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SUMMARY:Register Now | MBECA Accelerator Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Take Your Business Further. Faster.\nAre you ready to grow or accelerate the growth of your business? The MBECA Accelerator Workshop is designed for entrepreneurs who are serious about building stronger systems\, increasing profitability\, and preparing their businesses for long-term success. \nThis FREE program provides practical strategies and leadership development for small business owners looking to sharpen operations\, embrace innovation\, and create sustainable growth. \nThe workshop will meet two days per week during daytime hours and will be conducted in a hybrid learning environment with both face-to-face and online participation options. \nWhat the Program Covers\nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nCreate new business plan approaches\nIntegrate AI into business operations\nIncrease profitability\nImprove workforce structure and efficiency\nDevelop advanced leadership skills\nEarn a management certification\n\nEnrollment Requirements\nTo enroll in the program\, entrepreneurs must be certified in the Louisiana Economic Development Small & Emerging Business Development Program. \nTo get certified\, visit:Mbeca.org/client \nTo register for the workshop\, visit:Mbeca.org/events \nEnrollment Deadline\nThe deadline to enroll is May 18. \nBuild Your Future With MBECA\nSpaces are limited. This workshop is an opportunity for business owners to invest in their future\, strengthen leadership skills\, and position their companies for the next level of growth. \nWhether you are looking to modernize operations\, improve strategy\, or scale your business more effectively\, the MBECA Accelerator Workshop is built to help you move forward with purpose and momentum.
URL:https://mbeca.org/event/register-now-mbeca-accelerator-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Ascension Small Business Day
DESCRIPTION: Ascension Small Business Day\n Thursday\, May 14\, 2026 \n Price Leblanc PACE Center\nSt. Anthony Drive – Gonzales\, Louisiana \n\n 7:00 AM – FREE Continental Breakfast\nSponsored by Vicious Biscuit \n\n\n 8:00 AM – Opening Program\nFeaturing speakers from MBECA and Louisiana Economic Development \n\nThis FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC event includes workshops on: \n\n Artificial Intelligence (AI)\n Cybersecurity for Small Business\n Supplier Procurement Opportunities\n Industry Networking\n\n\n\n Small Business / Big Business Connect\n 10:30 AM \nA unique networking opportunity where small businesses can connect directly with large\nindustry and procurement decision-makers to learn how to become suppliers. \n\n\n Chamber Business Luncheon\nThrough a partnership with the Ascension Chamber of Commerce\, attendees are invited to\nparticipate in the Chamber’s monthly networking luncheon. \n $50 per person for Lunch: Register Here for Lunch\n \nA special panel discussion will focus on supplier opportunities and doing business with\nlarge and heavy industry firms. \n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate and support the entrepreneurs and small businesses that drive\nAscension Parish’s economic growth.
URL:https://mbeca.org/event/ascension-small-business-day/
LOCATION:Price LeBlanc PACE Center\, 2824 St. Anthony Ave\, Gonzales\, LA\, 70737\, United States
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SUMMARY:Donaldsonville Small Business Day
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Donaldsonville Small Business Day is Monday\, May 11! \n🤝 Build Connections & Grow Together \nJoin us for a powerful evening of networking\, opportunity\, and growth designed specifically for small businesses in our community. \n📅 May 11  | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM  |  📍 Lemann Center (1100 Clay Street\, Donaldsonville\, LA) \n✨ What to Expect:\n✔️ FREE networking with local entrepreneurs & leaders\n✔️ Learn about state & federal certifications to grow your business\n✔️ Access resources to help you scale and succeed\n✔️ Participate in Small Business / Big Business Connect\n👉 Discover how to do business with larger companies & industry \n💼 Whether you’re just starting or ready to expand\, this event is for YOU. \n🎯 All businesses welcome! \n👉 Register today: 🌐MBECA.org/events | 📞 225.445.1383 \n🔎 Learn more about MBECA: MBECA.org \nHosted by MBECA\, the Donaldsonville Area Chamber of Commerce\, and the City of Donaldsonville. \n#SmallBusiness #Donaldsonville #Networking #MBECA #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #LouisianaBusiness #AscensionParish
URL:https://mbeca.org/event/3886/
LOCATION:Donaldsonville Lemann Memorial Center\, 1100 Clay Street\, Donaldsonville\, LA\, 70346\, United States
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