St. Tammany Corporation

Your voice matters! We invite you to join us for a public engagement session where you can share your thoughts and ideas on what the future of economic development should look like in our community. This isn’t just a discussion—it’s an opportunity to shape the strategic direction that will drive investment, create jobs, and enhance the quality of life for all residents. Economic development impacts every aspect of our lives, from the mom-and-pop businesses to the infrastructure that supports them, and the opportunities available to our children. By participating, you’re helping to build a resilient and prosperous future for St. Tammany Parish, ensuring that our community continues to THRIVE for generations to come. We can’t wait to hear from you!

We’re just four weeks away from Northshore Manufacturing Day event at Northshore Technical Community College (NTCC)! Manufacturing is a growing industry sector for St. Tammany Parish, and this event is an opportunity to see firsthand how we’re fostering innovation, creating jobs, and ensuring long-term prosperity. By connecting businesses with skilled workers and students eager to learn, we’re helping to fill critical roles that will keep our local economy competitive and resilient. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

Join our partners at the Southeastern Louisiana University SBDC on Tuesday, September 10 for an engaging webinar on Leveraging Resources for Export Success! This webinar is a great learning opportunity for those looking to branch into international trade and expand their global reach. In this session, attendees will learn how to build essential partnerships for international trade, explore funding opportunities, utilize data-driven decision making, and more! Expanding into global trade not only boosts your business but also drives economic development for our region by creating jobs and fostering innovation in our community. Register for this webinar at: https://lnkd.in/ggKGY7mF

Due to expected heavy weather, self-service sandbag stations are now open at five locations. Please bring your own shovel. Assistance will be available to those in need by calling 985-898-2557. • Airport Road Public Works Barn (34783 Grantham College Drive, Slidell) • Fritchie Public Works Barn (63119 LA-1090, Pearl River) • Keller Public Works Barn (63131 Fish Hatchery Road, Lacombe) • St. Tammany Parish Government Complex (21410 Koop Drive, Mandeville) • Covington Public Works Barn (1305 N. Florida Street, Covington) Please limit travel during severe weather to not worsen the impacts of possible flash flooding. Parish crews will be on standby to assist where we can.

In case you missed it! Congratulations to Ampirical and WyCo Services on being listed in the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America! This achievement highlights the strength and innovation within these companies, showcasing the exceptional talent and drive of our local workforce and business leaders. This recognition is a testament to the leadership and stewardship that represent excellence among the St. Tammany business community. This achievement also complements the quality of work that is the hallmark of these two companies. We are proud to see our local and regional businesses making waves on a national scale. Read the full list at: https://lnkd.in/g6Yn3rnH

In the July/August issue of Business Facilities magazine Facilities Magazine, Secretary Susan Bonnett Bourgeois of Louisiana Economic Development gave a robust interview on Louisiana's transportation and energy infrastructure. Louisiana’s pro-business environment, diverse and dedicated workforce, and robust incentives make our state a magnet for investment, and recent project investments have showcased the state’s commitment to innovation! Read the full interview at: https://lnkd.in/g-CBnjkS

We are pleased to announce the certification of the Lacombe Business Park, marking the 11th certified site in the parish and the first new certified site in St. Tammany Parish in three years. Certified sites have been shown to expedite the site selection process and see greater exposure through Louisiana Economic Development’s (LED) marketing efforts. "This is a significant commitment by our private partners to identify locations for potential economic development projects. Certified Sites offer ready-to-develop locations that reduce risk and expedite project timelines. This certification boosts St. Tammany’s competitiveness in the gulf south region and shows promise to further cultivate employment opportunities, capital investment, and sustainable quality of life to St. Tammany Parish," said Christopher Masingill, CEO of St. Tammany Corporation. For more information, read our full press release here: https://ow.ly/6GgQ50TfUlY

Tune in to hear our Entrepreneur in Residence and STartUP Northshore Program Manager Vincenzo Caronna on the Arena Collective Podcast! From mentorship to funding opportunities, Cenzo dives into how STartUP Northshore is shaping the future of entrepreneurship on the Northshore. Don’t miss this chance to learn about the resources and support available to take your startup to the next level! Listen at: https://lnkd.in/g9ZDVQha

Did you know that September 1 marks the first day of National Preparedness Month? As we progress further into Hurricane Season, now is the time to prepare for potential storms that may impact us. To help you prepare, Emergency Preparedness Director Clint Ory & Meteorologist Lauren Nash of the National Weather Service sat down with us to explain hurricane models and tips on preparing for storms: https://lnkd.in/gmVEzdtJ

St. Tammany Corporation's office will be closed on Monday and will reopen Tuesday, September 3. Have a safe and Happy Labor Day!