WASHINGTON, D.C. - NASA said it has selected 409 technology proposals for the first phase of funding from the agency’s Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer program. The contracts will provide approximately $51 million to 312 small…
BATON ROUGE — The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation said that since March it has granted more than $4 million to 95 nonprofits across the state working to meet the needs of communities in response to COVID-19.…
NEW ORLEANS - Organizers of the National Fried Chicken Festival presented by Raising Cane's have decided to cancel the 2020 festival to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of its guests, restaurants and team members. The three-day festival was set…
NEW ORLEANS - The Urban League of Louisiana will host a webinar titled "The Future of Work and Creating Wealth in Minority Communities" from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 9. From a press release: Today, Black America…
NEW ORLEANS - Ernst & Young, one of the world's "Big Four" accounting firms, announced the opening of a new executive support center within its expanded and remodeled downtown New Orleans office. The London-based company said the new center, part…
NEW ORLEANS - Tulane University's A.B. Freeman School of Business announced that the 41st Annual Tulane Business Forum, titled "Waves of Change: Reimagining Business Growth Through a Crisis," will be from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Sept. 17 on…
NEW ORLEANS – From Delgado Community College: Delgado is ready to welcome back students, faculty and staff for the fall semester with some changes necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Academic changes: Delgado intends to begin the fall 2020 semester on…
BATON ROUGE - Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon said he approved a permanent decrease of 9.6% in the rate for auto insurance policies issued by State Farm Insurance Company for Louisiana drivers. This auto insurance reduction by State Farm follows…
NEW ORLEANS – Cox Communications' “One Call a Day” campaign inspired a special video chat recently, when Cam Jordan of the New Orleans Saints called one of the team's biggest fans. A video of the call, posted to the Saints’…
NEW ORLEANS - Liberty Bank and Trust Company said it has seen a dramatic increase in new accounts, significant deposits and major business commitments from across the country thanks to the nation's increased support of the Black community in the…
NEW ORLEANS - The Port of South Louisiana said it has ordered two Konecranes Gottwald Model 6 Portal Harbor Cranes for its public facility, Globalplex Intermodal Terminal. With commissioning planned for September 2021, the cranes should increase capacity for bulk…
AVONDALE, La - The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission, in partnership with Jefferson Parish and regional business organizations, is launching a new initiative to support local businesses in the wake of COVID-19. Spend Local JP aims to raise awareness about…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. and LAFAYETTE, La. - First Horizon National Corporation and IBERIABANK Corporation announced completion of their previously announced all-stock merger of equals. The combined company, with $79 billion in assets, $60 billion in deposits and $58 billion in loans…
NEW ORLEANS – PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans recently launched a partnership with food services provider Sodexo to feature its coffee in nine United States Marine Corps bases nationwide. Military personnel will enjoy an array of coffee blends in 51…
NEW ORLEANS - Utilities Chair Helena Moreno announced the formal launch of the "City Council Cares" bill assistance program, which provides up to $100 a month of Entergy bill assistance for New Orleanians that have faced job or wage losses…
METAIRIE - Marketing firm JB Communications has designed and launched ShopLocalNola.com, a directory for verified locally owned businesses in the greater New Orleans area. This is a free service for local owned businesses and consumers. ShopLocalNola.com has nearly 2,000 verified…
NEW ORLEANS - New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell announced the start of its COVID-19 meal assistance program, which will engage local restaurants to provide food to eligible New Orleanians experiencing food insecurity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We know that…
NEW ORLEANS - The Sazerac House said it will reopen to the public on July 1 with its signature tours, samples and traditions. The cocktail museum will add some "twists" to its normal operating guidelines to ensure the safety of its…
NEW ORLEANS - Tulane University said it received an anonymous $1 million gift to establish a fund for emerging research in infectious disease. The school said the fund will make an immediate impact in the race for treatments and a…
RALEIGH, N.C. – Monica Smiley, CEO and publisher of Enterprising Women magazine, has appointed Wendy Coulter, Jennie McNeill Campbell and Jill Vitiello to the Enterprising Women Advisory Board. “Wendy Coulter, Jennie McNeill Campbell and Jill Vitiello are each amazing…
METAIRIE, La. - The Jefferson Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its 2021 "Leadership Jefferson" class. Leadership Jefferson is a nine-month program designed to develop a diverse network of dedicated business and community leaders. Facilitated by a professional…
BATON ROUGE, La. — A report from industry group Consumer Energy Alliance said an abundance of natural gas has led to low prices that have saved Louisiana families and businesses more than $68.8 billion between 2008 and 2018. According to…
MANDEVILLE – Water purification company MECO has been ramping up production of systems required in biopharmaceutical research and development as global biopharmaceutical companies race to create the first COVID-19 vaccine. For more than 90 years, MECO has provided water purification…
CHALMETTE, La. - The Nunez Community College Workforce division is offering remote training to construction industry partners. The Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute is a partnership between Louisiana Economic Development, Louisiana Community & Technical College System and the Louisiana State Licensing…
NEW ORLEANS – Cox Business announced the introduction of new Cox Business Work-At-Home solutions, including an enterprise-grade, separate internet connection direct to employees’ homes. Cox Business’ Work-At-Home solutions allow organizations to provide remote staff with company-provided services, including broadband, Wi-Fi,…
NEW ORLEANS - Krista Pouncy-Dyson, creator of the new job recruitment portal DiversityEmployed.com, wants to connect candidates from diverse backgrounds with employers and professional development opportunities. "There are viable opportunities here in New Orleans, but often minorities are not exposed…
COVINGTON, La. - The St. Tammany Chamber will host a one-day ribbon cutting event called "Sprinting for Business" on July 14 at various locations throughout St. Tammany Parish. Chamber teams stage a ribbon cutting at dozens of local businesses that…
NEW ORLEANS - Tara C. Hernandez, commissioner of the Port of New Orleans, will speak from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 as part of the ACG Louisiana Virtual Speaker Series. Hernandez is also president of the New Orleans-based…
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The personal finance website WalletHub released updated rankings for the States with the Biggest Health Improvements During COVID-19. In order to determine where Americans’ health is recovering or worsening the most from the COVID-19 pandemic, and thus…
NEW ORLEANS - Tulane University said it has received a $12.5 million gift from the Avalon Fund for the creation of the Tulane University Center for Brain Health. The center will specialize in the treatment of traumatic brain injury and…
