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EMPLOYERS INVITED TO
LSUA'S 2015 JOB FAIR
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LSUA's 2015 Job Fair will take place on Wednesday, March 11, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm, in LSUA's Brumfield-Caffey Ballroom. The Job Fair provides LSUA's students with an opportunity to meet and talk with employers who are eager to hire well-qualified and motivated college graduates.
The fair's specific objectives for 2015 are:
- To inform students for full-time and part-time job opportunities in the area;
- To provide career information to students;
- To showcase current students and recent graduates to prospective employers.
Please note that employers do not need to have immediate job openings to attend.
For more information, please contact Dr. Eamon Halpin, Director of Student Support, at [email protected] or click here.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS GROUP
OF CENTRAL LOUISIANA
ANNOUNCES
2015 LEADERSHIP BOARD
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Congratulations to the Young Professionals Group of Central Louisiana's newly elected 2015 Executive Board:
Abby Flynn, Chairman
Caitlin Murphy Chairman Elect/ Vice Chairman
Katie Vanderlick, Secretary
Elizabeth Randall, Treasurer
The purpose of YPG is to create a network of community leaders in their 20's, 30's and 40's to enhance the development of Central Louisiana for attraction and retention of young professionals. For more information, click here or the logo below.
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GLAM ME PEACOCK CELEBRATES
RIBBON CUTTING WITH A
CHAMBER BUSINESS AFTER OURS
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| On Friday, January 30, The Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce partnered with Glam Me Peacock Event Planning & Design to host Business After Ours, a networking event for central Louisiana business professionals. |
This Business After Ours was held at Glam Me Peacock's office at 5501 Jackson Street Extension, Suite C, in Alexandria, in conjunction with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Glam Me Peacock is a boutique event planning and design firm that specializes in theme weddings, birthday parties, and other special occasions. Owner Shuntel Warner (left)and her assistant Tameka Hall are experts in stress-free, detail oriented event planning. From photography to hair and makeup to catering, Glam Me Peacock is the one-stop-shop for making your event one to remember.
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YPG ANNOUNCES FEBRUARY
THIRD THURSDAY NETWORKING EVENT
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The Young Professionals Group of
Central Louisiana will host a
"Third Thursday"
Networking Happy Hour!
Thursday, February 19, 2015
starting at 5:00 pm
at
4411 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria
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You are receiving this email because you are a member of the Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce. Don't forget to add [email protected] to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox!
Sincerely,
The Central LA Chamber of Commerce
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THERE'S STILL TIME TO REGISTER!
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Brought to you by
The Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce
Agriculture Initiative
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The Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend an Agriculture Law & Labor Seminar and Strategic Luncheon with guest speaker, Dr. Mike Strain, Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry. He will be discussing key aspects of the Farm Bill and the impact agriculture in central Louisiana has on our local economy.
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Mike Strain, DVM
Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry |
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
STARTING AT 8:30 AM
TUNK'S CYPRESS INN, BOYCE
Agriculture is the largest sector of Louisiana's economy, attributing $1.14 billion to central Louisiana's economy alone. Topics that will be discussed during the seminar include:
- Wage & Hour Law in payment of wages, counting of hours, required breaks, etc, for agriculture workers
- Farmers' legal rights as employers & how to avoid commonly made mistakes that can cost thousands in fines, penalties & litigation
- Mistakes farmers may be making with their employees in the operation of motor vehicles, implements, and equipment on the highway, and an explanation of the MAP-12 Exemptions for agriculture that will help many livestock and other producers
- Dangerous errors farmers may be making in their employees' handling of pesticides
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
9:15 am to 10:15 am Session One: DOTD rules/regulations, CDL exemptions, HazMat, weights, and exemptions for agricultural vehicles and equipment with the Louisiana State Police
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10:30 am to 11:30 am Session Two: Employer rights, laws that protect agriculture employers and avoiding discrimination with Joseph Perez-Montes of Gold Weems Bruser Sues & Rundell
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11:45 am to 12:15 pm Buffet Line Opens
12:15 pm to 1:15 pm Lunch with Guest Speaker: Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry, Dr. Mike Strain
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1:30 pm to 2:15 pm Session Three: Chemical applicator rules/regulations required by employers with Marty Pousson of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry
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$35
Seminar & Luncheon
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$25
Luncheon Only
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Or call 318.442.6671 for your reservation
& to learn about available sponsorship opportunities.
RSVP by Wednesday, February 11
*No shows are responsible for payment unless otherwise noted by the RSVP deadline.*
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CHAMBER & LABI TO HOST ANNUAL STATE LEGISLATIVE ISSUES CONFERENCE & LUNCHEON
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FRESH CENTRAL ANNOUNCES THIRD ANNUAL FOODAPALOOZA
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The Third Annual Foodapalooza, an event that celebrates Central Louisiana foods and food producers, will be February 26 through February 28, in Alexandria. The event includes nationally recognized speakers Kathlyn Terry, the executive director for the Appalachian Sustainable Development, and organic farming expert Mark Cain. Foodapalooza also features workshops and presentations, tours of local farms and locally sourced meals from restaurants throughout the region.
"This year's Foodapalooza will include more workshops, partners and events than ever before," said John Cotton Dean, regional food systems planner for the Central Louisiana Economic Development Alliance. "Our goal is to celebrate local foods, share resources and inspire others to make changes in their own community. We want to thank our partners for ensuring that Foodapalooza continues to grow."
Foodapalooza is free of charge and geared toward anyone with an interest in increasing the availability of fresh local foods in Central Louisiana. It will be held in The Rapides Foundation Building in downtown Alexandria. Main events will be in the Hearn Stage at the Kress Theatre.
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EXPERT ADVICE TO HELP YOU GET IT ALL DONE, BETTER. |
Tips for Business Success in 2015
Belong to at least three professional organizations.
"I always suggest to business owners that they belong to at least three professional associations. First, you should belong to your local Chamber of Commerce or downtown business association. That is where you business is and where your employees often live. Moreover, you should belong to your specific industry trade association. And last, you should belong to a statewide association because most legislation happens at state level, and you need eyes and ears looking out for you business. In most cases, a retail association will fill that role."
Curtis Picard, Executive Director of the Retail Association of Maine
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RIBBON CUTTING
CELEBRATIONS
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ExacTax
Too Cute Kids
Glam Me Peacock
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