Well the winter weather seems to be finally dissipating, which means that it is time to come out of hibernation and put a spring into your business step again. New Orleans spring-time is a great season for business, with tourists out and about and revenues (hopefully) moving and grooving. The month of March begins with Mardi Gras celebrations this year, so keep the ball rolling with some of these exciting networking opportunities.
NOLA Fashion Week
While it is not quite the same as the New York or Paris counterparts, New Orleans Fashion Week is an exciting time for those in the industry. New Orleans is such an eclectic town filled with creative professionals and innovative designers. From March 2 -10, New Orleans brings together some of the most exciting designers, bloggers, stylists, photographers, marketers and entrepreneurs to describe the fashion culture of the Crescent City. With educational workshops, lectures and shows there are plenty of learning and networking opportunities to be had with this stylish and chic event. This event takes place all over the city, from Retail Shopping Day in Baton Rouge to the artisan showcase at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art to showcases at the French Market all designed to promote the creative and independent designers found in Louisiana.
Young Leadership Council hosts Wednesdays at the Square
The Young Leadership Council of New Orleans hopes to help coordinate motivated individuals into projects and committees aimed at improving the conditions and quality of life in the greater New Orleans area. One way that this amazing council finds funding is through Wednesdays at the Square, a really great city event held in Lafayette Square in the CBD every Wednesday for 12 weeks that features amazing food and some favorite local musicians performing. If you interested in sponsoring or having your company featured at the event be sure to get in touch with the YLC. You’ll find the usual mix of New Orleans business people, locals, tourists, vendors and other interested persons in the crowd. And isn’t networking so much easier with good food, good drinks and great music?
New Orleans Chamber of Commerce “Green Seminar”
The NOCC holds monthly events with a variety of subjects but all aimed at helping New Orleans businesses and residents find financial security and better business techniques. The Green Seminar will be held Friday, March 7th from 11:30 to 1 PM and will discuss green techniques for business to apply, water conservation practices and tips from the US Green Building Council. If you have a business that is interested in implementing green practices for moral, financial or competitive reasons, it doesn’t matter, all are welcome.
This guest post was written by Morgan Bachemin in association with Hibernia Bank. The views expressed herein are those of the author and not necessarily those of any financial institution or bank. This article is intended to provide those reading it with information about matters of current interest. It should not be construed as legal or financial advice concerning a specific topic and should not be acted upon without contacting the appropriate professionals.