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Thursday, September 28, 2023NOPD Announces October Job Fair
New Orleans - The New Orleans Police Department will host a fall Job Fair on October 4 & 5, 2023, at the Baptist Theological Seminary Luter Student Center (3939 Gentilly Boulevard) in an effort to bolster its ranks. The event will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. NOPD is looking to hire police officers as well as civilians. Those wishing to join NOPD may apply and test on site. The department is planning for a fall police recruit academy to begin in November. "Hiring additional officers is
Wednesday, September 27, 2023Mayor Cantrell, Sewerage And Water Board Of New Orleans Prepare For Potential Impacts From Saltwater
NEW ORLEANS — Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) Executive Director Ghassan Korban today joined Governor John Bel Edwards, the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP), Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) and officials from Jefferson, St. Bernard and Plaquemines parishes to discuss potential impacts to drinking water in
Monday, September 25, 202311th Annual Love Your City™ Awards Gala to Recognize Sustainability Efforts of New Orleans Businesses
Keep It Clean Nola Awards Gala will support local musicians, artists, businesses and a green infrastructure project for The United Houma NationWHAT: Presented by the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce, Batture, New Orleans & Company, Energy Smart NOLA, the City of New Orleans Office of Sustainability & Resilience, The Sheraton New Orleans, LifeCity and the Regional Sustainability Committee, the 11th annual Love Your City™ Awards Gala will honor local businesses and organizations for their environmental and
Tuesday, September 19, 2023FORECAST Symposium hosted by NOMAR to reveal new regional market data
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sharon Truxillo Gambel Communications 225-939-2403sharon@gambelpr.com FORECAST Symposium hosted by NOMAR to reveal regional real estate market outlookInsurance and environment also top agenda of annual real estate gathering NEW ORLEANS (Sept. 15, 2023) – With registration extended to Saturday, Sept. 30, the Economic and Real Estate FORECAST Symposium, hosted by the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of REALTORS® (NOMAR) and its Commercial Investment
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Sunday, September 17, 2023Shell will move to new offices in River District as planned neighborhood takes shape
Shell will relocate the headquarters of its Gulf of Mexico operations from its longtime home on Poydras Street to the planned River District neighborhood, a move that will keep hundreds of high-paying jobs in New Orleans and add a major corporate tenant to the new development.During a news conference Thursday with Gov. John Bel Edwards, Mayor LaToya Cantrell and other elected officials, local executives from the London-based energy giant said they have leased a custom-designed office building in the
Friday, September 08, 2023SBA Awards Louisiana $450,000 to Support Small Business Exports Through State Trade Expansion Progra
BATON ROUGE, La. – The U.S. Small Business Administration announced Louisiana will receive $450,000 in 2023 grant funding for SBA’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP). The award, which requires $150,000 in non-federal matching funds from LED, will be used to help Louisiana small businesses expand globally by reimbursing them for eligible export-related expenses. “STEP is a valuable resource for small businesses seeking to enter the international marketplace and put their Louisiana-made products on
Friday, September 08, 2023NORLI Announces Leadership Class of 2024
Leaders look to advance Southeast LA through regionalism, inclusion, and nonpartisanship with year-long intensive program. The New Orleans Regional Leadership Institute (NORLI) has selected 55 individuals to participate in its annual Regional Leadership Program. NORLI, which is recognized as a preeminent organization for educating and connecting leaders from across the parishes of Southeast Louisiana, has brought together some of the most influential and dynamic leaders in the region to discuss key
Wednesday, September 06, 2023New Orleans Jazz Museum Announces Expanded Improv Gala Entertainment Line-Up
Blast Off: A Futuristic Flashback Featuring Star-Studded Cast of Talent NEW ORLEANS (9/6/23) – The New Orleans Jazz Museum Improvisations Gala, presented by the Herb Alpert Foundation, takes place on Saturday, December 2 from 8-11 pm, preceded by a Patron Party. Amidst space-themed art installations, the 6th annual fundraiser promises to be a cosmic experience headlined by the incomparable Jason Neville Funky Soul Band & Special Guest Mr. P. Funk “George Clinton”, sponsored by James Douglas
Tuesday, September 05, 2023Announcing the 2023 Women of the Year & Nonprofit Organizations
Our President and CEO Sandra Lombana Lindquist has been selected as one of the Honorees for the 2023 class of CityBusiness Women of the Year & Nonprofit Organizations Women of the Year recognizes 50 women from the area whose successes in business and contributions to the community have made them movers and shakers in the region. CityBusiness also recognizes nonprofit organizations that have gone above and beyond in serving the needs of local women and/or children. This year’s Women of the Year honorees
Monday, August 07, 2023Small Business Energy Assessments Now Available
Energy Smart is now offering free,Small Business Energy Assessments to all Entergy New Orleans small business customers. Through this offering, our team of Energy Smart Energy Advisors will uncover opportunities to reduce your energy use, save on your electric bill and improve your workplace comfort. The assessment consists of a one-hour walk-through at your business to evaluate opportunities for energy-savings. After the assessment is complete, the energy advisor will install energy-efficient products
Friday, August 04, 2023Loyola Launches Software Engineering and Data Analytics Bootcamps
Springboard, the online learning platform preparing students for in-demand careers through mentor- and instructor-led programs, today announced it has partnered with Loyola University New Orleans, a private Jesuit university, to deliver completely remote, self-paced, tech training programs in data analytics and software engineering. These bootcamps are open to the public and enable Loyola to offer university-credentialed programs for in-demand tech skills. The courses are designed to fit into the lives
Tuesday, July 25, 2023Build a Roadmap to Your Dream Career
A professional development plan is a powerful tool for guiding your career trajectory and achieving your goals. It's a roadmap that helps you understand where you are, where you want to go, and how to get there. This short guide will walk you through the steps of creating an effective professional development plan that aligns with your career aspirations.Set Specific, Attainable Goals The first step in creating a professional development plan is defining your career goals. What do you want to achieve in
Wednesday, June 14, 2023Government Gives Businesses Up to $26k Per W2 Employee Through The Last Stimulus Packet From The Cares Act
For Immediate Release Anidrah Capital Enterprise (ACE) is pleased to announce its commitment to assisting businesses in obtaining the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) for their businesses. ACE is committed to supporting businesses that have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to businesses across the globe. Small and medium-sized businesses have been particularly impacted. ACE recognizes the significance of this tax credit in supporting
Monday, June 05, 2023Nicholas S. Gambino Earns MAI Designation from the Appraisal Institute
Nicholas S. Gambino Earns MAI Designation from the Appraisal Institute For Immediate Release, June 5, 2023 NEW ORLEANS, LA (6/5/23) – Nicholas S. Gambino of Valbridge Property Advisors l South Louisiana has earned the prestigious MAI designation* from the Appraisal Institute, signifying his commitment to the appraisal profession and high level of experience in the evaluation of commercial properties. Mr. Gambino graduated Magna Cum Laude from Jesuit High School, New Orleans, in 2005 and received his
Monday, January 09, 2023Funding for Energy Saving Projects Available from Energy Smart
Get up to 100% of your project costs paid for qualifying energy savings. Not sure where to start? Tell us about your project and our Energy Smart Energy Advisors will do the rest. Submit your project request form today.
Friday, January 06, 2023New Orleans Chamber Announces 2023 Executive Committee
New Orleans Chamber Announces 2023 Executive CommitteeLeadership team will spearhead Chamber efforts NEW ORLEANS (Jan. 9, 2023) — The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce today announced its 2023 Executive Committee led by Chairman Todd Matherne, CEO of Renaissance Publishing. Matherne will replace Mindy Nunez Airhart, president & CEO of SSE Steel Fabrication, as executive committee chair. “As one of the largest chambers in the state, the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce’s top priority is to foster
Friday, October 28, 2022Port of New Orleans Unveils Design Updates to the Louisiana International Terminal
Port of New Orleans Unveils Design Updates to the Louisiana International Terminal Based on Early Community Input Updates directly address sustainability, traffic, neighborhood buffers and drainage, while maintaining state-of-the-art operational efficiency NEW ORLEANS- Today, the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) announced progress on the Louisiana International Terminal in St. Bernard Parish, including investments in sustainability, updates on transportation infrastructure, and a new terminal design that
Friday, October 28, 2022Online Optimism Launches Diverse Stock Photography Site to Empower BIPOC Creators
New Orleans Company Launches Diverse Stock Photography Site to Empower BIPOC CreatorsOnline Optimism, a digital marketing and design agency with locations in New Orleans and Washington DC, has just launched a new stock photography project called Macro. Macro is a free stock photo site that allows users to download diverse imagery from diverse photographers. While the photos are free to download, the photographers are paid for their work and they each have their own space to be hired by any interested
Friday, October 21, 2022Port of New Orleans and the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad to Host Procurement Event
Port of New Orleans and the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad to Host Procurement Event Port NOLA and NOPB partner with LA Contractor’s Licensing Board, Transportation Security Administration, Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., Chase Bank, Fidelity Bank, Liberty Bank, & New Corp, Inc. NEW ORLEANS – In an ongoing effort to engage local businesses in the New Orleans Gateway, the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) and New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB) will host a Procurement
Tuesday, October 04, 2022Historic Organization Kingsley House Unveils New Name with Commitment to Community
Historic Organization Kingsley House Unveils New Name with Commitment to CommunityNew Orleans - Today, one of the pillars of strength and service to the New Orleans community, Kingsley House, revealed its new name at a press event held at the organization’s historic campus in the Lower Garden District. Kingsley House’s program participants, staff, board, senior leadership, elected officials, and community leaders gathered proudly to celebrate the special event. “We are proud of the organization’s
Wednesday, September 28, 2022Greater New Orleans, Inc. Named Economic Development Organization of the Year
Greater New Orleans, Inc. NamedEconomic Development Organization of the YearGlobal award given by the International Economic Development Council, recognizes GNO, Inc.’s impact in Southeast LouisianaNEW ORLEANS — This morning, the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) selected Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.) as the Economic Development Organization of the Year, with a “Gold” designation for communities over 500,000 residents. This global award was distributed during the organization’s 2022
Friday, September 23, 2022Port of New Orleans Board Elects Jack C. Jensen, Jr. as Chairman
Port of New Orleans Board Elects Jack C. Jensen, Jr. as ChairmanNEW ORLEANS — Today, the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) elected Jack C. Jensen, Jr. to serve as Board Chairman, succeeding Charles H. Ponstein, whose term as Chairman ended this month. Also elected were Joseph F. Toomy, who will serve as Vice Chairman, and Walter J. Leger, Jr., who will serve as Secretary-Treasurer for the nine-month term.“Jack Jensen has brought decades of transportation and logistics experience
Tuesday, August 23, 2022IMTT makes Million-Dollar Commitment to New Orleans Youth Organizations and The NOLA Coalition
$1,000,000 philanthropic investment will create the “IMTT Community Impact Initiative,” to help develop emerging community organizations; support will also help sustain Coalition operations NEW ORLEANS — Today, International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT), an 80-year-old New Orleans company, announced a one-million-dollar commitment to The NOLA Coalition. The NOLA Coalition has two focus areas: Community Support for NOPD; and, raising $15 million over three years for Investment in Youth Services; IMTT’s
Tuesday, August 23, 2022Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett Celebrates 25 Years as a Trusted Partner
New Orleans, LA, August 4, 2022 - It’s remarkable to look back 25 years and recall the events of 1997, the year that the law firm of Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett was established. Google was first registered as a trademark. Netflix was launched (on discs!). Titanic was in the movie theaters. Bill Clinton was in the White House. The world lost Mother Teresa and Princess Di. In New Orleans, André J. Mouledoux, Wilton E. Bland, III, Georges M. Legrand and Alan G. Brackett, who had worked together for
