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Reconcile New Orleans Unveils Brand, Launches Celebration

6 days ago | bizneworleans.com | Kelly Hite

NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Reconcile New Orleans revealed a new brand identity on May 30 alongside an updated mission, vision, and core values statement that reflects the organization’s 25-year legacy and forward-looking commitment to innovative workforce training and transformative experiences for young people.
Short-Term Rental Company Files for Bankruptcy

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Kelly Hite

NEW ORLEANS – On May 27, Sextant Stays, Inc., doing business as Roami since 2023, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida. The Miami-based hospitality company, specializing in short-term rentals (STRs) and managing over 500 units, expanded into New Orleans in 2019, establishing a major presence with approximately 100 New Orleans properties.
Find Inspiration in These Entrepreneur-Focused Films

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Keith Twitchell

The movie industry has long been fascinated by entrepreneurism, going back to the days of black and white films. Since the big screen is always larger than life, most entrepreneurial depictions are exaggerated, melodramatic and sometimes downright implausible. They are, however, almost always entertaining and shed some interesting light on how we as a society view entrepreneurial archetypes.
Tariffs Challenge Daddy’s Donuts

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Keith Twitchell

George Carlton III was a world traveler. But like so many born-and raised New Orleanians, he always returned to the city he loved – especially after Hurricane Katrina, when he worked in the construction industry to help with the rebuilding efforts. After the birth of his first child in 2007, Carlton decided to turn to less physically taxing pursuits.
Northshore Tech Industry is Taking Off

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Kelly Hite

When it comes to success in an uncertain world, diversification is the name of the game, and when it comes to the top sought-after industries, the tech sector is king — responsible for more than one-third of U.S. economic growth. While maybe better known for healthcare and manufacturing/distribution, the Northshore is now home to multiple tech companies, the success of which will hopefully lead to more growth in this hot sector.
Innovative Design of St. Tammany Health System Surgery Center

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Misty Milioto

St. Tammany Health System has been the leading health system in the parish since 1954, and, today, it is a cornerstone of the community and a regional destination for healthcare. Feasibility studies revealed a need to plan for current caseloads and future growth and resulted in the new St. Tammany Health System Surgery Center. Construction on the center began in October 2022, and it opened in March 2025.
Northshore's The Brave Farmer is Buzzing

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Ashley McLellan

The Brave Farmer, which offers bee removal and relocation services, is the brainchild and passion of owner Amanda Bravender — a professional licensed hair and makeup artist by trade — and her husband and co-owner, Joshua Bravender. The two began providing this in-demand niche service almost by accident. “While I still actively work in hair and makeup, beekeeping started as a hobby that turned into something much bigger,” said Bravender.
Travelers Backs FORTIFIED Homes in New Orleans

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Kelly Hite

NEW ORLEANS – Travelers Insurance has a longtime partnership with SBP, a nonprofit disaster recovery organization based in New Orleans, to help fund and build homes constructed to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety’s (IBHS) FORTIFIED™ standards. Since 2011, Travelers has collaborated with IBHS and Habitat for Humanity to build affordable, wind-resistant homes to FORTIFIED standards throughout the country.
Louisiana Filmmaking Industry Set for Big Boost

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Kelly Hite

NEW ORLEANS – Louisiana’s Senate Bill 232 (SB232), designed to significantly boost the Louisiana Filmmaking Industry, successfully passed the House on May 28 with a 94-6 vote and now awaits Governor Jeff Landry’s signature. Bill 232, spearheaded by Senator Adam Bass (R-District 36), introduces significant reforms to the state’s Motion Picture Production Tax Credit program. Already an Insider?
Virgin Hotels Hosts "Housequake" Pool Party

1 week ago | bizneworleans.com | Kelly Hite

NEW ORLEANS - Virgin Hotels New Orleans is turning up the purple power with “Housequake,” a rooftop pool party celebration of the iconic artist, Prince, happening June 8 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at The Pool Club. The event is part of the 8th annual Purple Takeover New Orleans, a weekend-long tribute to the music legend presented by DJ Soul Sister.