About the Chamber
The mission of the Ascension Chamber of Commerce is to facilitate and foster economic growth for its members.
The Ascension Chamber of Commerce has over 500 members and represents a wide range of large and small businesses and professions. The Chamber is a nonprofit organization not associated with any governmental agency, and has dues that are 100 percent tax deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense.
Benefits
Take advantage of your Chamber membership! The greatest value of a Chamber Membership is derived from successful programs that solicit new business and improve the economic climate and quality of life in the Ascension Parish area.
These programs lead to a healthy, expanding economy, which creates more demand for goods and services and ultimately benefits every business and professional person in the area. Even though you may not be able to volunteer time, the Chamber still has benefits available to you.
Here are some ways for you to utilize your Membership:
Business Referrals
Inquiries to the Chamber office for products and services are referred to member businesses ONLY!
Network, Network!
Interact with hundreds of potential clients, suppliers and business associates.
Promotional Activities
Monthly events designed to boost your business, while utilizing your least expensive advertising dollar.
The Chamber’s networking events bring business professionals together in an informal setting and provide an opportunity to make new business contacts and HAVE FUN!
News You Can Use
Access to our bi-weekly Chamber newsletter, quarterly mail-outs and other sources of local business information. We help you stay updated on community events and business opportunities.
Legislative Updates
Sent via fax or e-mail highlighting issues important to our members and Louisiana.
Community Visibility
Membership listing in the Chamber Directory and Internet website, with direct links to your site for only $15 per year. Community marketing through our parish directory, relocation packets, Chamber website and parish maps.
Educational Growth
Opportunities to attend educational seminars, workshops and forums, and hear timely speakers on issues that impact your business.
Leadership Ascension
Access to participate in a program whose mission is to awaken the leadership potential in Ascension Parish. This program’s alumni are a “Who’s Who” of Ascension Parish.
Training Opportunities
Information regarding the latest training seminars for your organization’s employees.
Professional Growth
Opportunities for you and your employees to become involved in the development of our business community.
Membership Database
Access to our database with a listing of all Chamber members and contact information. Great for mass e-mails and mail-outs.
Newsletter Advertising
For just $75, reach over 450 key business people in the community with your custom flyer.
Mailing Labels
Prepared at no charge for all Chamber members (you provide labels).
THE ASCENSION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
P.O. Box 1204
Gonzales, LA 70707
Phone: (225) 647-7487
Fax: (225) 647-5124
www.ascensionchamber.com
2009 ASCENSION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF - CONTACT US
Sherrie Despino President/CEO
sdespino@ascensionchamber.com
Chris Scott Office Manager
cscott@ascensionchamber.com
Fran Baker
Mindy Estave
Office Assistants
info@ascensionchamber.com
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- Note from the Chairman
- Note from the President
- About the Chamber
- Welcome from the Ascension Parish President
- Welcome from the Mayor of Gonzales
- Welcome from the Mayors of Donaldsonville & Sorrento
- Community Introduction
- History
- Location
- Government
- Ascension Economic Development Corp.
- Tourism
- Recreation
- Homes
- Arts & Entertainment
- Education
- Shopping
- Business Services
- Industry
- Healthcare
- Worship
- Ascension LA Chamber Website
- Online Membership Directory
- Ascension LA Chamber Participating Advertisers
