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Next Week: Educating for Today & Tomorrow’s Workforce
How well is education preparing students for the workforce, and how can schools and training programs keep pace with employers’ changing needs?
Join us on Wednesday, November 4, for a luncheon presented by our President Level Investors featuring Louisiana Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley, Southeastern Louisiana University President Dr. William Wainwright and Northshore Technical Community College Chancellor Dr. Jim Carlson. They’ll discuss how K–12 education, higher education and technical training can prepare students for career opportunities and help meet workforce needs across St. Tammany Parish and the Northshore.
Networking begins at 11:30 a.m., followed by the program from noon to 1 p.m. at LOPA in Covington. Register here.
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I often say it’s time to look forward, not back!
If you didn’t early vote for sheriff, judges, school board and amendments, your last chance is Tuesday, November 3, election day for all the above.
November 3 is NOT election day for the new .25 cent sales tax that will literally save parish government and our criminal justice system. The sales tax election is not until December 12. In this brief message I am focusing on the election at hand while looking ahead to the next one.
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There is TMI (too much information) on social media primarily too many opinions and not enough facts. One fact is clear: we have had very low voter turnout in elections that have led to this financial crisis. So, were the failed tax renewals since 2017 truly a vote of the people? IMO (in my opinion), 12% does not nearly represent “the people.” Let’s stop looking back. Get the facts, then GO VOTE.
Looking ahead,
| | Early voting ends today! Click here for election resources. | | |
Audit Reports Mandeville's Finances in Good Shape
The results of Mandeville’s audit for the 2025 fiscal year were presented during a recent City Council meeting. The independent accounting firm found the city’s finances to be in good shape, with a healthy surplus and no signs of financial distress. Read more.
Slidell-Area Voters to Decide on Drainage Fee Renewal
Voters in four neighborhoods east of Slidell will decide November 3 whether to renew a $253 parcel fee supporting drainage pumps, retention ponds and levees designed to help protect homes and streets from flooding. Read more.
Folsom Incumbents Reelected Without Opposition
Folsom’s mayor and three aldermen will serve another four-year term after running unopposed. Local officials credit the close-knit community and open communication for the town’s cooperative political climate. Read more.
| | Continuing Our Partnership for 2027 | | Your Chamber membership supports advocacy, networking and programs that help local businesses succeed. Watch for your 2027 renewal invoice by email on Monday, November 2, with a printed copy to follow by U.S. mail. Thank you for your continued membership and for helping strengthen St. Tammany’s business community. | | | Featured Event: Register here. | |
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Tourism’s Economic Impact on the Northshore
During our recent monthly WWL radio interview, Donna O’Daniels, President and CEO of Visit The Northshore, joined Newell Normand to discuss tourism’s impact on St. Tammany Parish. She highlighted the organization’s marketing efforts, which attract nearly 3 million visitors and generate nearly $1 billion in annual visitor spending, as well as the Northshore’s outdoor recreation, culinary scene and local towns.
Listen now.
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UNLOCKED Summit Sells Out, Bringing 200+ Young Professionals Together
More than 200 attendees joined our UNLOCKED Young Professionals Summit on October 15 at The Harbor Center in Slidell. The sold-out event featured practical discussions on leadership, collaboration, confidence and career growth, along with a keynote luncheon featuring Lauren Haydel, founder and CEO of Fleurty Girl.
A special thank-you to our Northshore Young Professionals subcommittee for bringing this event together. Their hard work helped create an opportunity for young professionals to learn, share ideas and connect with others.
We also thank our speakers, sponsors and everyone who attended and helped make UNLOCKED a success.
| | Members of the UNLOCKED Young Professionals Summit organizing subcommittee pictured with Keynote Speaker Lauren Haydel are (l-r) Matt Guidry, Calyn Hoerner, Cody dePascual, Alyssa Clebert, Elliot Goorley and Eva Snapp. | More than 200 attendees gathered at The Harbor Center in Slidell on October 15 for the St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce’s UNLOCKED Young Professionals Summit. The sold-out event focused on leadership, collaboration, confidence and career growth. | Lauren Haydel, founder and CEO of Fleurty Girl, delivers the keynote luncheon at the UNLOCKED Young Professionals Summit. | | |
Thank You to Our Sponsors
We thank the following sponsors for supporting our 2026 UNLOCKED Young Professionals Summit.
President-Level Sponsors
- American Bank
- CGB Enterprises
- Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company
- Hancock Whitney
- JD Bank; Lakeview Hospital
- Ochsner Health
- OnPath Credit Union
- REV Fiber
- Slidell Memorial Hospital
- St. Tammany Health System
- Visit The Northshore
- Zen-Noh Global
Session Sponsors
- Geaux Book It
- Hancock Whitney
- HUB International
- Northshore Community Foundation
Media Sponsor
In-Kind Sponsors
- Arena Collective
- Donut King
- East St. Tammany Business Alliance
- Fidelity Bank
- Lettuce Media
- Matthew Guidry
- Sweet Rose Café
- The Harbor Center
Thank you for helping us provide professional development and networking opportunities for the Northshore’s next generation of business and community leaders!
| | Congratulations to the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of REALTORS® on the newly renovated Mandeville office! Located at 4350 Highway 22, the updated space features expanded training areas, upgraded technology and additional resources to support Northshore real estate professionals. We were pleased to celebrate this investment with a ribbon cutting! | | We joined Darr Orthopedic Institute last week to celebrate the opening of its new office in Mandeville! Located at 191 Dalwill Drive, the practice offers advanced surgical options and non-surgical treatments for joint pain, arthritis and injuries. Congratulations to the Darr Orthopedic Institute team on this new location! | | Congratulations to DDG on being named Large Company of the Year in the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry’s 2026 Louisiana Business Excellence Awards! With nearly 30 years of experience and expertise across 11 service lines, DDG continues to make a difference through its work across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. Read more. | | Congratulations to Ochsner Health on being named to the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care list! This marks the third time the New Orleans-based health system has earned this recognition in the large employer category, reflecting positive feedback from employees across its workforce. Read more. | | Thank you to Pelican Credit Union for hosting last week’s Business After Hours at its Covington location on Cherokee Rose Lane! Our members enjoyed great food, hospitality and the chance to network with fellow business professionals and build new relationships. We appreciate Pelican Credit Union for bringing our members together! | | Keep Your Chamber Information Up to Date | | Please log in to your Chamber account to review and update your business information, including your representatives’ names and contact details. Keeping your information current helps us share important updates, promote your business accurately and connect you with relevant opportunities. Thank you for helping us stay connected! | | |
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