Ascension Small Business Power Week

Ascension Small Business Power Week Ascension Small Business Power Week consists of programs, services, and organizations in the parish that are available to help your small businesses.

Participate in the 7th Annual Small Business Power Week. Events will take place virtually during the week of May 13 – May 17. The week-long event will showcase free workshops on Monday, May 13 and Thursday, May 16 and a face to face program to help small businesses grow from idea to expansion. Friday, May 17. Speaker's will focus on a variety of topics and will conclude with a lunch speaker, Secre

tary of State, Nancy Landry. There is a $10 fee for lunch. Power Week is hosted by the Microbusiness Enterprise Corporation of Ascension (MBECA) and is a collaboration with the Ascension Small Business Center, Ascension Economic Development Corporation, the Louisiana Department of Economic Development, the Donaldsonville Chamber and the Ascension Chamber Small Business Network. During the weeklong event, MBECA will be demonstrating how to get certified in the Louisiana Economic Development Small and Emerging Business Development, Hudson and Veteran’s Initiatives Programs. These certifications offer technical assistance and training opportunities for those who qualify as part of the State of Louisiana’s commitment to grow and retain small and emerging businesses in the state of Louisiana and has special emphasis on rural business development. More information is available at mbeca.org or at opportunityLouisiana.com. The event is sponsored by Ascension Federal Credit Union and Express Employee Professionals. To register, visit www.mbeca.org/events. For more information, contact Lee Melancon 225.445.1383 or by email at [email protected].

09/06/2026

🚀 Ready to Start, Grow, or Accelerate Your Business? MBECA Can Help!

The MBECA Small Business Center is launching its 2026 FREE Small Business Planning & Growth Series, designed to give entrepreneurs and business owners the practical tools, guidance, and support they need to move their businesses forward.

📍 Donaldsonville
Tuesday, September 8 | 6:00 PM
RRAAM Rosenwald School
511 Williams St.

📍 Gonzales
Thursday, September 10 | 6:00 PM
Ascension Chamber of Commerce
217 W. Main St.

Classes are offered in a hybrid format, combining face-to-face instruction, online sessions, and a one-on-one consultation to help participants apply what they learn directly to their businesses.

✅ Business planning
✅ Business growth and acceleration
✅ Management skills
✅ Individualized assistance
✅ LED certification opportunities
✅ Specialized support for minority, disadvantaged, veteran, and woman-owned businesses

All programs are FREE and is supported by Louisiana Economic Development’s Small & Emerging Business Development Program.

📧 Register: [email protected]
🌐 Get certified: mbeca.org/client/
📞 225.445.1383

Whether you have an idea you are ready to turn into a business or an existing company you are ready to take to the next level, this is your opportunity to get the support you need at no cost.

08/15/2026

Join us next week for the Ascension Chamber’s August Small Business Network event featuring Melissa Willis and her presentation, Leading with Numbers, Not Gut Feelings: Building the KPI Muscle for Any Plan.

Melissa will share how to identify the numbers that truly matter, create a clearer path toward your goals, and build accountability that holds up.

💡 Ask yourself: What’s the one number in your business that, if you tracked it weekly, would change how you lead?

📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 7:30–9:00 AM
📍 Ascension Parish Government Complex
☕ Light breakfast and coffee provided

Registration is required and available here: https://business.ascensionchamber.com/ap/Events/Register/aZFva6qfvCqCZ

This event is open to Ascension Chamber members and prospective members. You do not have to be a Chamber Member or a Small Business Owner to attend. If the topic, connections, or conversation interest you, we’d love to have you.

07/22/2026
07/07/2026
07/07/2026

Calling All MBECA Clients!

Showcase your business at the Ascension Chamber of Commerce Business-to-Business Expo!

📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
📍 Lamar Dixon REV Center

This is an excellent opportunity to market your business, connect with potential customers, and network with fellow business owners from across the region.

As part of the MBECA Co-Op Exhibit, each participating business will receive a designated table space to display and/or demonstrate your products and services.

💼 Co-Op Exhibitor Fee: $150

🥐 New This Year: The event will feature a breakfast instead of a luncheon. Breakfast tickets are sold separately.

Registered exhibitors will receive additional event details, including:
✔️ Expo hours
✔️ Vendor setup times
✔️ Teardown instructions
✔️ Exhibitor guidelines

📲 To Register:
Visit https://mbeca.org/events/ or email [email protected]
A secure payment link will be sent to all registered exhibitors.

📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
or call 225-445-1383.

Don't miss this opportunity to grow your business, build valuable relationships, and gain exposure at one of Ascension Parish's premier business events.

We look forward to another successful Business-to-Business Expo and hope to see you there!

07/01/2026

ATTENTION: NEW LOCATION WILL BE THE WAG CENTER STUDY COMMONS AT 1221 MAGINNIS STREET DONALDSONVILLE!!!!!

📅 Mark Your Calendar!
Our next Chamber event will be our first Small Business Development Council Meeting:
🗓 Tuesday, July 28
🕦 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 1221 MAGINNIS STREET DONALDSONVILLE!!!!!
https://dacoc1.wildapricot.org/event-6750166
This meeting is open to all small business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in supporting and growing small businesses in our region. Chamber membership is not required to attend this event.
🍽️ Lunch is $15 for those who register. Register at the link here: https://dacoc1.wildapricot.org/event-6750166

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Prairieville, LA
70769

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