Chamber President and CEO Donnie Miller said the event is the biggest of the month for the parish, designed to foster collaboration and create opportunities for local businesses.
“As the Chamber of Commerce, our goal is to be the beehive of activity,” Miller said. “We want to bring people together and ensure that businesses have the ability to collaborate. After the expo, the connections do not have to stop. This is just the beginning.”
More than 500 attendees and over 100 exhibitors filled the Lamar Dixon REV Center, representing industries from banking and healthcare to creative services and community programs.
Among the local businesses making their mark was Pirogue Adventures, owned by Bruce Waguespack. He said the expo gave him the perfect platform to share his brand, which is deeply rooted in Louisiana’s Cajun culture.
“I’m kind of a best-kept secret,” Waguespack said. “We operate out of the Cajun Village, where it’s real Cajun heritage, and I’ve learned people love Cajun, so I pour it on, baby.”
Organizers said events like this help growing businesses receive valuable feedback from industry peers, strengthen community ties, and highlight Ascension Parish’s economic potential.
The Chamber’s next major event will be the 2025 Young Ascension Professionals Anniversary Celebration & Murder Mystery. More information can be found here.
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