Greater Shreveport Chamber Announces 2024 ATHENA International Leadership Award Recipient
View Event Pictures: https://flickr.com/photos/148343737@N08/albums/72177720321949073 The Greater Shreveport Chamber honors Dr. Wanda Henderson Thomas as the 2024 ATHENA International Leadership Award Recipient at our 34th Annual Leadership Award Luncheon,...
AT&T Awarded Nearly $55 Million in BEAD Funding to Deliver FiberInternet Access to More Than 20,000
Upon execution of contract, AT&T Fiber to be expanded in Louisiana as part of $205 million public-private project to deliver high-speed internet and help close the digital divide. x AT&T is proud to announce that it has been selected to expand AT&T Fiber...
PRAL Northwest Chapter Members Honored for Outstanding Work in Public Relations at State and Regiona
Shreveport-Bossier City, La. – Three Public Relations Association of Louisiana (PRAL) - Northwest Chapter members were recognized for their outstanding work on campaigns and events in the public relations field at the PRAL State Conference Torche' Awards held in...
Good Advice for Offering Great Deals During Small Business Season
x There are a lot of political pundits who believe the election came down to the economy this year. And while we’re not looking to start any disagreements about whether it went the way it should’ve or not, we can’t discount the importance of the financial strain in...
We need your help sharing the Louisiana Child Care Parent Poll with Louisiana families!
x The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children, in partnership with the Louisiana Department of Education, is administering its annual survey to help understand the child care needs of Louisiana families with children under the age of 5. Questions range from asking...
JA B.O.L.D. Summit for Girls!
x Calling all businesswomen to participate! Here's your chance to be the inspiration you needed as a young woman. Join eighty businesswomen to mentor 240 high school girls at our 2nd annual JA B.O.L.D. Summit for Girls! Spend your day supporting these young women...
How to Run an Effective “12 Days of Deals” for Small Business Season
x While the twelve days of Christmas are traditionally celebrated between December 25 (Christmas Day) and January 5 (the eve of the Epiphany), consumer businesses often celebrate with the “12 Days of Deals” observance where they offer a new deal every day for twelve...
Spotlight on Cross Keys Bank: Serving Shreveport and Bossier City with Integrity and Community Focus
With convenient locations in both Shreveport and Bossier City, Cross Keys Bank has been a trusted financial institution in Louisiana for over a century. Founded in 1902, Cross Keys Bank is dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and businesses through...
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year — Small Business Season
November 1st - December 31st , 2024 x What does nearly every feel-good holiday movie have in common? A small business owner, of course! And that’s because there’s something magical about following your dreams and being part of a community.If you think back to some of...
Boost Your Business Growth: Join the Tuition-Free ICCC Leadership Training Program for Shreveport Entrepreneurs!
We are excited to collaborate with Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC) to offer a tuition-free leadership training program that helps small businesses build capacity and resiliency for long-term sustainable growth. A self-paced program, ICCC provides entrepreneurs...
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Greater Shreveport Chamber Congratulates Dr. Gayle Flowers BAFB Honorary Commander Induction
x The Greater Shreveport Chambers’ NWLA APEX Accelerator Director Dr. Gayle Flowers was inducted as an Honorary 2d Bomb Wing Commander at Barksdale Air Force Base January 23rd, 2025. The newest Honorary Commanders were welcomed to the team by the Commanders, Senior...
Why a Growing Economy Needs Pro-Growth Tax Policy
Competitive, pro-growth tax policy is essential to growing the economy, raising wages for workers, and improving the standard of living for all Americans.Lawmakers can advance growth-oriented tax policies this year and avoid the largest tax...
New Shreveport chamber chair Tom Simms says Barksdale, education priorities for 2025
There's new leadership at the helm of the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce.Tom Simms, the Partner in Charge of the of Carr, Riggs & Ingram CPA's and Advisors Shreveport office will be serving as the 2025 chairman of the board.Simms has been a member of...
5 Customer-Focused Strategies to Build Loyalty and Drive Growth
Customers expect businesses to prioritize their needs, and those that do see stronger loyalty and growth. A customer-first mindset doesn’t require big budgets—just smart, intentional strategies. Here’s how:Personalize Every Interaction – Use simple tools to track...