MBECA

Ascension Small Business Day
2026-05-14 07:00 - 13:00 UTC | Price LeBlanc PACE Center, 2824 St. Anthony Ave, Gonzales, LA, 70737, United States
Ascension Small Business Day
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Price Leblanc PACE Center
St. Anthony Drive – Gonzales, Louisiana

7:00 AM – FREE Continental Breakfast
Sponsored by Vicious Biscuit

8:00 AM – Opening Program
Featuring speakers from MBECA and Louisiana Economic Development

This FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC event includes workshops on:

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Cybersecurity for Small Business
Supplier Procurement Opportunities
Industry Networking

Small Business / Big Business Connect
10:30 AM
A unique networking opportunity where small businesses can connect directly with large
industry and procurement decision-makers to learn how to become suppliers.

Chamber Business Luncheon
Through a partnership with the Ascension Chamber of Commerce, attendees are invited to
participate in the Chamber’s monthly networking luncheon.
$50 per person for Lunch: Register Here for Lunch

A special panel discussion will focus on supplier opportunities and doing business with
large and heavy industry firms.

Join us as we celebrate and support the entrepreneurs and small businesses that drive
Ascension Parish’s economic growth.

Donaldsonville Small Business Day
2026-05-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Donaldsonville Lemann Memorial Center, 1100 Clay Street, Donaldsonville, LA, 70346, United States
🚀 Donaldsonville Small Business Day is Monday, May 11!
🤝 Build Connections & Grow Together
Join us for a powerful evening of networking, opportunity, and growth designed specifically for small businesses in our community.
📅 May 11 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 📍 Lemann Center (1100 Clay Street, Donaldsonville, LA)
✨ What to Expect:
✔️ FREE networking with local entrepreneurs & leaders
✔️ Learn about state & federal certifications to grow your business
✔️ Access resources to help you scale and succeed
✔️ Participate in Small Business / Big Business Connect
👉 Discover how to do business with larger companies & industry
💼 Whether you’re just starting or ready to expand, this event is for YOU.
🎯 All businesses welcome!
👉 Register today: 🌐MBECA.org/events | 📞 225.445.1383
🔎 Learn more about MBECA: MBECA.org
Hosted by MBECA, the Donaldsonville Area Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Donaldsonville.
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