Faulk-Gonzales Stepping Down as President/CEO of the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce
Wendell Verret, chairman of the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, announced today that Janet Faulk-Gonzales is stepping down from her position as President/CEO of the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce. “Janet has played a critical role in the development and success of the local chamber and we wish her the best of luck as she and her husband relocate to be nearer their family. The Board of Director’s wishes to be thank her for her thirteen years of dedicated service.”
Janet Faulk-Gonzales expresses that even though she will miss the vibrant activity at the chamber, she believes she is leaving the chamber in a steady position noting a highly engaged board of directors, knowledgeable staff with initiative, stable financial footing and strong program planning including a refreshed mission statement.
Janet has been acting in this position for thirteen years and in that time, she believes that the chamber has remained relevant to business and the community no matter the degree of change including being able to increase communications with members and publicizing the World Championship Gumbo CookOff to its largest audience through the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Chairman Wendell Verret says, “I’ve been watching the GICC for many years now and Janet has done a fantastic job. The Board of Directors is grateful for her dedication to this organization and to Iberia Parish. We are especially appreciative to her for orchestrating the return of the chamber’s annual banquet to New Iberia and for securing the 2021 Presenting Sponsor for the World Championship Gumbo CookOff prior to her departure.”
The Board of Directors at the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting resumes in search of a suitable replacement to fill Janet’s position once she has departed. In the interim period, the Executive Committee will be working closely a very accomplished staff to ensure seamless service delivery through the transition of seeking a new director.
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Tickets are now available for the 2021 GICC Annual Banquet.
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Applications Now Open
Eligible small businesses selected as Stacy's Rise Project finalists will receive $10,000 and mentorship.
Apply by sharing how a grant and mentorship opportunity would help grow your business.
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Created to help bridge the funding gap for founders, the Stacy’s Rise Project has been connecting and empowering business owners for years. But Stacy’s Pita Chips wasn’t always a household name. Mentorship and monetary support helped this brand rise from a humble sandwich cart to the nation’s supermarkets. And it’s these same resources that today’s small business owners need to succeed – now, more than ever. So that’s exactly what Stacy’s is offering to 10 entrepreneurs in their journey to make their dreams a reality with the latest iteration of the Rise Project.
Application Timeline
The application opened May 7, 2021 and will close July 9, 2021 at 6:00 PM EST.
Stacy's Rise Project Finalists will be selected via a panel.
Eligible small businesses must:
- have between $25,000 and no more than $1M in annualized sales
- participate in the virtual Mentorship Program
- not be part of an accelerator program at the time of entry
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For full eligibility requirements see the terms and conditions.
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Your Chamber is partnering with the Louisiana Small Business Development Center to bring you this series of webinars in 2021, that are aimed to help you grow or start your business. Attendance is limited for these sessions so make sure to sign up ahead of time!
Upcoming trainings:
Wednesday, June 2nd, 9AM-12:30PM
Disaster Response and Recovery Training
The workshop will cover the following: Registration requirements, Step-by-process to receive assistance, Importance of contacting your insurance company, FEMA Assistance, SBA Assistance, Eligibility Requirements, Application Process, Denials, Requests for Reconsideration, Review of loan application forms and supporting documents required, Walkthrough of the Disaster Loan Application Portal How personal credit is factored into the decision-making process.
Thursday, June 3rd, 9AM-11:30AM
Sales Taxes For Your Business
State Sales and Use Taxes are imposed on all retail sales, taxable services, and leases and rentals of most goods. Don’t miss this informative workshop where you’ll receive information and tips for collecting and remitting Louisiana Sales and Use Taxes.
Friday, June 4th, 11AM-12PM
Self-Care for Leaders: Stop! Look! Listen!
This session is for business owners and leaders who are busy navigating their enterprises through the usual operational challenges while taking on the rapid-fire barrage of pandemic related business issues.
There are many more workshop opportunities available than the ones listed here. To view a complete list of upcoming trainings, click here.
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The New Cardiovascular Horizons (NCVH) conference is returning to New Orleans for its 22nd year to bring together all medical disciplines for a team approach to total cardiovascular care. The conference will take place June 1-4 at The Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans. So far, there are about 800 registrants, with more expected within the week (a virtual component is available as well).
Media passes are available upon request. Conference highlights:
· Meet the Titans of Peripheral Interventions Dinner- Tuesday, June 1 at 6 p.m.
· Donald M. Payne, Jr.- Keynote Address for ARC ACT OF 2020- Thursday, June 3 at 6 p.m.
· Live cases from the new CIS Ambulatory Surgery Center in Gray, LA, as well as from Germany, Italy, Grand Rapids, St. Louis, and Jacksonville
· Business Sessions on Tuesday, June 1
· Presentations from expert faculty members in areas such as peripheral artery disease, critical limb ischemia, cardiovascular disease, vascular surgery, wound care and more
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For other events and activities taking place within Iberia Parish, click here. |
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