Your Chamber Membership - 2026

Ready for 2026!

Thank you for renewing your membership and keeping your name on the top business list in Livingston Parish.  By staying engaged with the Chamber, you are not only elevating your business — you are also part of a collective network that makes business and Livingston Parish better.  The impact and possibilities are immeasurable.  We’re proud to be in this with you. 

Below you’ll find what’s hot for 2026, and a quick refresher on your membership. 

What's Hot in 2026

The coming year includes several important focus areas and milestones:

• Hot Elections - US Senate and Congressional seats, Judges, School Board, District Attorney, Mayor elections including Denham Springs & Albany, plus their councils and Police Chief 

• Business announcements throughout Livingston Parish.  Population growth.  

• Rapid advancements in AI plus the expansion of data centers

• 250th Anniversary - USA - Huge celebrations are expected nationwide 

• 60th Year Anniversary - Celebration of the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce (Incorporated / founded in the 1920's) 

• 10 Year Anniversary - The Flood of 2016
   

These moments create important opportunities for education, engagement, and leadership within the local business community. 

What's Set for the Year Ahead 

Last year, we held nearly 140 events with 3300 in attendance connecting you with business leaders, elected officials and other professionals.  We send a weekly email reminder plus you can check the online calendar anytime for the latest. 

Regularly scheduled meetings in a smaller setting that are less formal

• LBN Livingston Business Network  – Roundtable discussions / Industry updates and learning / presenting opportunities.

• Biz Connections – Held quarterly - a speaker and business spotlight.  A little more formal than a roundtable format.  Around 30 - 50 attendees.  

• LP Biz Briefings – Topics specific to governmental and larger industrial economic drivers. 

Plus – Larger, Signature Events like

• Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet – January 22, 2026

• GALA – A Red-Carpet Affair – Friday, March 13, 2026

• State of the Parish – August 2026

• GOLF – Over 30 years! – October 23, 2026

• Women’s Conference – September typically

• Live 2 Lead – a half day John Maxwell

Programming – that includes

• Leadership Livingston and other Leadership Development

• Women’s Programming

• Livingston Young Professionals

• Education - Workforce and Career Initiatives

• Community Projects and Enhancements that make our parish better.  Livingston Chamber Foundation 

Membership Features & Benefits - A Refresher

Your Chamber membership provides ongoing value, whether you attend every event or engage behind the scenes.  We also continue to build a strong in person and online presence that benefits you.  Read the Annual Report 2025 linked below for the impressive in person and online numbers your business was included in.  Here are a few bullets.  

This includes opportunities for:  

• Access to member- only events and programs

• Member pricing and VIP status on Signature Events and Conferences 

• Online Exposure through the Chamber’s website, directory, and communications - over 1.8 million searches in 2025

• Opportunities to sponsor, promote, and spotlight your business

• Leadership development opportunities

• Industry-focused discussions and roundtables

• Advocacy and governmental affairs programming

• A collective voice for business in Livingston Parish

​These benefits are available year-round and designed to support businesses at every stage.

What’s New (or Expanded) Features for 2026

Each year, the Chamber looks for ways to respond to member feedback and expand value.  This year includes: 

• No charge to decorate a table at select Chamber events (value - $225) 

• Professional headshots at member-only pricing (value - $150)

• Free entry to Live2Lead for Chamber members (Value - $75 per person) 

• Expanded networking and engagement opportunities across programs

• Additional ways to gain visibility without additional cost

We’ll continue to share updates as the year unfolds.

Looking Ahead

In addition to everything new this year, your membership continues to provide access to opportunities that help you:

• Stay informed on business and industry trends

• Connect with top-tier business leaders in the parish

• Develop personally and professionally

• Make a difference in the community

• Strengthen your business through shared knowledge and relationships

​If you need help navigating opportunities or deciding where to engage, the Chamber team is always available as a resource.

Want to see the impact your membership helped make last year?
View the Chamber’s most recent Annual Report here.

EXTRAS - 

Exposure / Be Seen / Be Known - Special for Marketing Teams 

Last year, you were connected to over 1.8 million views through the online directory and social media reach.  In addition,  you can plan through your marketing team opportunities to gain additional exposure including:

• An Enhanced online listing and / or Banner Ads on the Chamber website where over 500,000 impressions happen. 

• Social Media shoutout / News Releases on our Site / Email shout out

• Decorate table with your branded items at an event with over 250 attendees in the room

• Be an industry expert at one of our roundtables / class sessions / or other opportunities. 

• Sponsorships & Expo Space that are exclusive to members.  Each larger event has its own target audience and

We’ll continue to share updates as the year unfolds.

 

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