West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce

Exciting things ahead for West Baton Rouge!

Thank you to the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report for the wonderful write-up. We can't wait to roll out all the things! Stay tuned.

https://www.businessreport.com/business/qa-meet-annie-claire-bass-the-west-baton-rouge-chambers-new-leader

Ever wonder what a Chamber of Commerce can do for you? It's simple: you get out what you put in.

At the West Baton Rouge Chamber, we're more than a membership organization—we're a partner in your success. We work to connect businesses, provide resources, create opportunities, and advocate for the growth and success of West Baton Rouge.

Not a member yet? We'd love to welcome you! Send us a message or reach out to Sharon at [email protected] to learn more.

Already a member? Let's get you plugged in! We want to hear from you and help you make the most of your membership.

AND STAY TUNED! We're putting the finishing touches on our upcoming events calendar and introducing some exciting new networking opportunities. Trust us—you won't want to miss what's coming. Members, keep an eye on your inbox. 😉

Today we celebrate the one and only Sharon Oubre-Williams, our Membership Director!

For more than 20 years, Sharon has been the heart behind so many of the relationships, programs, and successes that make the West Baton Rouge Chamber what it is today. Her dedication to our members, passion for our community, and commitment to excellence have left a lasting impact on countless businesses and individuals throughout West Baton Rouge.

Sharon, thank you for all you do for our Chamber, our members, and our community. We are incredibly grateful for you and hope your birthday is filled with all the joy you bring to others throughout the year.

Help us wish her a very Happy Birthday in the comments! 💙🎉

Marketing Beyond Your Zip Code – Free Business Seminar! The West Baton Rouge Chamber is excited to partner with the Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC) to bring this FREE training opportunity to our local business community!

If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or aspiring business leader looking for ways to learn, grow, and reach new customers, this seminar is for you. In just a couple of hours, you'll gain valuable insights on digital marketing, social media, online presence, partnerships, and strategies to expand your reach beyond your local market.

📅 Monday, June 1, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 West Baton Rouge Library , 830 N Alexander Ave, Port Allen, LA 70767

If you can step away from the office for a few hours, we think it will be time well spent!

We're also excited about the beginning of what we hope will be a strong partnership with the Louisiana SBDC, bringing even more educational workshops and resources to West Baton Rouge in the near future.

👉 Register here: https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=7460061

We were honored to join Beard Construction Group, LLC, Louisiana Economic Development, and Greater Baton Rouge Economic Partnership for a meaningful Business Retention & Expansion discussion centered around workforce development, industry growth, and the future of our region.

As West Baton Rouge continues to grow, conversations and partnerships like these are essential to creating long-term opportunity for our businesses, workforce, and communities. Thank you to Beard Construction Group for hosting and investing in the future of the Gulf South.

We are better together!

Last week, we welcomed representatives from Louisiana Economic Development, Greater Baton Rouge Economic Partnership, and the West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce to Beard Construction Group for a Business Retention & Expansion discussion focused on growth, workforce development, and the future of industry across our region.

Louisiana continues to see major industrial investment, workforce demand, and long-term growth across the region. In 2025 alone, the state announced more than $61 billion in capital investment tied to new industrial projects and economic development initiatives. Keeping that momentum going requires alignment among the organizations attracting opportunity, the communities supporting it, and the companies building the infrastructure behind it. All sides staying aligned on where the region is headed next creates momentum for Louisiana’s future. (Source: LED 2025)

We appreciate the opportunity to have meaningful conversations about the challenges and opportunities shaping our market and how companies like Beard can continue to contribute to the economic growth of Louisiana and the Gulf South.

Transforming the Earth. Building with Integrity.

Oh What FUN!?!

☀️ Summer Camp 2026 is HERE!
Join West Baton Rouge Parks & Recreation for a summer full of fun, creativity, and adventure!

🎨 Music • 🌾 Farm Fun • 🐊 Louisiana Adventures
📍 Port Allen, Addis, & Erwinville
👧🧒 Ages 5–10
💲 Only $10 per week

Spots will fill fast—sign up starting May 4th at wbrrecreation.org!

Thank you to the Port Allen Rotary Club for the warm welcome and opportunity to share the vision for the future of the West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce.

We are excited about the opportunities ahead as we continue focusing on strengthening connections between small businesses, industry, community leaders, and our members. The future is bright for West Baton Rouge, and we truly believe that we are better together. 💙💛

Today, we had the pleasure of having Annie Claire Bass, the new executive director of the West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce, speak to the club. She expressed her excitement for this new role and shared her key strategic priorities, including: strengthening small business & industry connection; partnerships with parish leadership & economic development; membership engagement, retention & growth; and regional collaboration. As she shared, "We are better together." 💙💛

Help us welcome one of our newest members! This week, we celebrated the ribbon cutting for Ship - N - Mail Center — a locally and Veteran-owned business proudly serving the West Baton Rouge community.

From packing and shipping to printing, copying, and business services, Ship - N - Mail Center is truly a one-stop shop for residents and businesses. Their team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service while helping customers save time, money, and stress along the way. Whether you need to ship a package across the world, print important documents, or tackle everyday business needs, they’ve got you covered!

We are excited to welcome them to our growing business community and encourage everyone to stop by, support local, and check out all they have to offer.

Last Wednesday, we celebrated our amazing Chamber membership at our Membership Appreciation Crawfish Boil, and what a great evening it was! A huge thank you to Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board for generously donating the crawfish and to Riverside Specialty Meats & Seafood for doing an incredible job boiling them, West Baton Rouge Parks and Recreation for providing the space and helping set up tables and chairs for the event. And we can't forget about the delicious jambalaya provided by Pipe & Steel Industrial!

We also want to extend a special thank you to our sponsors who helped make the event possible: , Brown Eagle, ExxonMobil Baton Rouge, Linda Quintanilla, Licensed Insurance Agent, Guaranty Bank and Trust Company, Louisiana Dental Center - Addis, Health and Safety Council, PGS, and .

And thank you to our incredible in-kind sponsors:
Coca-Cola, , Republic Services, and Lofton.jobs.

Most importantly — THANK YOU to everyone who came out to celebrate, connect, and continue building such a strong business community here in West Baton Rouge. The momentum continues! 😉