Events

Critical Mass: Volume 8 Oct. 14, 2026 | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 440 Josephine St., New Orleans Newlab New Orleans will host Critical Mass: Volume 8, showcasing emerging technologies in energy, carbon management, advanced materials and industrial systems. The event will feature early member companies developing innovations in nuclear power, AI, renewable chemicals, maritime carbon […]

UNLOCKED Young Professionals Summit Date: Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026 Time: 7:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: The Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell Cost: $75 The St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce will host its second annual UNLOCKED Young Professionals Summit, a half-day event for professionals under 40 focused on leadership, professional growth and workplace and community […]

ACCF Louisiana Economic & Energy Security Summit Time: Oct. 15, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Oct. 16, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: Higgins Hotel & Conference Center, 1000 Magazine St., New Orleans Description: The American Council for Capital Formation hosts its third annual Louisiana Economic & Energy Security Summit, bringing together energy executives, policymakers, investors and business leaders […]

The Downtown Development District will host “The Future of Downtown New Orleans” on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the New Orleans Board of Trade. National experts and local leaders will discuss the ideas, partnerships and investments shaping downtown’s next chapter, including the evolving role of downtowns as places to live, work, […]

Taste of New Orleans Date: Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026 Time: 2:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Location: The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, 130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans ACG Louisiana will host Taste of New Orleans, bringing together middle-market mergers and acquisitions professionals for dealmaking and networking. The event begins with DealSource, a series of pre-scheduled […]

Future-Proof Your Business for the Age of AI Oct. 19 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | New Orleans & Company, 2020 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans The Tulane Innovation Institute, in partnership with MoreVisibility and New Orleans & Company, presents a workshop exploring how generative AI is changing search behavior, digital visibility and marketing strategies. Designed for […]

Future-Proof Your Business for the Age of AI Oct. 19 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | New Orleans & Company, 2020 St. Charles Ave. The Tulane Innovation Institute, MoreVisibility and New Orleans & Company will host a free workshop on how generative AI is changing online search, discoverability and digital marketing. Andrew Wetzler and Danielle Leitch of […]

Gulf Coast Energy Forum The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana and the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will host their inaugural Gulf Coast Energy Forum Oct. 20-21 at the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans, 2 Canal St., New Orleans bringing together energy executives, policymakers, investors, utilities, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Discussions will cover […]

2026 Louisiana Smart Growth Summit The Center for Planning Excellence (CPEX) will host the 2026 Louisiana Smart Growth Summit, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, developers, planners and community advocates to discuss Louisiana's economic future. The two-day event, themed "Powering Place and Prosperity," will address major industrial and technology investments, energy infrastructure, housing affordability, transportation and […]

The Jefferson Chamber of Commerce will host its annual State of Jefferson luncheon Oct. 21 at the John A. Alario Sr. Event Center, 2000 Segnette Blvd. in Westwego. The program will feature Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng, Jefferson Parish Council Chairwoman Jennifer Van Vrancken and Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joseph Lopinto, who will discuss issues, […]

92nd Maritime Person of the Year Gala Details: The Propeller Club of New Orleans will honor Sean M. Duffy Sr., president and CEO of Big River Coalition LLC and Duffy Maritime Consultants LLC, as its 2026 Maritime Person of the Year. The event recognizes Duffy's contributions to maritime commerce, navigation safety and Mississippi River infrastructure. […]

World Trade Center New Orleans International Trade Council Meeting Nov. 3, 2026 | 8:30–10:00 a.m. The World Trade Center New Orleans will host an International Trade Council meeting featuring Daphine Barnes, executive director of workforce at Greater New Orleans, Inc. Barnes will discuss workforce development strategies supporting Louisiana's maritime, international trade and logistics industries. The […]