September 2022

Issue Articles

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It’s Time.

"Please let me know if there’s anything I can do.” We’ve all said that at one time or another upon finding ourselves in the unfortunate...

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Making Plans

Once we get past Labor Day and have our taste of preseason football, I am ready for the fall stretch — the days (especially...

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A Fresh Perspective

Ask what New Orleans needs to be a successful, world-class destination for residents and visitors, and you’re likely to get a range of responses...

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No Capes Required

It’s clear New Orleans is struggling right now. Where perspectives differ are on the causes, priorities and solutions. While everyone agrees that crime is...

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What are some tips/advice on investing when interest rates go up?

Mike Eckert Chairman NO/LA Angel Network While I’m not an investment advisor and loathe providing investment advice, given these inflationary times, among the key questions to ask...

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The Doctor Will Virtually See You Now

While virtual healthcare, also known as telehealth, existed long before COVID-19, it greatly expanded during the pandemic, and it looks like it’s here to...

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Geaux Saints, Geaux!

Chris Price is an award-winning journalist and public relations principal. When he’s not writing, he’s avid about music, the outdoors, and Saints, Ole Miss...

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Building Your Input Circle

Keith Twitchell spent 16 years running his own business before becoming president of the Committee for a Better New Orleans. He has observed, supported...

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No Rules. No Limits.

Poppy Tooker has spent her life devoted to the cultural essence that food brings to Louisiana, a topic she explores weekly on her NPR-affiliated...

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Should You Go Crypto?

Frank Toro is a financial advisor at Edward Jones. He may be reached by calling (504) 341-9854 or by email at frank.toro@edwardjones.com. With cryptocurrencies so...

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A Tale of Two Restaurants

Jennifer Gibson Schecter was once a tourist in New Orleans herself and is now proud to call NOLA home. New Orleans doesn’t draw visitors with...

Entertainment

Wine All You Want

We cannot thank the community of Gretna enough, from the business community, government officials and our neighbors we couldn’t be luckier. As first-time business...

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500 Magazine

Education Johnson & Wales College (AOS/BS) Louisiana State University in Shreveport (MBA) What’s your favorite festival? Jazz Fest What’s your favorite “hidden gem” bar, restaurant or business? Bourrée Cajun Smokehouse...

Workspaces

Community Connection

In 2021, LCMC Health’s corporate offices moved from the former New Orleans Adolescent Hospital building, a historic property at State and Tchoupitoulas streets. The...

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The Business Community is Talking

“This partnership is another step toward improving the economy for our River Parish residents, following the devastating effects of the pandemic and Hurricane Ida....

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Ugly Fix

We have an old housing stock. Most of the homes on the market must be renovated. Most homes in New Orleans were purchased as...

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Chris Ferris

"I love the spirit of New Orleans in that everybody wants the city to succeed." Serving the residents and businesses of New Orleans for over...

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Tricia King | Latter & Blum

“I’ve made lasting connections through the chamber that have had such an impact on my business.” A native New Orleanian, Tricia King lives and breathes...

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WBEC South

“Our partnership with the Chamber enhances our ability to connect with and provide resources to local business owners.” With roots tracing back to 1994, Women’s...

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