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Friday, October 23, 2026Loyola University New Orleans Opens Applications for Ninth Cohort of Women's Leadership Academy
Loyola University New Orleans Opens Applications for Ninth Cohort of Women's Leadership Academy 10-month leadership development program connects professionals with executive mentors, prominent speakers, and a network of nearly 400 graduates NEW ORLEANS, La. (October 2026) – Loyola University New Orleans is accepting applications for the ninth cohort of its Women's Leadership Academy (WLA), a 10-month professional development program designed to strengthen leadership skills, expand professional networks,
Friday, October 09, 2026Selling A Home: Sell it Faster and @ A Higher Price
Selling A Home: Sell it Faster and @ A Higher Price! Selling A Home: Renovate Up to $75K, Pay at Close! ?Contact us today to explore financing options for renovations and improvements that boost your home’s market appeal and help it sell faster.Click on this VIDEO to see how it works!Get Your Home Market-Ready—Without the Upfront Cost!
Wednesday, October 07, 2026As the Era of Super Intelligence Begins, EFFECT CO. Founder Mariel Campbell Named a New Orleans Steel Magnolia for Helping Humanity When It Matters Most
Proud New Orleans native and resident of The GNO, Mariel Campbell, is also the founder and CEO of EFFECT Co; she is as bullish on her hometown as any entrepreneur in the Gulf South and beyond. Mariel is now thrilled to announce she is among those selected by New Orleans Magazine for its annual “Steel Magnolias” feature. That this edition also marks the 60th anniversary of the publication only adds to the festive nature of the occasion. Described by the City’s eponymous magazine as “generous, durable and
Wednesday, September 30, 2026PORT NOLA PRESIDENT & CEO BETH BRANCH ELECTED TO AAPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR 2026–2028 TERM
PORT NOLA PRESIDENT & CEO BETH BRANCH ELECTED TO AAPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR 2026–2028 TERM Branch elected to At-Large seat during AAPA’s 115th Annual Convention in New Orleans NEW ORLEANS, La. – The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) announced today that President and Chief Executive Officer Beth Branch has been elected to serve a full two-year term on the Board of Directors of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA). Branch was elected to an At-Large seat for the 2026–2028 term during
Tuesday, September 29, 2026City of New Orleans to Launch New Business Permitting Concierge Program
New Orleans Sees Surge in Business Activity as Occupational Licenses Hit Record High; City to Launch New Business Permitting Concierge Program NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans is seeing a major surge in business activity, with more than 770 occupational licenses issued from January through September 2026, the highest number recorded in the City’s available data. Occupational licenses are required for businesses to legally operate. With three months still remaining in the year, the 2026 total has already far
Sunday, September 20, 2026Fresh Coat Painters of New Orleans Helps Homeowners Improve Now and Pay Over Time
Fresh Coat Painters of New Orleans Helps Homeowners Improve Now and Pay Over Time NEW ORLEANS, La. — September 20, 2026 — Fresh Coat Painters of New Orleans is making it easier for homeowners to improve, refresh or prepare their homes for sale with professional home improvement services and flexible financing options for qualified customers. Fresh Coat offers a range of residential and commercial services, including interior and exterior painting, cabinet painting and refinishing, drywall repair,
Monday, August 24, 2026Cathedral Montessori School welcomes Rebecca Prosino, New Head of School
Cathedral Montessori School is delighted to welcome Rebecca Prosino as our new Head of School. Rebecca brings over 20 years of experience in education, beginning with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford before earning her Master of Arts in Teaching from Centenary College in Shreveport, Louisiana. Her career includes many meaningful years in nonprofit leadership at Sci-Port Discovery Center, Louisiana's largest science museum, where she served as Space Center Director, Director of Education,
Monday, August 10, 2026EFFECT CO. Joins New Orleans & Company
NEW ORLEANS, LA – EFFECT CO., the startup company who is building an innovative platform that will turn lived experience into visible community impact, is pleased to announce that it has joined New Orleans & Company. With a stated mission to “…inspire, promote and encourage travel to our city for the economic, social & community benefit of New Orleans and its people,” New Orleans & Company is clearly a perfect partner for the upstart enterprise, according to EFFECT CO.’s founder, Mariel Campbell. “We are
Tuesday, August 04, 2026Better Report and Deck Visuals for New Orleans Professional Firms
Better Report and Deck Visuals for New Orleans Professional Firms New Orleans, LA – New Orleans runs on relationships and reputation, and its professional community — the accountants, consultants, law practices and agencies that serve a distinctive local economy of tourism, energy, shipping, healthcare and culture — competes partly on how considered it appears. In a city that prizes style and knows the difference between the real thing and a cheap imitation, a firm's report or pitch deck is its public
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Friday, June 26, 2026ATT Expo Market Announces the Inaugural New Orleans Holiday Market
NEW ORLEANS, LA – Holiday shoppers will have a new tradition to look forward to this year as ATT Expo Market announces the inaugural New Orleans Holiday Market, taking place November 6-8, 2026, at the Pontchartrain Convention Center. Designed to kick off the holiday shopping season, the three-day event will bring together exhibitors from across the country, offering shoppers an opportunity to discover unique gifts, jewelry, fashion, gourmet foods, home décor, seasonal treasures, and more—all under one
Friday, April 10, 2026Protecting Your Intellectual Property: A Practical Guide for New Orleans Businesses
New Orleans runs on original ideas — signature recipes, one-of-a-kind hospitality concepts, and creative service models built around the city's culture and commerce. That originality is intellectual property (IP), and protecting it in a digital environment requires active effort. Small businesses that boost revenue with trademarks see 80% higher employment and double the revenue within five years compared to businesses without trademark protection. The question isn't whether your IP has value — it's
Thursday, March 19, 2026Starting a Business in New Orleans: The Mistakes That Matter Most in Year One
New business owners in New Orleans most often fail not from lack of ambition, but from a handful of preventable mistakes — skipping a written marketing plan, misreading cash flow, overlooking legal structure, and ignoring cybersecurity until the bill arrives. The stakes are concrete: there are 34.7 million small businesses in the U.S., employing 45.9% of the workforce — which means the cost of avoidable early errors is enormous. In New Orleans, where hospitality, maritime commerce, and tourism create
Tuesday, March 17, 2026How Local SEO Helps New Orleans Businesses Get More Customers
For most local businesses in New Orleans, getting found online comes down to one thing, showing up when someone searches for your service. Whether it’s “plumber near me,” “AC repair New Orleans,” or “home organizer Metairie,” these are people actively looking to hire. The problem is, if your business isn’t showing up, they’re choosing someone else. Aaron Traub, owner of Geaux SEO, works with local service businesses across the New Orleans area and sees this all the time. Many businesses have a website,
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Tuesday, November 11, 2025Zero Latency New Orleans Launches Corporate & Private Event Packages for Team Building
Zero Latency New Orleans has officially launched new corporate and private event packages designed for team building, group celebrations, and holiday gatherings. Located in the Warehouse District/CBD at 733 St. Joseph Street, Zero Latency offers the only free-roam, full-body virtual reality arena in New Orleans, where groups can step inside cinematic worlds and work together in real time. Teams move freely in a shared play space (no wires, no tethers), communicating, strategizing, and experiencing
Wednesday, October 08, 2025Lean but Legit: Keeping Your Startup Affordable and Compliant
Launching a new venture is exciting — but it’s also expensive. Every founder faces the tension of keeping budgets lean while still building a business that’s credible, compliant, and competitive. Whether it’s software licenses, office space, or incorporation costs, cutting corners can be tempting, but it often creates long-term risks. The good news? With the right planning, you can reduce startup expenses while preserving quality and trust. TL;DR Prioritize essentials over “nice to
Saturday, August 23, 2025Who is the Best Rated Charter Bus Company in the USA? Price4Limo!
Who is the Best Rated Charter Bus Company in the USA? Price4Limo! Price 4 Limo was just announced as a Top 50 Vendor in the Cvent Top Meeting Destinations list for North America! Price4Limo is proud to announce that they have been recognized on the prestigious Cvent Top Meeting Destinations list for North America. This honor highlights their commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for group travel and corporate events. "Congratulations to Price4Limo for being honored as a Cvent Top Meeting
Tuesday, August 05, 2025Tech-Savvy Success: Free and Paid Tools Every Small Business Needs for Growth
Small businesses face the constant challenge of maintaining high customer satisfaction while keeping operations efficient and cost-effective. Technology offers a wealth of tools that can support these efforts, but the challenge often lies in selecting the right ones. Small businesses can benefit from both free and paid solutions that not only streamline processes but also help foster stronger relationships with customers and drive increased engagement. By taking advantage of the right mix of tools,
Monday, June 09, 2025Building a Cleaning Business From the Ground Up
Every neighborhood has that one house with gleaming windows, spotless entryways, and a scent that lingers like fresh linen on a breezy spring day. What most don’t see is the elbow grease behind the scenes, often courtesy of a local cleaning business. Starting one of these ventures isn’t just about grabbing a mop and knowing your way around a vacuum. It’s a layered process of planning, branding, and rolling up your sleeves to do work most people avoid. The path to launching a cleaning service is far from
Friday, May 02, 2025Guarding Trust: How New Businesses Can Protect Customer Data from Day One
Building a business from scratch demands a hundred different priorities, but safeguarding customer data should never slip into the background. In a landscape where news of major breaches can torpedo a brand's reputation overnight, early-stage companies must treat privacy and security as a core foundation rather than a future fix. The companies that thrive long-term are the ones that understand how data stewardship is as important as product development or customer acquisition. Every digital interaction
Wednesday, January 08, 2025Turning Challenges Into Triumphs as an Immigrant Business Owner
Starting a business as an immigrant comes with distinct hurdles and advantages. It demands a mix of perseverance and careful planning to adapt to unfamiliar markets. Immigrant entrepreneurs often contribute fresh ideas and diverse approaches that set them apart. Learning the intricacies of local regulations and business norms becomes essential for growth. Leveraging technology and building meaningful partnerships can help address cultural and logistical challenges effectively.Mastering Contract Law and
Thursday, December 12, 2024New Orleans, LA SBOs: Moving Forward with the CTA, BOI and FinCEN Changes
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
