2022 Ascension Chamber of Commerce Business Expo & Summit

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ATTEND OUR BUSINESS EXPO & SUMMIT:
All business professionals and community leaders with interests in Ascension Parish are invited to attend. You do not have to be an Ascension Chamber member or an expo vendor to attend.
Join us for an opportunity to make connections, learn about businesses invested in Ascension Parish, earn prizes, attend breakout sessions with discussion and insights from the state's top business leaders, and network with hundreds of business professionals throughout the Expo and Happy Hour(cash bar). 

REGISTRATION UPDATE: Our Keynote Luncheon is now SOLD OUT. Members and non-members are still welcome to join us for our programming(Expo Booths, Breakout Sessions, Happy Hour) scheduled from 12:30-6:00. Registration for this option is $10 and available online or on-site on Thursday.
 

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THURSDAY CHECK-IN TIMES:

KEYNOTE LUNCHEON ATTENDEES: Check-in will open at 11:00, Luncheon begins at 11:30

EXPO ATTENDEES NOT ATTENDING THE KEYNOTE LUNCHEON: Check-in will open at 12:30 and remain open until 5:30.
 

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We are excited to launch our NEW ASCENSION CHAMBER BUSINESS EXPO & SUMMIT PRESENTED BY CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH this year that will feature new initiatives to provide enhanced value to our attendees, vendors, and sponsors as well as create an opportunity to expand the reach and attract business professionals to attend our event and see your business, such as

• KEYNOTE SPEAKER & LUNCHEON -- Our event will kickoff with a buffet-style luncheon and keynote message from Brandon Landry, Founder, Co-Owner, & CEO of Walk-On's. This portion does require a registration fee, but our sponsors and vendors will receive a designated number of registrations within their sponsorship.
• ASCENSION PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARTNERS IN EDUCATION POWER HOUR --Exclusive opportunity for vendors/sponsors to connect and create partnerships with local schools through a speed networking session with principals and leadership from Ascension Public Schools.
• BREAKOUT SESSIONS presented by Community Steel -- Expert-led discussions and insights on trending business community topics. These sessions are free and open to anyone in attendance at our event.
• TASTE OF ASCENSION HAPPY HOUR presented by Express Employment Professionals -- Relaxed networking opportunity with prizes and vendor booth visits as well as samples from our restaurant and food/beverage members. Vendors, sponsors, and luncheon attendees will receive a designated amount of drink tickets for the cash bar.
• BUSINESS EXPO/MEMBER VENDOR SHOWCASE -- Exclusive opportunity for Ascension Chamber members only to showcase their business, make connections, and build leads with an engaged audience. 
• PASSPORT TO PRIZES presented by Williamson Eye Center -- Our attendees are encouraged to visit each of our vendors to receive a stamp on their passport! Once their passport has been completed, they will have chances to win! 
• NETWORKING & LEAD GENERATION -- What we do best! Opportunity to connect with hundreds of business professionals through our event programming. All of our vendors and sponsors will have an opportunity to receive the attendee contact list.

Please note: Only paid Vendors and Sponsors may distribute promotional items. Regular attendees (member or non-member) are expressly prohibited from circulating materials other than business cards (no pens, hats, t-shirts, stickers, push cards, sign-up forms, etc.).
 

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BUSINESS EXPO & SUMMIT FAQ's   Why should I attend the Business Expo & Summit? Hundreds of business professionals, over 80 expo booths, and 5 industry experts all in one place to network, cultivate partnerships, build knowledge, and discuss trending topics sounds like a win to us!   Who is invited? All business professionals with interests in Ascension Parish   Do you have to be an Ascension Chamber member to attend? No   Do you have to pre-register by Friday, August 19 to attend? No. While we offer a discount and prefer that our attendees pre-register so that we can better prepare, we do not require pre-registration to attend. Registrations will be accepted the week of the event online and at the door for $10. Luncheon tickets ($40/person) may have limited availability after our pre-registration deadline.   What is a breakout session, and what are the topics that you will be covering? We will host 2 different breakout sessions mid-afternoon. They will be expert-led discussions about diversity, company culture, leadership development, and resources for small businesses. ALL expo attendees are welcome to attend these discussions.   Can I attend the keynote luncheon? Yes, if you have a luncheon ticket. These are included in our expo booth registration and can also be purchased separately for $30 or $40 depending on your membership status and/or time of registration.   What is the Taste of Ascension Happy Hour? A casual networking opportunity with prizes, expo booth showcase, cash bar, and 11 restaurant and beverage vendors providing samples.