Registration Now Open for 2021 Grow St. Bernard Series
CHALMETTE, LA – The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) and the St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce have released the schedule for 2021’s Grow St. Bernard, a joint program aimed at providing professional development opportunities to local business owners and their staff. The six-part series is open to all professionals in the Greater New Orleans region representing new, growing, and pre-revenue small and mid-sized businesses.
The 2021 Grow St. Bernard series includes 90-minute presentations and panel discussions on a variety of topics including branding yourself, social media engagement, health & wellness in the office, the importance of practicing diversity & inclusion, streamlining operations, and participating in the local business ecosystem. A diverse lineup of notable speakers and business leaders from throughout the region will provide insights on current trends and best practices for running your business.
Now in its fifth year, Grow St. Bernard continues to introduce essential business principles and resources to individuals in the process of launching a new business or looking to hone their practices and become acquainted with other members of the parish’s business community. “We feel our courses provide the ideal platform for entrepreneurs and local business owners to learn new skills that may set them apart in their venture,” said Meaghan McCormack, Executive Director of SBEDF. “The 2021 series will offer unique information for new and returning Grow St. Bernard participants, along with access to one-on-one business mentoring via our partnership with the Louisiana Small Business Development Center.”
Participants in the program will also benefit from sharing and building relationships with members of the Grow St. Bernard cohort and participating speakers. St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce CEO, Elizabeth Dauterive reiterated this sentiment, saying, “the Chamber’s goal is to provide the resources necessary for success and collaboration in our local business community. There is perhaps no greater example of these pillars than Grow St. Bernard’s offerings.”
The Grow St. Bernard series takes place from August 10, 2021 through October 12, 2021. The series’ first 3 sessions will be held at the Chamber, with the final 3 at SBEDF. All sessions begin with coffee, networking, and a light breakfast at 8:00 am. Registration for the full Grow St. Bernard series is $100 and includes access to all six sessions and the option to receive business mentoring services. Registration for a single session is $25 per attendee. First-time participants are encouraged to sign up for the full series.
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About St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation
St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) is the official economic development organization and public-private partnership of St. Bernard Parish formed to create and retain jobs, build prosperity, and improve quality of life. To learn more about SBEDF and how the organization works to foster business attraction, retention and expansion, neighborhood revitalization, small business assistance, and talent and workforce development in St. Bernard Parish, sbedf.org.
About St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce
The St. Bernard Chamber is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization dedicated to representing the interests of the St. Bernard business community, supporting the growth of the local economy, and partnering with local entities for the betterment of St. Bernard Parish. The St. Bernard Chamber provides ongoing opportunities to St. Bernard and the surrounding region to network, advocate on behalf of businesses, and develop professional and leadership skillsets that enhance our local business environment.