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Join us for our next Ascension Chamber Small Business Network event!

All small business owners, managers, and leaders are invited to join Ascension Chamber’s Small Business Network at our free monthly networking and education event. Content is geared towards small businesses, but representatives of all business and organization sizes are welcome. Light breakfast and coffee will be provided.

Small Business Network: How to Hit a Marketing Grand Slam

Thursday, December 17, 2026 | 7:30–9:00 AM

LOCATION: Ascension Parish Government Complex
615 E. Worthey Street | Gonzales, LA 70737

Join us for the Small Business Network's monthly networking and educational event, open to all Ascension Chamber members and prospective members. Enjoy a light breakfast and coffee while connecting with fellow professionals before an engaging presentation designed to help you strengthen your business.

Featured Presentation

 How to Hit a Marketing Grand Slam

 Presented by Chris Blades & Brooklyn LeJeune of Guaranty Digital Media

Everyone wants to start on third base when it comes to marketing, but building a strong customer base takes more than swinging for a quick home run! Join Chris Blades and Brooklyn LeJeune as they explore how businesses can use storytelling, proven marketing platforms, and targeted advertising strategies to attract the right customers and build lasting brand awareness.

From identifying your ideal audience to understanding where and how to reach them, this session will help you think more strategically about your marketing efforts. Discover why combining the right message with the right platforms can help you load the bases with potential customers and turn marketing opportunities into measurable business growth. After all, a home run brings in one run, but a grand slam brings in four!

Meet the Speakers

Chris Blades | Director of Sales, Guaranty Digital Media

Chris develops data-driven advertising strategies that help businesses grow across platforms including Google, Meta, YouTube, and OTT/CTV. With nearly 20 years of experience at WAFB, where he advanced from photojournalist to Marketing Director, Chris brings a unique combination of creative storytelling and digital expertise. He is passionate about helping businesses connect with the right audiences and achieve measurable results.

Brooklyn LeJeune | Digital Strategist, Guaranty Digital Media

Brooklyn brings a well-rounded perspective to local marketing, with experience in event planning, business development, advertising, and marketing campaigns throughout the Baton Rouge area. At Guaranty Digital Media, she helps businesses identify their ideal customers, understand how those audiences consume media, and develop strategies to reach them effectively. Her experience spans industries from local contractors and medical practices to regional industrial companies.

Everyone Is Welcome!

Small Business Network events are open to all Ascension Chamber of Commerce members and prospective members. You don't have to own a small business to attend! If the topic, connections, or conversation interest you, we invite you to RSVP and join us.

A light breakfast and coffee will be provided. Doors open at 7:30 AM for networking before the featured presentation.