by St Mary Economic Development | Jan 25, 2024 | Small Business Resources
St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, has taken a proactive step to highlight local businesses ready to support the growing offshore wind industry. St. Mary Economic Development (SMED) recently collaborated with RWE and Greater New Orleans Inc. to launch the Louisiana Offshore...
by St Mary Economic Development | Jan 11, 2024 | Start a Business
A new year heralds new possibilities and, for many, resolutions for personal growth or exciting life changes. If starting your own business in St. Mary Parish is on your list of resolutions for this year, you’re in the right place. With its business-friendly...
by St Mary Economic Development | Dec 27, 2023 | Small Business Resources
A skilled and engaged workforce is the heartbeat of any company. Developing top talent and keeping great employees over the long term is crucial. This allows companies to avoid turnover costs and instead allocate precious time and limited resources to growth....
by St Mary Economic Development | Dec 18, 2023 | Social Media
Social media has become an indispensable marketing channel for small businesses everywhere, including those right here in St. Mary Parish. Statistics show the power of social platforms to boost sales and brand visibility, with over three-quarters of social media users...
by St Mary Economic Development | Nov 28, 2023 | Grow Your Business
Opening your doors for the first time is only the first step in your business journey. Many successful small business owners in St. Mary Parish reach a point where they’re ready to grow beyond their initial footprint and expand locally within the parish. If you have...
