Provides education and economic development support to entrepreneurs and small businesses

Welcome to the Bastrop-Morehouse Chamber of Commerce. We hope you find everything you are needing but if not, please contact our office for further assistance.

We are dedicated to quality of life, new jobs and economic growth within the Baton Rouge North Economic Development District.

The Notary Division of the Department of State provides information detailing the requirements to become a notary and provides a database to search for qualified notaries.

The Bienville Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

The Bossier Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote growth and development within the communities of Bossier and Caddo Parish. The Chamber promotes growth and development by utilizing its most valuable resource, its membership.

Bossier Parish Libraries has seven branches, all of which offer public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please see our website for branch contact information and details on all services provided.

BRAC is an aggressively ambitious regional economic development organization with a bias for action. BRAC represents the nine-parish Capital Region working with local and state entities to advance economic development for everyone.

BRF is an economic development organization establishing north Louisiana as a preferred destination for high growth initiatives.

The Broussard Chamber of Commerce is a registered member of the US Chamber of Commerce and partners with other state, parish and local organizations to support our local business community.

The Office of geauxBIZ prepares a Business License Checklist for those interested in a list of possible federal, state and local entities that require particular licenses, permits, and authorizations for their businesses to operate in Louisiana.

The mission of The Caldwell Parish Chamber of Commerce is to promote economic, business, and community development.

Minden Economic Development. EMBRACING GROWTH. EMBRACING OPPORTUNITY.

City of Ruston, LA Economic Development Department

The Chamber office is a hub of information about Claiborne Parish, so feel free to contact us at any time.

The Claiborne Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces.

The Coastal Technical Assistance Center is a program to assist Louisiana-based businesses in obtaining contracts with entities involved in the restoration and recovery efforts of coastal Louisiana.

Cohab is a business incubator and shared coworking space in the heart of downtown Shreveport. We offer coworking space, meeting space, event space, private offices, mentorship, and business learning opportunities.

This program provides cash to the lender to pledge to a loan when the borrower has limited collateral. This pledged cash can help secure the loan in the event of a collateral shortfall.

The mission of the Red River Parish Chamber of Commerce is to establish and advance a healthy and strong local area economy through the creation and retention of jobs and the support of such programs, activities, legislation, and similar endeavors as deemed appropriate and necessary to our efforts.

The object and purpose of the DeSoto Parish Chamber of Commerce shall be to promote the civic, commercial, industrial, agricultural and professional interests of the Parish of DeSoto and its vicinity and to do all things proper within the scope of such an association for the welfare of the community and its members.

The Desoto Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

Downtown Shreveport Development Corporation works to stimulate the revitalization of downtown Shreveport.

Free resources and tools including business planning, consumer data, sales leads, legal, and online training.

The East Carroll Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

We offer mentorship programs designed to accelerate your idea, product or existing business into a thriving company quickly by providing intensive startup support.

Flyte is a small business focused nonprofit that runs a fully virtual, 12-month program. We are based out of New Orleans but serve small businesses across Southeast Louisiana, predominantly owned by Black women from low and moderate-income households

The Franklin Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

Friends of Codey's NOLA offers shared kitchen space and a meeting area for food entrepreneurs. Catering orders support local businesses and community growth.

The Office of geauxBIZ and the Commercial Division of the Department of State provides several services to those interested in starting, maintaining or terminating a business in Louisiana and others that need business related information.

The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is a free 16 week in-person fastrack leadership and business growth accelerator program for small business business owners where we show them how to grow their revenue and scale their businesses.

GBR SHRM is a member-driven organization that aims to empower professionals engaged in human resources activities to create better workplaces and enrich our communities by providing opportunities for connection, development, and knowledge-sharing.

The Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce acts to build a resilient community with a growing economy

The mission of the Greater Minden Chamber shall be to “create the best business climate in Louisiana for our members.” This is a noble purpose, but our Chamber’s vision far exceeds our mission statement. We are a city on the move with a vision of increase and success. Continuing to grow while maintaining the core character and virtues of this great town, are our primary goals. All available resources are put into force not only to support our established businesses but also to usher in the growth and development of new industry.

The mission of the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce is to promote economic prosperity, serve as a business advocate, and celebrate the achievements of our region.

Greater Southwest Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit 501c3 organization that who's primary focus is on Economic Development an Job Opportunities.

The Chamber is an action agency designed to meet community or area needs. It is a voluntary organization of individuals and businesses who band together to advance the commercial, financial, industrial, and civic interests of a community or area. Among other things it is a civic clearinghouse, a public relations counselor, a legislative representative at the local, state and national levels of government, an information bureau and a research and promotion medium.

The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana is dedicated to fostering a favorable business environment for the Hispanic business community through focused programming which will result in economic development for the State.

Honeybee Strategies provides environmental health and safety training, help with policies and procedures, and safety program management.

Hope Credit Union is a full service bank that offers Business Loans to assist businesses with accessing capital.

Innovation Catalyst, Inc. is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) venture development organization.

INAR strives to elevate the future of the nonprofit sector through transformative education, impactful research, and professional development.

The purpose of this organizations is to advance the commercial, industrial, civic, and general interest of Jackson Parish.

The Jackson Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

JEDCO is committed to helping businesses thrive in Jefferson Parish. Since 1987, JEDCO has aided thousands of companies through business incubator and loan programs, tax incentives and rebate programs, workforce development and information services.

Junior Achievement USA is the nation's largest organization dedicated to giving young
people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their
future, and make smart academic and economic choices.

We believe in enabling and growing businesses through product innovation. Introducing new and improved products allows companies to raise capital, test new markets, gain a competitive advantage, improve their market share, and add new revenue streams.

The Louisiana Technology Transfer Office (LTTO), established in 1990, is a main component of the Louisiana Business & Technology Center (LBTC) in Baton Rouge and a technology transfer office at the NASA John C. Stennis Space Center in Mississippi with a presence there for over 27 years. The LTTO is designated by the Governor's Office as the official entity for support and to administer the SBIR-STTR Program in Louisiana. LTTO assists small technology-oriented businesses, university faculty, entrepreneurs, and others with identifying/preparing/competing for federal R&D grants. LTTO also assists LA-based small businesses with procurement opportunities at Stennis Space Center and the NASA Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans.

Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA) is a full-service economic development organization which proactively assists businesses seeking to relocate, startup, or expand within Lafayette Parish, Louisiana.

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of our community by providing free and equal access to high-quality, cost-effective library services that meet the needs and expectations of our diverse community.

The LCTCS MEP of LA serves manufacturers statewide. We have experts in house, as well as a network of manufacturing extension agents and partners, to provide a full range of services focusing on productivity, profitability & manufacturing success.

The LEED Center is an EDA grant funded center that focuses on strengthening and diversifying the economy through relationship-based entrepreneurship and economic development programs. We offer individual consultations and run various programs.

The Lepage Center is dedicated to the study, teaching, and practice of entrepreneurship at Tulane and across the Gulf South.

LiftFund’s mission is to provide credit and services to small businesses and entrepreneurs who do not have access to loans from commercial sources and to provide leadership and innovation in the microlending industry.

The Lincoln Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

Help Louisiana businesses and non-profits to prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural and human-caused disasters and maintain stability, resilience, and economic recovery of their communities.

The Louisiana Business Incubation Association (LBIA) is a state association of business incubators and their supporters. LBIA was established to promote alliances among incubators, governmental agencies, and professional economic developers in order to promote the growth and diversification of our state’s businesses and economy.

Accelerating Business in North Louisiana Catalyst is a business minded shared workspace and accelerator program. We're here to help you grow by connecting you to the right resources to accelerate your business while being part of a community.

Louisiana Delta Community College is an open-admissions, two-year college offering multiple paths to higher education, career, and personal fulfillment.

To fairly and efficiently collect state tax revenue to fund public services; to regulate charitable gaming and the sale of alcoholic beverages and tobacco; and to support state agencies in the collection of overdue debts.

STATE DEPARTMENT OF MULTI0MODAL TRANSPORTATION FOR THE STATE OF LOUISIANA

Louisiana's Angel Investor Tax Credit (AITC) encourages accredited investors to invest in early stage, small, wealth-creating Louisiana businesses that seek start-up and expansion capital.

Louisiana Economic Development’s Bonding Assistance Program provides access to quality bid, payment and performance bonds at reasonable rates from surety companies when bonding capacity is needed on public or private jobs.

CEO Roundtables brings together groups of key decision makers from Louisiana-based small businesses for collaborative, growth-oriented roundtable sessions in which CEOs can safely explore business and personal issues.

Louisiana's Hudson Initiative is a certification program that is designed to help eligible Louisiana small businesses gain greater access to purchasing and contracting opportunities that are available at the State government level.

The Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute offers seminars and courses to small and emerging construction businesses that assist in building a solid foundation of knowledge within the construction industry.

Mentor-Protégé Recognition Program connects Louisiana-based small and emerging businesses to technical and developmental assistance provided by mentor companies.

The Pathway to Assist Veteran Entrepreneurs program (PAVE) offers Louisiana veterans the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills that are necessary to effectively start or manage a business.

LED's Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Program provides the managerial and technical assistance training needed to grow and sustain a small business.

The Small Business Loan and Guaranty Program facilitates capital accessibility for small businesses by providing loan guarantees to banks and other small business lenders.

Veteran Initiative is designed to help eligible Louisiana Veteran-owned and Service-Connected Disabled-Veteran-owned small businesses gain greater access to purchasing and contracting opportunities that are available at the state government level.

Louisiana Economic Development's Economic Gardening Initiative provides Louisiana-based small businesses with the information they need to grow and succeed.

We are committed to strategically connecting MBEs with access to capital, innovative opportunities, and global partnerships with a goal to scale and strengthen minority businesses while creating jobs in the community.

ATC is further devoted to the enforcement of the laws of the State of Louisiana to protect and safeguard all citizens.

LA PTAC assists Louisiana based businesses with all their government contracting needs and pursuits - local, state(s), and federal government contracting assistance - no fees charged. LA PTAC forwards daily government bid leads to companies.

This program works with program providers to deliver access to capital with equity financing to start-up and early-stage businesses.

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center Network provides business advising, access to training, tools and resources to help small businesses start, grow, expand and succeed.

We offer no-cost confidential business consulting and affordable workshops to new entrepreneurs and existing business owners in northwest Louisiana.

A no-cost provider of business assistance, the LSBDC at LSU assists entrepreneurs grow and develop technology-based companies through customer acquisition, access to capital, financial management, and business planning.

Individualized business coaching at no cost that includes planning, financial management, marketing, etc.

Small Business Development Centers provide counseling and training to small businesses, and provide informational tools to support business start-ups and existing business expansion.

Set an appointment: 985-449-7092 | Startup Assistance | Business Planning | Loan Packaging | Free Business Seminars | Entrepreneurship Resources

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center offers high-quality technical assistance to existing and start-up small businesses, and to small business entrepreneurs in Louisiana at no cost to the client.

LSBDC at University of Louisiana at Lafayette offers professional, one-on-one business consulting at no-cost to new and existing business owners in the Acadiana Region.

We offer no-cost confidential business consulting and affordable workshops to new entrepreneurs and existing business owners.

This program works with providers to deliver capital with equity financing options to help Louisiana small businesses expand and grow.

LSU ITC works with the University research community to commercialize the intellectual property created at LSU and connect LSU resources to Louisiana business. This work advances innovation and maximizes the University’s impact on Louisiana.

LSU Innovation Park is a business incubator and accelerator with statewide support for technology users and creators. Through our Louisiana SBDC and LTTO we provide experienced business consultants to advise, provide solutions and assist with capital

The National Science Foundation’s Innovation Corps (I-Corps™) program is a training program that facilitates the transformation of invention to impact. The LSU Site supports teams through critical market and commercialization evaluation.

The LSUS Cyber Collaboratory is a state-of-the-art immersive learning space where students, faculty, and industry partners can come together to discuss, research, and create their visions utilizing the latest technology.

Our mission is to promote and expand our members' economic growth to enhance our community.

The Madison Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

This loan program is designed to provide access to capital for small businesses and start ups with smaller financing needs not to exceed $100,000.

The Microbusiness Enterprise Corporation of Ascension (MBECA) is an entrepreneurship development center which offers a variety of specialized training and technical assistance programs with an emphasis on microbusinesses.

MS-KICK is a hybrid that connects entrepreneurship, culinary workforce training, and economic opportunity to the Allendale/Ledbetter Heights/West Edge Neighborhoods.

We envision a thriving and vibrant community where we can raise our families with the assurance that our children will be well educated, have bright futures, and abundant job opportunities here in Northeast Louisiana.

The mission of the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce is to make the Natchitoches area a THRIVING business community by promoting commerce, strengthening people, and improving life.

The Natchitoches Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

Nexus Louisiana is a Baton Rouge-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides high-potential, technology-enabled companies the coaching, capital, and connections they need to accelerate their growth.

Our mission is to serve as an advocate for the creation and growth of competitive, profitable and sustainable business enterprises.

NLEP provides professional economic development services to the 14-parish region of North Louisiana, including lead generation and prospect management.

The NWLA PTAC assists small, disadvantaged, woman, minority, and veteran owned businesses get registered, certified, and contract-ready to sell their products and services to government agencies.

Our college supports our students and our area businesses. We offer degrees as well as continuing education for professional development. Experiential learning connects our students to industry. Please contact us for more information.

Old Algiers Main Street Corporation is an accredited Main Street organization and serves the community of Old Algiers, located in the City of New Orleans, with small business support, economic development activities and workforce training initiatives

One Acadiana is the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce and regional economic development organization serving the nine parish region of Acadiana.

Opportunity Machine’s mission is to grow business and entrepreneurship by providing business education, guidance, and risk reduction to startup founders and small business owners through training, mentorship, networking, and affordable workspace.

The Natchitoches Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

Prescott Memorial Library exists to support the curricular, research, and service activities of Louisiana Tech University. Prescott Library strives to provide this support to all constituents of the University.

Propeller is a 501c3 nonprofit that grows and supports entrepreneurs to tackle social and environmental disparities. Our vision is an inclusive and thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in New Orleans that responds to community needs and creates the con

The Red River Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

We strive to be an economic voice for agriculture, business, and future growth in Richland Parish by supporting local business and focusing on economic development.

The Richland Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

Ruston-Lincoln boasts one of the strongest economies in Louisiana. Business is booming in all segments. Two major universities, Louisiana Tech and Grambling State, as well as a community college, Louisiana Delta, are firm underpinnings of a well-rounded economy based on education, natural resources, retail and service, transportation, manufacturing, agriculture, and banking and financial services.

Our mission is To STRENGTHEN the business climate, PROMOTE community development, and ENHANCE the economic vitality of the region.

The Sabine Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

For the Life of Your Business
SCORE Louisiana is a group of experienced business professionals who provide guidance to those desiring to start up a new small business or to assist existing small businesses in improving their profitability.

The Shreve Memorial Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

The Shreveport-Bossier African American Chamber is the ultimate resource for African American Businesses in Northwest Louisiana.

The Louisiana Small Business Protection Act requires the Secretary of State to post information about proposed rules and regulations that may affect small businesses on the department’s website and to notify interested parties when posted.

The loan guaranty program increases small business borrowing power by providing a guaranty to banks and other lender’s on loans to Louisiana small businesses with start-up or expansion needs; provides up to 80% or $1.5 million max guaranty.

SCPDC's finance programs provide funds designed to link small businesses to financing solutions.

SLEC is the regional economic development agency supporting economic development in the parishes of Assumption, Lafourche, St. Mary, and Terrebonne.

SUSTA helps companies promote their agricultural products (food/beverage, lumber, horticulture...) internationally. We offer export education, opportunities to meet foreign buyers and financial support to be successful.

St. Charles Parish Economic Development Dept. is your One-Stop Shop for starting, growing, or relocating your business.

Parish Government

Since 1919, the St. Landry Chamber of Commerce has served as an organization through which business executives, professionals, and concerned citizens unite to provide leadership and direction for the economic and social development of our community.

The mission of the St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce is to promote, support and advocate for businesses, to be their resource of choice, and to be the catalyst for a community that prospers.

We are a global AI 1st innovation accelerator that helps startup founders build and grow ROI driven products and scale their business from concept to market traction.

StayLocal is Greater New Orleans’ independent business alliance. We create an environment for local businesses to thrive through research, education, and advocacy.

The Small Business Development and Management Institute (SBDMI) offers workshops and free consulting services to fuel the establishment and growth of small businesses.

The Business and Entrepreneur Center (BEDC) supports Southern University at Shreveport’s (SUSLA) micro-enterprise growth initiatives for start-up and existing businesses.

The Southwest Louisiana Entrepreneurial and Economic Development Center (SEED) Business Incubator is a process that accelerates the successful development of start-up and fledging companies by providing an array of targeted resources and services.

The Tensas Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

TEDA works with entrepreneurs, startup and existing businesses to grow the local economy.

University Center for Economic and Entrepreneurial Development

Thibodaux Main Street, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to the promotion & revitalization of Historic Downtown Thibodaux.

Providing innovative financial solutions through access to capital and hands-on technical assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations.

Federal Agency. Help businesses start, grow, expand, stay in business, recover from disasters. Provides loan guarantees, government contracting assistance, certifications, counseling, technical and management assistance, training, bonding.

The U.S. Commercial Service is the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration.

Our mission is to Create Opportunities for Business to Grow!!. Our goal is to attract new business to our area, assist existing businesses in becoming more efficient and profitable and train a more productive workforce.

The Union Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

The CEI provides business education workshops, one-on-one and small group counseling, hands-on technical assistance, and access to resources relevant to aspiring and existing entrepreneurs across various industries.

Business Programs provide financial backing and technical assistance to stimulate business creation and growth in rural areas.

The Vermilion Chamber of Commerce has been the voice of business in the Vermilion Parish for more since 1920. The Vermilion Chamber is an organization of business owners and entrepreneurs who promote the interests of their local business community.

The Webster Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

Our mission is to promote the advancement of commercial, industrial, civic, and general interest and welfare of West Carroll Parish, the town of Oak Grove, and the surrounding area.

The West Carroll Parish Library is a local facility which offers public access to research databases, computers, printing and copying services, Internet, and meeting spaces. Please contact the library directly for specific information about the facility.

Your community partner - Helping lead economic and community development in the West Monroe and West Ouachita area.

The mission of the West Monroe/West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce is to enhance economic growth in the WM/WO and surrounding areas by focusing on education, promotion and development of the business community, and those areas of the community affecting business.

WBIA is the premiere business organization for the WestBank of New Orleans since 1946. WBIA is dedicated to a collaborative effort of the business community to support, improve, and protect the members and community.

The mission of Winnsboro Main Street is to preserve, restore, and encourage economic development in the Historic Downtown District in Winnsboro. The vision of Winnsboro Main Street is to see the development of a fully restored Historic District.

The Winnsboro – Franklin Parish Chamber of Commerce is in the business of serving our community. From helping new businesses get started, to representing the interests of the well-established pillars of our business community, the Chamber works to ensure that Winnsboro and Franklin Parish offer one of the best places in the South to work, live, and play.