Louisiana Small Business Development Center

🚨Business Owners🚨 Following the ruling by the Fifth Circuit which reinstated the Corporate Transparency Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) at the Department of the Treasury has extended the general CTA filing deadline two weeks, until January 13th. The notice below was posted on the FinCEN website: https://fincen.gov/boi "Reporting companies that were created or registered prior to January 1, 2024 have until January 13, 2025 to file their initial beneficial ownership information reports with FinCEN. (These companies would otherwise have been required to report by January 1, 2025.)" To find more information on filing your BOI Report, please visit: https://fincen.gov/boi

Happy Holidays from the LSBDC! Wishing everyone a season filled with joy, peace, and well-deserved rest. May this holiday bring happiness, hope, and a little extra cheer to carry you into the new year. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Warm Wishes to All!

Celebrating the season of joy and new beginnings with you! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous New Year from all of us at LSBDC.

Attention #LouisianaVeterans! 🇺🇸 The Pathway to Assist Veteran Entrepreneurs (PAVE) program is here to help you launch or grow your business—right from the comfort of your own home. This free, virtual program offers on-demand training, a small business boot camp and access to ongoing support from experienced business consultants. Don't miss this opportunity to turn your ideas into action! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gUXpFRk9 Louisiana Small Business Development Center, Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, Louisiana National Guard

📢 Calling All Business Owners in These Louisiana Parishes! Ascension | Assumption | East & West Baton Rouge | Iberville | Jefferson | Lafourche | Livingston | St. Charles | St. James | St. John the Baptist | St. Mary | Terrebonne Are you ready to grow and sustain your business? The Shell LiveWIRE Louisiana Accelerator Program is a free business accelerator designed to empower small business owners like you with the tools and connections needed to thrive. 🔑 Program Highlights Include: ✅ 8 Virtual Training Sessions ✅ 1:1 Business Consultation ✅ Expert Coaching ✅ Media & Digital Promotion ✅ Networking with Industry Leaders ✅ Graduation at Jazz Fest 🎶 📆 Only 25 spots available—apply today to secure yours! 👉 Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gipQQAE7

Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey with PAVE Orientation! We’re excited to announce the upcoming PAVE Orientation, the first step in our program designed to empower veteran entrepreneurs like YOU. This orientation sets the foundation for the PAVE Bootcamp, where you’ll gain valuable resources, connect with key partners, and participate in a group counseling session tailored to help you start and grow your business. What’s in it for you? 1. Education: Learn the essentials to build and scale your business with confidence. 2. Support: Access a network of professionals and resource partners dedicated to helping veteran entrepreneurs thrive. 3. Connection: Meet organizations that specialize in supporting veterans and gain insights into the services available to support your success. This program is all about equipping you with the tools, knowledge, and network you need to turn your business goals into reality. Don’t miss this opportunity to pave the way to your entrepreneurial success! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gjbcEuEa

As we begin finding the perfect gifts for our family and friends, don't forget to support your local businesses!

5 days away: #ShopSmall on Small Business Saturday to support the job creators in your community! Learn how you can participate: https://lnkd.in/egEBvkr

🎖️ Veteran Entrepreneurs: Unlock Federal Contracting Opportunities! Join us at the 13th Annual Bootstraps to Briefcases Veterans Conference in Baton Rouge, LA, hosted by the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southern University and U.S. Small Business Administration. 💡 Why attend? - Learn how to access federal contracting opportunities specifically for veteran-owned small businesses. - Gain insights on financial assistance programs available to veterans. - Discover strategic growth strategies to propel your business forward. 📅 When: Monday, November 25th 📍 Where: Baton Rouge, LA 💻 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/g8gS5Qef

🇺🇸 Looking to support veteran-owned businesses? Louisiana Veterans First Business Initiative's searchable database connects you with a wide range of businesses owned by veterans, active-duty military, reserve members and Gold Star spouses statewide. Explore businesses at LaVeteransFirst.org/search Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs #VeteranOwnedBusiness #SmallBusiness #ShopSmall #ShopLocal