being the first in Livingston Parish
Denham Springs native & Leadership Livingston graduate Brad Holleman acquires ownership interest in
BATON ROUGE, LA, August 9, 2021 – Forte and Tablada announced that Brad Holleman has acquired ownership interest in the firm. Holleman, a senior vice president over the company’s Survey and Advanced Measurements division, is a lifelong resident of Livingston Parish as well as a graduate of Denham Springs High School and the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program. "Brad is an outstanding young leader within our organization and represents the highest degree of professionalism in the
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Albany Business Opens New, Permanent Location
Hebert, Johnson and Associates expanded from one Ponchatoula location into an additional location in Albany several years ago. On Tuesday, August 4, 2021, they took the move to the next level when they cut the ribbon on their permanent location. Phil Hebert, founder and owner, stated Livingston Parish is his home. He addressed those in attendance by stating he grew up in Springfield and feel like he has made a full circle. He applauded Town of Albany officials on the ease of working with them to finalize
Livingston Future 5 Winners Announced
Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of the Livingston Future 5 award on Friday, July 30, 2021. The announcement coincides with the Chamber’s Livingston Young Professionals annual meeting which also showcased a previous Future 5 recipient, Mayor Jonathan “JT” Taylor from Town of Livingston as the keynote speaker.Winners of the Livingston Future 5 include Alli Castle of Homekey Mortgage, Nikki Sykora of Quality Engineering and Surveying, Brittany Kenney of South Haven Realty, LLC,
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Bank of Zachary Grand Opening
Livingston Parish Chamber welcomed Bank of Zachary to Livingston Parish with a Grand Opening. The Livingston Parish Chamber recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening that was meant to be last year. The event included a speech from the President and CEO, Mark Marrioneaux who gave mention and thanks to everyone that contributed to the new location in Watson. This is also a great transition for most Bank of Zachary employees, having most currently residing in or originally from
Leadership Livingston Graduates Class of 2021
The Leadership Livingston Class of 2021 graduated on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Leadership Livingston, a program of the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce, has been in place since 2012 and the class of 2021 is the ninth year of graduates. This latest graduating class, with 18 graduates, brings the total graduates to 216. The graduation event was held at the Suma Center, at the Satsuma Exit, with the hospitality of Celebration Church, which currently leases and hold services at the location. Class
Livingston Parish Chamber Recognized 2020 Businesses of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact April Wehrs, 225-665-8155 | april@livingstonparishchamber.org Livingston Parish Chamber recognized 2020 Businesses of the YearThe Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce recognized local businesses as “Businesses of the Year” Friday, January 29, 2021 at their Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon, presented by Cox Business. Winners were chosen for their leadership in the business community and their dedication and impact in Livingston Parish.Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Cynthia Baker, O.D. & Associates is Now Louisiana Eye Care
Exciting things are happening in our office and we are so excited to fill you in! Dr. Cynthia Baker, O.D. has been serving the Denham Springs community and its' surrounding areas for over 37 years. In January 2020, her daughter, Dr. Celeste Baker DiCarlo purchased the family practice and has renamed the office Louisiana Eye Care. Dr. Baker is very passionate about optometry and is excited to serve her patients for many years to come as a part time provider at our clinic along with her daughter, Dr.
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Livingston Parish Women's Leadership Award Winners 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: April Wehrs |chamber@livingstonparishchamber.org | (225) 665-8155Women’s Leadership Awards Announced (Denham Springs, La.) – The Livingston Parish Chamber Announced the 2020 recipients of the Women’s Leadership Awards on Friday, Dec. 11 at the Women’s Leadership Event. The awards rounded out an event with dynamic speaker, Tina Schaffer, M.Ed, SHRM-SCP, Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt, and Fitness Instructor, Regional Vice President of Human Resources, Franciscan Missionaries of Our
Announcing Leadership Livingston Class of 2021
Leadership Livingston Class of 2021 Selected Leadership Livingston’s newest class kicked things off on Thursday with an orientation of the program presented by April Wehrs, Livingston Parish Chamber President/CEO and class facilitator. “We’ve been monitoring the possibility of having a class, and the interest in light of the phases and restrictions of COVID. We offered the opportunity for the class and had positive response. We intentionally kept the class smaller to adjust to today’s standards. The
Leadership Livingston Graduates 23 on June 30th
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: April Wehrs | april@livingstonparishchamber.org | (225) 665-8155Leadership Livingston Graduates 23 on June 30th On June 30, 2020, 23 graduates were added to the list of Leadership Livingston Alumni. Typically, the ceremony would include a room packed with classmates, alumni, sponsors, peers and graduate’s family. This year accommodation of guests was limited due to the governor’s announcement that our state would be staying in Phase 2. “We felt it was important to move
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Kacie Stewart Awarded 2019 Chairman's Award
Chairman's Award Presented to Kacie Stewart On Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at the Chamber's Annual Awards Banquet, Kacie Stewart was honored with the 2019 Chairman's Award. The award was presented by Candy Forbes, Chamber Board Chair 2019. "Kacie is an active, engaged and dependable participant in all things chamber. She knows the value of the organization as a small business owner, and does her part and more to assure the organization is solid and strong making it better prepared to assist our
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John Blount Awarded Inaugural Community Leadership Award
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AWARD | John Blount | Litter Free Lp On Wednesday, January 15, 2020, John Blount was named the inaugural recipient of the Livingston Parish Community Leadership Award. The award was created to recognize business leaders who take the initiative and opportunity to lead on projects that benefit and make the parish better. The award was presented to John by Candy Forbes, 2019 Chamber Board Chair. "John sets the bar for where we should all hope to achieve in care and action in our
Chamber of Commerce to Host Biggest Litter Free Lp Fest Yet
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce has decided to tackle litter in a big way. The Chamber’s Love Lp campaign launched last year to encourage community pride and enhance Livingston Parish. The focal point of the Love Lp campaign is the Litter Free Lp initiative. “We want to make an organized, community effort to fight this issue that we all agree is a serious problem and a priority in our Parish,” said John Blount, Litter Initiative Chair. The initiative so far has been focused on two goals,
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Livingston Parish Chamber to Host Two Candidate Forums in 2019
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce encourages Livingston Parish residents to be informed voters by attending two political forums hosted by the Livingston Parish Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Committee in September. April Wehrs, Chamber President and CEO said, “Keeping voters informed is an important goal of the Governmental Affairs Committee. Hosting political forums like these are an excellent way for people to learn more about the candidates that they will be voting for in October.” On Sept. 19
James Moak joins the Livingston Parish Chamber Board of Directors
James Moak, the owner of Gulf South Technology Solutions, was sworn on to the Livingston Parish Chamber Board of Directors on Jan. 23 during the Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet. James has been involved with the Chamber through committees and sees his role on the board as the logical next step. “The Chamber is influential in Livingston Parish and there is so much potential here. There are great people and leaders and I want to be a part of the Parish’s continued growth,” said Moak. Gulf South
Business Leaders Teach Livingston Parish Students Career Skills
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce hosted the third Student Business Conference on Friday, Nov. 16 at Carter Plantation. Juniors from Doyle, Holden and Maurepas high schools learned real-world career skills in the areas of ethics, communication and teamwork from local business leaders. Students were divided into three groups and rotated through classes taught by business professionals from the Chamber’s Business & Education Committee and other volunteers from the business community. Sessions
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Livingston Women's Event Speakers Judge Edwards & Lori Steele
Judge Blair Edwards of the 21st Judicial District Court and Lori Steele from the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office will keynote at the second annual Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Leadership Event on Sept. 20 at Forrest Grove in Denham Springs. Judge Edwards is a child advocate, attorney, wife, mother and judge. She is the former Executive Director of the Ginger Ford Habitat for Humanity and received the CASA Judge of the Year award in 2016. Steele is the public information officer
Leadership Livingston Group Raises Awareness for Foster Care
Livingston Parish has consistently had one of the highest numbers of children in foster care in the state and there has been a chronic shortage of families and resources to care for them all. Many must be removed from the parish to available families in surrounding areas, further disrupting their lives. Awareness of the needs and organizations involved in the foster care system is necessary to tackle the issues. A group of Leadership Livingston students decided that would be the focus of their community
Introducing Leadership Livingston 2019
The newest Leadership Livingston class got together at the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce office to meet one another and an introduction to the course that they will participate in over the next nine months. The 28 students will kick off the program at an overnight retreat on August 19th and 20th where they will simulate a society and learn about the struggles of each class of society and what it takes for a community to thrive. Once a month starting in September the class will take a field trip
Jeremy Aydell of Sport Clips to Speak at LYP Annual Meeting
Jeremy Aydell to Speak at Livingston Young Professionals Annual Meeting At the LYP Annual Meeting, the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce will introduce the inaugural Livingston Future 5. Young professionals who are making an impact in the parish will be selected from nominations submitted throughout the month of June. “Livingston Parish has many invaluable resources including exceptional professionals,” said April Wehrs, Chamber President & CEO. “This Annual Meeting is a great way for us recognize the
Leadership Livingston Brings Personal Finance Class to High Schools
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Leadership Livingston brings Dave Ramsey Personal Finance Course to Livingston Parish High Schools Students in Livingston Parish High Schools have access to Foundations in Finance personal finance course because of Livingston Leadership group Common Cents for Students. The group of six Leadership participants wrote grants to purchase the program and promoted the opportunity at Walker High School. Common Cents for Students members all agreed that personal finance know-how is
Kathy Maust named Livingston Parish Chamber Ambassador of the Year
Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: December 1, 2017Contact: April Wehrs | april@livingstonparishchamber.org Kathy Maust named Livingston Parish Chamber Ambassador of the Year Denham Springs, LA (December 1, 2017) – Each year, the Livingston Parish Chamber recognizes one chamber ambassador in appreciation of their contributions to the ambassador program. Kathy Maust, of Supreme Realtors, received the 2017 honor.“We are so pleased to recognize Kathy’s dedication
Albany and Maurepas High Schools participate in Student Career Conference
Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: December 5, 2017Contact: April Wehrs | april@livingstonparishchamber.org Albany and Maurepas High Schools participate in Student Career Conference Denham Springs, LA (December 5, 2017) – The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Livingston Parish Public Schools, hosted Connecting to Success, a student business conference for Maurepas and Albany High School Juniors. The conference took place on December 1, 2017,
LIVINGSTON CHAMBER WINS NATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AWARD
Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: July 31, 2017Contact: April Wehrs | april@livingstonparishchamber.org Livingston chamber wins national communications award Alexandria, VA (July 31, 2017) — The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce has been named a winner of an industry award that recognizes communications and marketing work. Presented annually by Alexandria, Va.-based Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, the Communications Excellence awards program is
Livingston Parish Business Award Winners Named
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize the 9 recipients for its 2016 Annual Business of the Year Awards. The award winners were recognized at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon on January 25, 2017. The recipients stood out for their outstanding businesses and their impact to both the Livingston Parish economy and community. Nominees and applicants were sent out of state for judging by an independent panel. the awards were presented to the winners with 200 plus guests
Kacie Stewart appointed to Chamber Board
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors welcome Kacie Stewart, Office Manager/Owner of Stewart Family Medicine & After-Hours, as the newest board member. Ms. Stewart will fill an unexpired term vacated in November. "I am so grateful for the opportunity to serve on the Livingston Parish Chamber Board of Directors” says Stewart. “I am eager to contribute anything I can to promote and assist in the rebuilding of our Parish after the devastating events this past year. I have seen the
Business Marketing - Getting it under control
12 Questions to Ensure You Have Your Business Marketing Under ControlIf your business is without a marketer, or you’re trying to decide if you need one, it’s good to do an assessment on the current state of marketing in your business. You’re likely doing quite a bit with social media and posting on your own. These questions will help you understand if it’s enough or if it’s time to bring someone on. How Well Are You Doing? 12 Questions to Take the Pulse of Your Marketing These questions will help
U.S. Chamber Business Delegation Trip in Louisiana: Long Term Flood Recovery
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship Center (CCC) will lead a corporate delegation trip to Baton Rouge, LA on November 1 – 2. The delegation will introduce business leaders to nonprofits, chambers, government officials, and other community organizations that are leading the recovery in Louisiana following the August flooding. The trip is taking place during the recovery phase of this disaster to give the community time to identify needs and ways for businesses to help in the
Back 2 Biz - Livingston Parish Chamber
Like all Chambers of Commerce, the Livingston Parish Chamber is the community’s “front door” to business. The chamber is set up to represent and promote the area’s economy and encourage local business in order to broaden the tax base and provide employment. Back 2 Biz is a community wide initiative launched in August 2016 by the Livingston Parish Chamber to promote and accelerate the Livingston Parish business and economy following the historic flooding earlier that month. The Chamber hopes to promote
Leadership Livingston Class of 2017 Moving forward
Leadership Livingston Class of 2017 was announced in July. The annual Meet & Greet for the class was planned for August 15, 2016 and the opening retreat for the class was planned for the following weekend. The weekend of August 13th brought more rain and flooded a large portion of Livingston Parish. Once the chamber stabilized operations, they were able to reach out to the class to gage their interest and ability to participate in the class. The overwhelming response was YES. Killian Chief of Police
Chamber supports three parish tax proposals
As an economic development organization and the only chamber of commerce representing Livingston Parish, the Chamber today voices support of the detention center and the two school tax proposals on the April 9th ballot. “While it is always tough to endorse any tax, particularly in these times, the economic impact to the parish and investment in the future of the parish weighed more heavily in the decision. As a business organization, the chamber recognizes the positive impact that education has on the
