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We support local businesses in the North BR CommUNITY: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Financial Literacy & Wellness.
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🌞 Good Morning NBRCC! Today is a beautiful day

🌞 Good Morning NBRCC! Today is a beautiful day to explore all that our community has to offer 💙✨
📍 Stop by one of the many community resource events happening
🚶🏾‍♀️ Take a refreshing walk at your local BREC park
☕ Or simply enjoy a cozy moment at Starbucks on Florida Blvd or visit the local boutique shops in the area
Let’s make the most of our city together! 🌿🏙️
#NorthBatonRouge #CommunityFirst #NBRCC #BeautifulDay

🎉✨ Newest Chamber Member Spotlight ✨🎉

📚✨ School Board Member Carla Powell Lewis sha

📚✨ School Board Member Carla Powell Lewis shared her expertise, knowledge, and powerful insights on the needs and solutions for supporting our future workforce.
👩🏾‍🏫 Connecting with local schools as mentors and supporting organizations like AMIKids helps increase exposure for children at a young age—creating meaningful opportunities for their future.
🚨 Carla emphasized that our teachers and students need us NOW!
🙌 Join us in this call to action:
📧 info@northbatonrougechamber.org to engage and support.
📌 🎤 Book Carla Powell Lewis for your next organizational training & workforce development:
📩 cplewis@spiritofexcellencelearningsystems.com
#NorthBatonRouge #FutureWorkforce #EducationMatters #CommunityImpact

📅 Membership Meeting Reminder
🗓 Next Monday

📅 Membership Meeting Reminder
🗓 Next Monday | 🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Guests Welcome!
RSVP: https://ChamberMeetings.eventbrite.com
✨ Meet Our Guest Speaker:
Carla Powell Lewis – Ordained Associate Minister with a strong track record in religious institutions, nonprofit operations, content standards, academic coaching, secondary education, and classroom management. She’s a proud Graduate Chapter Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., a Branch Member of the National Association of University Women, and is actively involved in the Louisiana Association of Educators.
🎤 Topic: Building the Future Workforce: PK–12 Educational Opportunities in North Baton Rouge
📚 What You’ll Learn:
North Baton Rouge’s PK–12 schools are shaping tomorrow’s workforce. Carla will share:
✅ A snapshot of local school performance in literacy & math
✅ Highlights of impactful programs like SOELS, AMIKids, and The Swan School
✅ How YOU can support students through VIPS, career fairs, & job shadowing
✅ How Carla designs custom training for small businesses to strengthen their teams
💡 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and make an impact in our community!
#NorthBatonRouge #CommunityDevelopment #EducationMatters #WorkforceDevelopment #NBRCC #MembershipMeeting #GuestSpeaker #PK12Education #BuildingTheFuture

✨ Greetings & Salutations from the North Baton R

✨ Greetings & Salutations from the North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors ✨
Here’s a recap at a glance ! Quarterly in-person meeting 🤝with NBRCC! 💼📈
💡 What’s Ahead:
📲 Launching our new Membership Portal to enhance member experience & communications
🦃 Kick-off for the 5th Annual Thanksgiving Drive
🍂 Fall Strategic Planning Session
🏈 And so much more as we gear up for football season!
🤗 We Welcome Our Newest Members:
🌟 Urban League Young Professionals
🌟 Exxon Mobil Retiree Association
🌟 Bayou Affect
📅 Join Us Next Monday!
🗓 Monthly Membership Meeting
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Charles Kelly Community Center – 70805
#NBRCC #NorthBatonRouge #Community #LocalBusiness #Networking #MembershipMatters #NorthBatonRougeEvents

✨ Greetings & Salutations from the North Baton R

✨ Greetings & Salutations from the North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors ✨
This week, our board gathered for our quarterly in-person meeting 🤝 to regroup, recharge, and plan for an exciting 4th quarter at NBRCC! 💼📈
💡 What’s Ahead:
📲 Launching our new Membership Portal to enhance member experience & communications
🦃 Kick-off for the 5th Annual Thanksgiving Drive
🍂 Fall Strategic Planning Session
🏈 And so much more as we gear up for football season!
🤗 We Welcome Our Newest Members:
🌟 Urban League Young Professionals
🌟 Exxon Mobil Retiree Association
🌟 Bayou Affect
📅 Join Us Next Monday!
🗓 Monthly Membership Meeting
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Charles Kelly Community Center – 70805
#NBRCC #NorthBatonRouge #Community #LocalBusiness #Networking #MembershipMatters #NorthBatonRougeEvents

Business Conversations after hours, with inspiring

Business Conversations after hours, with inspiring business owners and resource partners! These events just keep getting better 👏🏽 Register: https://www2.lsbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=7450029 (free to everyone)
Join us for Business Power Moves: Conversations That Fund, Grow & Scale an innovative, high-
impact roundtable experience tailored for small business owners and entrepreneurs ready to elevate
their business strategies.
Hosted in partnership with CHASE, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), LSBDC at
Southern University and A&M College - Baton Rouge, LA, SULLA, Attorney Hillman, Comnet, Stephen Waters and the North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce, during this month’s event offers real-time access to decision-makers, lenders,
and business advocates.
This is more than a panel it’s a conversation! Gain firsthand experience from successful entrepreneurs, and walk away with tools and tangible next steps to access capital, pursue government contracts, and grow sustainably. @northbrchamber #NBRCC

🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 #swipe Special thank you to t

🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 #swipe Special thank you to the many resource partners and attendees who attended The North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce 3rd Annual Business Certification Workshop at the Reimagine Womens Center Business Resource and Innovation Hub
📌Resource partners were onsite to provide technical assistance, schedule follow up appointments, and meet directly with the local business owners. The goal is always to connect and propel!
This event was another huge hit! 👏🏽 & We foresee a prosperous future in North Baton Rouge!
Let’s continue to Reimagine, Together !
April Hawthorne
Baton Rouge North Economic Development District
Angela Phagans
City/Parish of Baton Rouge
Ada Womack-Bell, MBA
Kenyatta Sparks
SULLA, LLC
Rinaldi Jacobs Jr., e-PRO®, PSA
Mikayla Bates
Arondra Grant
@thebayouaffect
@northbrchamber #NBRCC

Join TruFund, North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerc

Join TruFund, North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce, SBDC Louisiana, Build Baton Rouge and Baton Rouge North Economic Development District for an interactive event highlighting TruFund’s business loan promotion. #WEDNESDAY
Enjoy networking opportunities! Louisiana SBDC will be there to help you strengthen and grow your small business.
#If you are a small business owner or plan to be one someday, this event free and open to the public.
Register Here: (QR Code)
https://form.jotform.com/trufund/July_30th_Baton_Rouge_Event

Join TruFund, North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerc

Join TruFund, North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce, SBDC Louisiana, Build Baton Rouge and Baton Rouge North Economic Development District for an interactive event highlighting TruFund’s business loan promotion. #WEDNESDAY
Enjoy networking opportunities! Louisiana SBDC will be there to help you strengthen and grow your small business.
#If you are a small business owner or plan to be one someday, this event free and open to the public.
Register Here: (QR Code)
https://form.jotform.com/trufund/July_30th_Baton_Rouge_Event

Special thank you to our resource partners and att

Special thank you to our resource partners and attendees who attended our 3rd Annual Business Certification! Many connections were made and lots of productive next steps for our business community.
We foresee a prosperous future in North Baton Rouge! Let’s continue to Reimagine, Together !
@northbrchamber #NBRCC

Almost sold out ! 😉 #NBRCC @northbrchamber BUS

Almost sold out ! 😉 #NBRCC @northbrchamber BUSINESS CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP THIS EVENING 👏🏽 #RainorShine

At the North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce, we a

At the North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce, we aim to champion local businesses, foster economic development, and advocate for strategic investment across our service area — from Southern University to Eden Park, from Plank Road to the Mississippi River Corridor.
Our role is clear:
✅ Empower entrepreneurs
✅ Promote business corridors
✅ Attract new investment
✅ Connect community to opportunity
Let’s continue to reimagine Baton Rouge together — building a vibrant, inclusive economy one block, one business, one bold vision at a time. 💼🏙️
#NorthBR #ChamberStrong #ReimagineBR #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessSpotlight #OpportunityZones #BatonRougeBusiness #SupportLocal

It’s GRAND OPENING Day for TYL Clothing Apparel.

It’s GRAND OPENING Day for TYL Clothing Apparel. Cedric @tylclothingandapparel 🎊🎉Long Time Business Owner, Cedrick Hargrave and Family has opened another location in the Heart of Batom Rouge, surround by supports and new clientele. Be sure to stop by 8700 Florida Blvd to shop local! #UrbanWear #District6 #NBRCC @dunndealbr @northbrchamber

We’re excited to share our Resource Partners wil

We’re excited to share our Resource Partners will be onsite ! Building a solid connection is the foundation for success. 📌Create Your Roadmap 🗺️
Registered members have already received their Official Business Certification Checklist!! Register today to get started on yours!! 📁📂 📧
Reminder; all businesses must renew their business certificates and registrations on an ANNUAL basis: this is the perfect time to do just that 🖊️📝
https://northbatonrougechamber.org/event/
#NBRCCSTRONG #SmallBiz #NBRCC

Be there: The 3RD Annual Business Certification Wo

Be there: The 3RD Annual Business Certification Workshop is here!! JULY 24th 6 PM
Register: NBRCC2025Workshop.eventbrite.com
Hosted by our very own North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance our business skills and knowledge.
✅ Networking is invaluable for making connections that can lead to new partnerships and opportunities.
✅ Gain access to resources provided at the workshops to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
✅ Become apart of a chamber of commerce like NBR Chamber to gain member perks and benefits that can support your business growth.
✅ By actively participating in events like this, you are positioning yourself to thrive in the business community and make a positive impact in your growth trajectory.
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NBRCC2025Workshop.eventbrite.com
#NBRBusinessBoost #NBRChamber #NetworkAndThrive #NBRProud
NBRCC2025Workshop.eventbrite.com

The 3RD Annual Business Certification Workshop is

The 3RD Annual Business Certification Workshop is here!! JULY 24th 6 PM
Register: NBRCC2025Workshop.eventbrite.com
Hosted by our very own North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance our business skills and knowledge.
✅ Networking is invaluable for making connections that can lead to new partnerships and opportunities.
✅ Gain access to resources provided at the workshops to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
✅ Become apart of a chamber of commerce like NBR Chamber to gain member perks and benefits that can support your business growth.
✅ By actively participating in events like this, you are positioning yourself to thrive in the business community and make a positive impact in your growth trajectory.
Swipe left ⬅️ for FAQs
NBRCC2025Workshop.eventbrite.com
#NBRBusinessBoost #NBRChamber #NetworkAndThrive #NBRProud
NBRCC2025Workshop.eventbrite.com

A BIG THANK YOU to all attendees our Chamber’s M

A BIG THANK YOU to all attendees our Chamber’s Membership Meeting! We extend our gratitude to our guest speaker, Mr. Patrick Bell from the Louisiana Department of Insurance, for sharing crucial insights on disaster preparedness for small businesses.
Mr. Bell key message emphasized the importance of having a plan in place and reaching out to your insurance providers early to understand your plan deductions and coverage. Don’t forget to take photos before and after any catastrophic events to document any potential claims.
Congratulations to Consuela for being our raffle winner! 🎉
We appreciate everyone’s participation and engagement. Looking forward to seeing you all at our next meeting!
Visit NBRCC.org/events for upcoming meetings and events

Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in our nation’

Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. As an organization committed to addressing longstanding racial and economic gaps, we encourage our team, partners, and community to take this day to reflect, learn, and engage in meaningful ways that honor the significance of this milestone and support progress for future generations.

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