MBECA https://mbeca.org Small Business Center Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:38:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://mbeca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/favi-80x80.png MBECA https://mbeca.org 32 32 Entrepreneur Workshop https://mbeca.org/2024/09/22/entrepreneur-workshop/ Sun, 22 Sep 2024 13:40:43 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3794 The course will detail the competencies needed to run and / or grow an effective business. Each participant will complete the class with a fully executable business plan regardless of whether you are starting or growing your business. The course is FREE and offers instructions on how to get certified through the Louisiana Economic Development Small and Emerging Business Program (SEBD) and other certifications that give additional benefits and eligibility for assistance with government contracting. All future MBECA consultants are highly encouraged to participate in the program.  RSVP @ https://mbeca.org/event/mbeca-entrepreneurship-workshop/

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MBECA ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR 2024 SMALL AND EMERGING BUSINESSES ROUNDTABLES PROGRAM https://mbeca.org/2024/08/08/mbeca-accepting-applications-now-open-for-2023-small-and-emerging-businesses-roundtables-program/ Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:37:18 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3395 MBECA ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR 2024 SMALL AND EMERGING BUSINESSES ROUNDTABLES PROGRAM

Successful LED Peer-to-Peer Learning Initiative Helps Companies and their Leaders Grow

GONZALES, LA. – The recruitment process has started for the Microbusiness Enterprise Corporation of Ascension’s Small and Emerging Business Development Roundtables program, the innovative peer-to-peer learning program that brings small and emerging business leaders together for a yearlong experience of collaborative learning, problem solving and professional development.
 
The program is based on the PeerSpectives™ Roundtable System developed by the Edward Lowe Foundation and considered a nationwide best practice. Participation is open to both current and prospective SEBD program participants. The roundtables convene in August; each cohort meets 10 times throughout the year to explore best practices, share business challenges and brainstorm solutions in a supportive environment.
 
“SEBD Roundtables provide Louisiana’s strong small business community with the opportunity to collaborate and address the challenges that arise while starting and building a business,” LED Secretary Don Pierson said. “The roundtable setting creates a space for entrepreneurs to strengthen leadership skills and grow their network. I encourage current SEBD participants and other small and emerging business owners to take full advantage.”
 
Through group discussions, small business leaders work collaboratively to enhance management skills, improve decision-making, and identify strengths and opportunities for improvement.
 
See what our SEBD Roundtable Champion, Chief of Minds, CEO, Lakeisha Robichaux has to say about the program by clicking here.

 
For more information on SEBD Roundtables, contact Lee Melancon at 225.445.1383 or by email at mbeca@mbeca.org. Additionally, all applicants must be certified through the Small and Emerging Business Development Program to access these resources and numerous other free services. Click here to begin the process.
 
About MBECA

The Microbusiness Enterprise Corporation of Ascension (MBECA) is a small business development center which offers a variety of specialized training and technical assistance programs to individuals interested in starting a business, improving an existing business, or gaining management training to improve their marketability in the workplace.

MBECA was founded in 2003 to provide economic development through managerial, technical, and entrepreneurship training and specialized assistance for micro businesses of Ascension, St. James, Iberville, and Assumption Parishes. The mission of MBECA is to inspire economic development through entrepreneurship and small business development. The program accepts applicants statewide.

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Productivity Time for Entrepreneurs https://mbeca.org/2024/05/24/productivity-time-for-entrepreneurs/ Fri, 24 May 2024 13:59:32 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3753 PRODUCTIVITY TIME POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE!
We are postponing due to a lack of attendance. As soon as the rescheduled date is set, we will post here.

If you are interested in participating in any MBECA event, please call 225.445.1383 or email mbeca@mbeca.org.

All Participants Must Be Certified in the LED Small & Emerging Business Development Program. To get SEBD Certified, visit mbeca.org/certified/

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MEET MBECA & GET CERTIFIED IN THE SMALL & EMERGING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM https://mbeca.org/2024/05/01/meet-mbeca-get-certified-in-the-small-emerging-business-development-program/ Wed, 01 May 2024 18:33:10 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3605 MAY 13 | 6PM | ASCENSION CREDIT UNION (2430 S. BURNSIDE AVENUE)

Register here: https://mbeca.org/event/meet-mbeca-learn-how-to-get-certified-in-the-sebd-program/

Start or grow your business in the Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Certification through Louisiana Economic Development. Gain access to resources to help develop your business, including peer learning, one-on-one projects to improve areas of your business, and training to help you build your skills as an entrepreneur. This workshop will include the steps in certification process, the benefits of the SEBD certification, and other business programs available to you as a Louisiana business owner. Don’t miss out on the FREE event! Seats are limited so register today!

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MEET MBECA & THE SMALL BUSINESS NETWORK AND GET CERTIFIED IN THE SMALL & EMERGING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM https://mbeca.org/2024/05/01/meet-mbeca-the-small-business-network-and-get-certified-in-the-small-emerging-business-development-program/ Wed, 01 May 2024 18:14:19 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3593 MAY 16 | 6PM | ASCENSION CREDIT UNION (2430 S. BURNSIDE AVENUE)

Register here: Meet MBECA & The Ascension Chamber Small Business Network and Learn How to Get Certified in the SEBD Program – MBECA

Start or grow your business in the Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Certification through Louisiana Economic Development. Gain access to resources to help develop your business, including peer learning, one-on-one projects to improve areas of your business, and training to help you build your skills as an entrepreneur. This workshop will include the steps in certification process, the benefits of the SEBD certification, and other business programs available to you as a Louisiana business owner. Don’t miss out on the FREE event! Seats are limited so register today!

The Small Business Network is made up of a diverse representation of Ascension Chamber small business members. The Network is an important resource for small businesses in the community. By advocating for their interests and providing them with support and resources, the network helps small businesses to grow and succeed.

The event is sponsored by the Ascension Credit Union & Express Employment Professionals

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Ascension Small Business Power Week Small Business Conference https://mbeca.org/2024/05/01/ascension-small-business-power-week-small-business-conference/ Wed, 01 May 2024 17:47:11 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3578 /*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 30-04-2024 */
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May 17, 2024 | 7:30am PRICE LEBLANC PACE CENTER 2824 St Anthony Ave, Gonzales

Speakers, Exhibits & Lunch ($10)

Event Schedule

7:30am Meet Over Muffins

8:00am Opening

8:15am Steps to Do Business with the State, Orhan Mc Millan

8:45am Exhibit Viewing / Networking

9am Stephanie Hartman, LED Small Business Services

9:45am Exhibit Viewing / Networking 10am Brenda Guess, State of Small Business (SSBCI)

11:00am Exhibit Viewing & CROSS SELLING

11:30am Nancy Landry, Secretary of State & Lunch

12:45pm Closing Announcements

For more information, call (225) 445-1383 or email mbeca@mbeca.org

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FREE VIRTUAL AI WORKSHOP https://mbeca.org/2024/03/23/free-virtual-ai-workshop-april-3-6pm/ Sat, 23 Mar 2024 01:17:08 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3493 MBECA is hosting The POWER of AI: Content Creation for Marketing Excellence FREE Virtual Workshop April 17 at 6pm on Zoom.

Participants will delve into the strategic integration of AI technologies, including natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning, to revolutionize content creation workflows. By

leveraging AI-driven tools and platforms, businesses can automate repetitive tasks, generate insights, and personalize content at scale, thereby enhancing efficiency, creativity, and audience engagement while reducing costs and time-to-market.

Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-for-marketing-content-creation-workshop-tickets-879791749807?aff=oddtdtcreator to receive your zoom link!

All Participants Must Be Certified in the LED Small & Emerging Business Development Program. To get SEBD Certification, visit mbeca.org/certified/

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MBECA SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER CELEBRATING 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY https://mbeca.org/2023/07/05/mbeca-small-business-development-center-celebrating-20-year-anniversary/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:39:23 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3398 MBECA SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER CELEBRATING 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

MBECA Celebrates 20 Years of Starting and Growing New Businesses in the Capitol Region

GONZALES, LA. – The Microbusiness Enterprise Corporation of Ascension (MBECA) is celebrating 20 years  of starting and growing small businesses in the Capitol Region by launching its new brand and call for board members.

MBECA was founded in 2003 to provide economic development through managerial, technical, and entrepreneurship training and specialized assistance for micro businesses of Ascension, St. James, Iberville, and Assumption Parishes although the program has assisted firms from across the State of Louisiana. The mission of MBECA is to inspire economic development through entrepreneurship and small business development. 

The Microbusiness Enterprise Corporation of Ascension (MBECA) is a small business development center which offers a variety of specialized training and technical assistance programs to individuals interested in starting a business, improving an existing business, or gaining management training to improve their marketability in the workplace.

“The renewed emphasis for the brand revolves around the organizations interest in starting and growing minority and veteran owned businesses with an emphasis on disabled veterans and owners who are culturally and ethnically underserved,” said Lee Melancon, Executive Director for MBECA. “The brand features the ‘Spirit of the American Dream’ where people of all demographic backgrounds can have their dreams of owning a business come true,” he said.

MBECA is in its strategic planning process and is currently seeking board members to fill vacant spots with emphasis on minority and veteran owned entrepreneurs. MBECA is also the annual host of the Ascension Parish Small Business Power Week and will be collaborating with local municipalities, Ascension Economic Development Corporation, the Ascension Chamber of Commerce, the Donaldsonville Area Chamber of Commerce, Louisiana Economic Development and others to host free seminars and speakers from around the region to assist with LED, 8A, DBE, WBE and other small firm certifications, procurement opportunities, access to capital and technical and credit worthiness as part of its program. It will also once again feature its Small Business Power Day, a day which focuses primarily on women in business, minority, and veteran owned businesses.
For more information on MBECA, contact Lee Melancon at 225.445.1383 or by email at mbeca@mbeca.org. To get certified as an MBECA Program through the Small and Emerging Business Development Program, Hudson and VES Initiatives, interested applicants should click here to begin the process.

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MBECA IS RECRUITING CERTIFIED, START-UP AND EXISTING FIRMS TO GET CERTIFIED THROUGH THELED SMALL AND EMERGING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AND OTHER CERTIFICATIONS https://mbeca.org/2023/07/05/mbeca-is-recruiting-certified-start-up-and-existing-firms-to-get-certified-through-theled-small-and-emerging-business-development-program-and-other-certifications/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:30:53 +0000 https://mbeca.org/?p=3385 MBECA IS RECRUITING CERTIFIED, START-UP AND EXISTING FIRMS TO GET CERTIFIED THROUGH THE LED SMALL AND EMERGING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AND OTHER CERTIFICATIONS

SEBD, Hudson and Veterans Initiative Certifications Being Sought

GONZALES, LA. – The Microbusiness Enterprise Corporation of Ascension Small Business Development Center is currently seeking start-up and existing firms to get certified through the Louisiana Economic Development Small and Emerging Business Development Program, the Hudson Initiative, and the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiatives.

The Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Program provides managerial and technical assistance training needed to grow and sustain a small business. It provides developmental assistance, including entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, business planning, and legal and industry-specific assistance. It also gives consideration for bidding on select products or services purchased by state agencies. SEBD Intermediaries provide a free needs assessment and assistance with accessing other program benefits including training classes, one-on-one assistance and SEBD Roundtables. The SEBD Program assistance is available year-round. The SEBD Roundtables run each year from July to June and SEBD Intermediaries recruit throughout the year for eligible companies to consider for participation in the upcoming SEBD Roundtables.

Other initiatives include both the Hudson and Veterans Initiatives that assist both low income, minority, and veteran-owned businesses.

Louisiana owned small firms are eligible for 10 years from the date of application and all certified firms are welcome to participate in any of the MBECA programs.

For more information on certification, contact Lee Melancon at 225.445.1383 or by email at mbeca@mbeca.org. Interested applicants may also click here to begin the process.

About MBECA

The Microbusiness Enterprise Corporation of Ascension (MBECA) is a small business development center which offers a variety of specialized training and technical assistance programs to individuals interested in starting a business, improving an existing business, or gaining management training to improve their marketability in the workplace.

MBECA was founded in 2003 to provide economic development through managerial, technical, and entrepreneurship training and specialized assistance for micro businesses of Ascension, St. James, Iberville, and Assumption Parishes. The mission of MBECA is to inspire economic development through entrepreneurship and small business development. The program accepts applicants statewide.

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