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SUMMARY:Ascension Chamber of Commerce Business Expo Presented by Chevron
DESCRIPTION:August 27\, 2026 | Lamar-Dixon REV Center\nThe Ascension Chamber Business Expo is the largest gathering of businesses\, organizations\, and community leaders in Ascension Parish.\nAdmission to the Business Expo Showcase is FREE\, making it easy to explore more than 100 exhibitors\, build new business connections\, discover local products and services\, and support businesses throughout our community.\nLooking to promote your business? Expo booths and sponsorship opportunities are still available. This is a great opportunity to showcase your company\, generate new leads\, and connect with hundreds of business professionals throughout the day.\nWhether you're attending\, exhibiting\, or sponsoring\, the Business Expo is designed to help businesses grow\, build relationships\, and strengthen our local business community.\nWHAT TO EXPECTBreakfast Buffet & Networking*Keynote BreakfastAscension Partners in Education Recognition100+ Business & Organization ExhibitsBreakout SessionsPassport to PrizesTaste of Ascension Happy Hour**Registration require\nEVENT SCHEDULE\n8:30 AM |Doors Open\n9:00 AM | Breakfast Buffet & Networking\n9:30 AM |Keynote Breakfast & Ascension Partners in Education Recognition\n11:00 AM   2:00 PM | Business Expo Showcase (FREE Admission)\n2:00 PM |Taste of Ascension Happy Hour\n3:30 PM | Event Concludes\nSchedule subject to change**\nBUSINESS EXPO SHOWCASE\nExplore more than 100 businesses\, organizations\, and community partners all under one roof.\nYou'll have the opportunity to:Meet local businesses and industry leadersDiscover products and servicesLearn about community resourcesBuild valuable business connectionsEnter giveaways through Passport to PrizesKEYNOTE BRUNCH\nStart your morning with breakfast\, networking\, and an inspiring keynote presentation focused on leadership\, innovation\, and business growth.\nThe program will also recognize the impact of the Ascension Partners in Education (PIE) initiative and celebrate partnerships that strengthen our schools and workforce.\nKeynote Speaker Announcement Coming Soon!\nTASTE OF ASCENSION HAPPY HOUR\nWrap up the day by networking with fellow business professionals while enjoying samples from local food and beverage vendors.\nThis relaxed atmosphere provides another opportunity to build relationships and make valuable business connections.\n*Registration require\nHOST AN EXPO BOOTH\nPut your business in front of hundreds of attendees from across Ascension Parish.\nBooth PricingMember Booth   $450Member Double Booth   $800Member Oversized Vehicle Booth   $900Non-Member Booth   $550Small Business High top-$200Electricity Add-On   $50Booths are still available but space is limited.\nSPONSOR THE BUSINESS EXPO\nShowcase your company before\, during\, and after one of Ascension Parish's largest business events.\nA variety of sponsorship opportunities are available\, offering valuable brand exposure and opportunities to connect with business leaders\, community partners\, and attendees throughout the event.\nSnack Station Sponsor   $500Sponsor a grab-and-go snack station with assorted packaged snacks.Salty Snack Station: Sponsor chips\, pretzels\, popcorn\, and other savory snacks.Sweet Snack Station: Sponsor candy\, cookies\, chocolates\, and sweet treats.Fruit Station: Sponsor a fresh fruit station with healthy grab-and-go options.Donut Station: Sponsor a morning donut station for attendees.Business Break Room Sponsor   $3\,000\nSponsor a lounge featuring arcade games\, seating\, and a prize claw machine\, giving attendees a place to relax\, recharge\, and network.\nBusiness Center Sponsor   $3\,000\nSponsor a quiet workspace where attendees can charge devices\, hold meetings\, and stay productive throughout the Expo.\nContact the Ascension Chamber to learn more about available sponsorships.\nREGISTRATION\nBusiness Expo Showcase: FREE Admission\nExplore the Expo\, visit exhibitors\, network with local businesses\, and participate in Passport to Prizes.\nKeynote Breakfast and Happy Hour Bundle Member Registration   $50Non-Member Registration   $65Keynote Breakfast Member Registration   $35Non-Member Registration   $45Happy HourMember Registration   $25Non-Member Registration   $35
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<!DOCTYPE html><html><head><title></title></head><body aria-disabled="false"><article data-scroll-anchor="true" data-testid="conversation-turn-16" data-turn="assistant" data-turn-id="request-69728baa-71c8-8330-be19-a0aaef8bdb0d-1" dir="auto" tabindex="-1"><p>August 27\, 2026 | Lamar-Dixon REV Center</p><br />The Ascension Chamber Business Expo is the largest gathering of businesses\, organizations\, and community leaders in Ascension Parish.</article><article data-scroll-anchor="true" data-testid="conversation-turn-16" data-turn="assistant" data-turn-id="request-69728baa-71c8-8330-be19-a0aaef8bdb0d-1" dir="auto" tabindex="-1"><br />Admission to the Business Expo Showcase is FREE\, making it easy to explore more than 100 exhibitors\, build new business connections\, discover local products and services\, and support businesses throughout our community.</article><article data-scroll-anchor="true" data-testid="conversation-turn-16" data-turn="assistant" data-turn-id="request-69728baa-71c8-8330-be19-a0aaef8bdb0d-1" dir="auto" tabindex="-1"><br />Looking to promote your business? Expo booths and sponsorship opportunities are still available. This is a great opportunity to showcase your company\, generate new leads\, and connect with hundreds of business professionals throughout the day.</article><article data-scroll-anchor="true" data-testid="conversation-turn-16" data-turn="assistant" data-turn-id="request-69728baa-71c8-8330-be19-a0aaef8bdb0d-1" dir="auto" tabindex="-1"><br />Whether you&#39\;re attending\, exhibiting\, or sponsoring\, the Business Expo is designed to help businesses grow\, build relationships\, and strengthen our local business community.</article><article data-scroll-anchor="true" data-testid="conversation-turn-16" data-turn="assistant" data-turn-id="request-69728baa-71c8-8330-be19-a0aaef8bdb0d-1" dir="auto" tabindex="-1"><br />WHAT TO EXPECT<ul fr-original-style="" style="list-style-position: inside\;"><li>Breakfast Buffet &amp\; Networking*</li><li>Keynote Breakfast</li><li>Ascension Partners in Education Recognition</li><li>100+ Business &amp\; Organization Exhibits</li><li>Breakout Sessions</li><li>Passport to Prizes</li><li>Taste of Ascension Happy Hour*</li></ul>*Registration require<h3><br />EVENT SCHEDULE</h3><p><br />8:30 AM |Doors Open<br />9:00 AM |&nbsp\;Breakfast Buffet &amp\; Networking<br />9:30 AM |Keynote Breakfast &amp\; Ascension Partners in Education Recognition<br />11:00 AM &ndash\; 2:00 PM |&nbsp\;Business Expo Showcase (FREE Admission)<br />2:00 PM |Taste of Ascension Happy Hour<br />3:30 PM |&nbsp\;Event Concludes<br />Schedule subject to change**</p><h3><br />BUSINESS EXPO SHOWCASE</h3><p><br />Explore more than&nbsp\;100 businesses\, organizations\, and community partners&nbsp\;all under one roof.<br />You&#39\;ll have the opportunity to:</p><ul fr-original-style="" style="list-style-position: inside\;"><li>Meet local businesses and industry leaders</li><li>Discover products and services</li><li>Learn about community resources</li><li>Build valuable business connections</li><li>Enter giveaways through Passport to Prizes</li></ul><h3>KEYNOTE BRUNCH</h3><p><br />Start your morning with breakfast\, networking\, and an inspiring keynote presentation focused on leadership\, innovation\, and business growth.<br />The program will also recognize the impact of the&nbsp\;Ascension Partners in Education (PIE)&nbsp\;initiative and celebrate partnerships that strengthen our schools and workforce.<br />Keynote Speaker Announcement Coming Soon!</p><h3><br />TASTE OF ASCENSION HAPPY HOUR</h3><p><br />Wrap up the day by networking with fellow business professionals while enjoying samples from local food and beverage vendors.<br />This relaxed atmosphere provides another opportunity to build relationships and make valuable business connections.<br />*Registration require</p><h3><br />HOST AN EXPO BOOTH</h3><p><br />Put your business in front of hundreds of attendees from across Ascension Parish.<br />Booth Pricing</p><ul fr-original-style="" style="list-style-position: inside\;"><li>Member Booth &mdash\; $450</li><li>Member Double Booth &mdash\; $800</li><li>Member Oversized Vehicle Booth &mdash\; $900</li><li>Non-Member Booth &mdash\; $550</li><li>Small Business High top-$200</li><li>Electricity Add-On &mdash\; $50</li></ul><p>Booths are still available but space is limited.</p><h3><br />SPONSOR THE BUSINESS EXPO</h3><p><br />Showcase your company before\, during\, and after one of Ascension Parish&#39\;s largest business events.<br />A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available\, offering valuable brand exposure and opportunities to connect with business leaders\, community partners\, and attendees throughout the event.</p><p><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;"><u><br />Snack Station Sponsor &ndash\; $500</u></strong></p><p>Sponsor a grab-and-go snack station with assorted packaged snacks.</p><ul fr-original-style="" style="list-style-position: inside\;"><li>Salty Snack Station: Sponsor chips\, pretzels\, popcorn\, and other savory snacks.</li><li>Sweet Snack Station: Sponsor candy\, cookies\, chocolates\, and sweet treats.</li><li>Fruit Station: Sponsor a fresh fruit station with healthy grab-and-go options.</li><li>Donut Station: Sponsor a morning donut station for attendees.</li></ul><p><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;"><u>Business Break Room Sponsor &ndash\; $3\,000</u></strong><br />Sponsor a lounge featuring arcade games\, seating\, and a prize claw machine\, giving attendees a place to relax\, recharge\, and network.</p><p><br /><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;"><u>Business Center Sponsor &ndash\; $3\,000</u></strong><br />Sponsor a quiet workspace where attendees can charge devices\, hold meetings\, and stay productive throughout the Expo.</p><p><br />Contact the Ascension Chamber to learn more about available sponsorships.</p><h3><br />REGISTRATION</h3><p><br />Business Expo Showcase: <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">FREE</strong> Admission</p><p><br />Explore the Expo\, visit exhibitors\, network with local businesses\, and participate in Passport to Prizes.</p><p><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;"><u><br />Keynote Breakfast and Happy Hour Bundle&nbsp\;</u></strong></p><ul fr-original-style="" style="list-style-position: inside\;"><li>Member Registration &mdash\;&nbsp\;$50</li><li>Non-Member Registration &mdash\;&nbsp\;$65</li></ul><p><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;"><u>Keynote Breakfast&nbsp\;</u></strong></p><ul fr-original-style="" style="list-style-position: inside\;"><li>Member Registration &mdash\;&nbsp\;$35</li><li>Non-Member Registration &mdash\;&nbsp\;$45</li></ul><p><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;"><u>Happy Hour</u></strong></p><ul fr-original-style="" style="list-style-position: inside\;"><li>Member Registration &mdash\;&nbsp\;$25</li><li>Non-Member Registration &mdash\; 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LOCATION:9039 S St Landry Ave Gonzales LA 70737
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