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Friday, November 15, 2019
AVONDALE, La. — The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Corporation (JEDCO) announced that it recently won a national award for its financial role in a major economic development project. The National Association of Development Companies (NADCO) awarded JEDCO the Ground Up Diamond Award for its involvement in the development of Chronos Body Health & Wellness, a multi-million dollar wellness ...read more
Categories: Economic, Press Release
Friday, November 08, 2019
METAIRIE — Tulane Lakeside Hospital said in a press release today it was awarded an “A” in the The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2019 Hospital Safety Grade. The designation recognizes Tulane Lakeside’s continued efforts in protecting patients from harm and meeting the highest safety standards in the United States.
“Patients and families trust that when they seek care at Tulane, they are going to get ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Thursday, November 07, 2019
(New Orleans) – Fidelity Bank officials today announced the intent to purchase the historic downtown building at 353 Carondelet Street once occupied by the former Union Savings & Loan. Fidelity Bank, founded in 1908, will purchase the historic Carondelet Street building from Mary Martin Roth, Richard Roth and Katherine and Tony Gelderman. The multimillion-dollar project, made possible in part by ...read more
Categories: Economic, Press Release
Wednesday, November 06, 2019
(NEW ORLEANS) Nov 5, 2019 – Chronos of Metairie, LA is set to host their annual Extravaganza on Wednesday, November 6th at 5:30pm. With exhibitors lining the walls of the wellness center, the "skincare fair" consists of top industry experts offering products with exclusive pricing during the event. Education and promotional offerings are available for products such as: Botox, Dysport, ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, November 06, 2019
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Kingsley House is honoring its veterans enrolled in their Adult Day Care program with a special celebratory ceremony that commences with the Pledge of Allegiance and the national anthem, a gift presentation by the Kingsley House children and remarks from special guest speaker, William F. Ryan, a retired U.S. Marine Corps officer.
The event is set to take place at ...read more
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Wednesday, November 06, 2019
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans public relations firm Gambel Communications is announced that Claire Massey has joined the team as a communications strategist. Details were shared in a press release.
As a communications strategist, Massey’s job responsibilities include media relations, community relations, special event planning and management and social media for clients representing a variety of ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Monday, November 04, 2019
LAFAYETTE, La. — First Horizon National Corp. (First Horizon) and IBERIABANK Corporation (IBERIABANK) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement where the companies will combine in an all-stock merger of equals. The companies will make the announcement during a press conference today, from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at IBERIABANK (601 Poydras St., 20th Floor Lobby) with Daryl ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, October 09, 2019
METAIRIE, La. — The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) announced a new partnership between a local startup tech company and a Jefferson Parish-based PK-8 School this week. The Tom Benson School began working with 2019 JEDCO Challenge finalist nDorse at the start of the school year to create a culture of recognition among teachers and faculty. According to a press release, ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Education
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Monday, September 30, 2019
NEW ORLEANS – Diamonds Direct, a direct diamond importer and leading U.S. independent jewelry retailer, recently announced the grand opening of its newest showroom in Metairie, Louisiana at 3230 Severn Avenue. The opening marks Diamonds Direct’s nineteenth location in the United States and its first in Louisiana. Details were shared in a press release.“We can’t wait to welcome residents from the ...read more
Categories: Economic, Press Release, Community
Thursday, September 19, 2019
NEW ORLEANS — A $2 million gift from an anonymous donor will fund undergraduate scholarships at the University of New Orleans (UNO).
The donor, a former adjunct professor in the Department of Management, said, “I made the gift because of my awareness of the unique role that the University plays in New Orleans, and as a public affirmation of my optimism about the continuing growth of the ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Press Release
Thursday, September 12, 2019
NEW ORLEANS – Brandy D. Christian, Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) president and CEO, and New Orleans Public Belt Railroad Corporation (NOPB) CEO, highlighted the successes of the agencies’ diverse business profile in 2019, and focused on the opportunities ahead at the annual State of the Port address hosted by the International Freight Forwarders & Customs Brokers Association of New Orleans. ...read more
Categories: Community, Economic, Press Release
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
METAIRIE, La (press release) — Planet Fitness Metairie, located at 100 N. Labarre Rd., is reopening its doors after upgrading the facility and outfitting the club with new cardio equipment and more. The club will celebrate the renovation on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. with attendance from the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, a $2,500 donation to the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Louisiana, and ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Monday, September 09, 2019
CHICAGO – Macy’s recently announced in a news release that Macy’s Lakeside Shopping Center location is one of 100 stores included in its 2019 Growth150 initiative.
In 2018, fifty stores across the country received additional capital to enhance the customer experience and create a more vibrant and productive shopping destination as part of the Growth50 initiative. In line with its strategy to ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, September 04, 2019
NEW ORLEANS — Tulane Health System has named Ruth Kain, an accomplished nursing professional with more than 20 years’ leadership experience, its new chief nursing officer. In her role, Kain will provide strategic leadership for all nursing functions, including clinical care and quality, patient satisfaction, and staff engagement and recruitment. Details were shared in a press release.
Kain ...read more
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Thursday, August 29, 2019
NEW ORLEANS – The Louisiana chapter of the national Entrepreneurs’ Organization, the fastest growing chapter in the world, welcomed Home Bank as its newest Strategic Alliance Partner. Home Bank joins other EO partners Baker Donelson, Gilsbar, Lynskey Management, Core Strategies, Zehnder Communications and Wegmann Dazet & Company who are all building a strong entrepreneur community in Louisiana. ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Fun Facts
Monday, August 26, 2019
NEW ORLEANS — Health coaching is a new and exciting career in the healthcare industry, and Delgado Community College has the only Health Coach Certificate Program in New Orleans. According to a press release, their program begins on Sep. 30, for entry-level students, and Nov. 4, for advanced students. Full scholarships are available, and applications are now being accepted.
Entry-level students ...read more
Categories: Education, Press Release
Friday, August 23, 2019
NEW ORLEANS — Lyft, whose mission is to improve people’s lives with the world’s best transportation, has hired Eli Ackerman as general manager of its Gulf Coast operations. According to a press release, Ackerman will oversee operations and growth across the Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama markets.
Ackerman joins Lyft after five years at Lucid, LLC, where he most recently served as executive ...read more
Categories: Economic, Community, Press Release
Friday, August 02, 2019
West Jefferson Medical Center has named Rob Calhoun as its new president and CEO.
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Calhoun has over 16 years of health care leadership, a news release said. He most recently led Merit Health Biloxi, a 198-bed, for-profit hospital where he recruited 25 new providers during his tenure. He also led initiatives that increased access points and employee engagement, a 21% reduction in nursing ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, General News Article
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
NEW ORLEANS – Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts has been named the most-loved company in Louisiana by a recently published MSN.com list: “The most loved company in each state.” Details were shared in a press release.
Creole Cuisine was honored alongside 49 other companies, including Apple, Amazon, Nike and Wynn Resorts, from across the 50 states as a company that is more than just a business. ...read more
Categories: Fun Facts, Community, Press Release
Monday, July 29, 2019
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Humana Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Humana Inc. for the past 38 years, is extending its Strategic Community Investment Program to New Orleans and will invest $1 million or more in the community. Organizations are invited to apply for investments to fund initiatives addressing social determinants of health, the conditions under which people are born, grow, live, ...read more
Categories: Economic, Community, Press Release
Monday, July 22, 2019
NEW ORLEANS – Meaghan McCormack, the World Trade Center New Orleans vice president of marketing and communications, has received the 2019 Excelencia – Young Leader Award from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana. Details were shared in a press release.The annual Excelencia Award honors an individual or company for achievements and active engagement with the Hispanic business ...read more
Categories: Fun Facts, Press Release
