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2013 ANNUAL REPORT 1

There is a lot ofenthusiasm in thisorganization goingforward. We hadstanding roomonly at our BoardPlanning Retreat

in January and I’m pleased toreport that we have 24 new boardmembers who will bring uniqueexpertise and a fresh perspectiveon everything we do. I thankthem, and our Board membersfrom 2012, for their commitmentto serve.The Chamber has three major

missions in 2013:First, deliver service to our

members, which will allow us tobroaden our base and grow. Wewill be making a membershippush this year to get new mem-bers and better serve those whoare already members. We will

work to create long-lasting valuefor our members, including oppor-tunities for education, trainingand development. We understandthe need to attract young leadersand entrepreneurs to our parishand will work hard to do so. Second, we want to promote and

nourish a pro-business attitudeamong our members, the commu-nity and government. We want youto view the Chamber as the voiceof business in Jefferson Parish. Wecan assist local business and localgovernment as they deal withissues that impair business. And third, we will stay at the

forefront of public policy and fightfor the businesses who alone, feelthey don’t have a voice. We havethe independence and relation-ships to aggressively push for pro-business legislation at the local,state and federal levels. We look

forward to working with our leg-islative leaders in 2013 to ensurethe laws passed help grow oureconomy and our parish. We havebeen able to do this in the pastand are in a better position to do itagain in the near future.Our value to the business com-

munity will not be in makingpromises, but in delivering onpromises. I will work with ourBoard to ensure we vigilantly fol-low through to keep us on path toreach our goal, which is toimprove businesses and the qual-ity of life in Jefferson Parish. Thank you for the honor and

privilege of allowing me to servethis chamber as its chairman.

Sincerely,Johnny DomianoPartner, Adams and Reese2013 Jefferson Chamber Chairman

Chairman’s Message

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2 JEFFERSON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Chamber

This year marks the 16th year of the JeffersonChamber of Commerce. What started in 1997 with afew people with some great ideas, has transformed intothousands of people making great ideas into reality.

To date, we represent more than 900 companies in theGreater New Orleans region. We have a 68-member Boardof Directors and facilitate seven regular committees withmany more sub-committees and task forces, all of whichare made up of volunteers. The eight full-time staff mem-bers help coordinate and provide more than 100 eventsand learning opportunities for our members each year.

Through our sister organization, the Jefferson ChamberFoundation, we operate two successful charter schoolsand Leadership Jefferson, the only comprehensiveleadership skills training program in Jefferson Parish.In addition to our Foundation, the Jefferson ChamberPolitical Action Committee (PAC) is a separate entitythat endorses pro-business political candidates.

A LEADER IN ADVOCACY

The Jefferson Chamber is proud to lead as a spokesmanfor business in Jefferson Parish. Members have a plat-form from which they can express opinions with a uni-

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fied voice regarding community and business issues. When businesses identify public issues, the Chamber helpsdevelop a specific position and strives to protect the interestsof the business community politically and economically. The Chamber often works with a number of regional partnersto accomplish goals that promote economic developmentthroughout the state of Louisiana.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

We help businesses grow by implementing relevant andinformative programming, training, and opportunities to buildrelationships with other businesses in the community. As amember, you are part of a network of local businesses withsimilar community interests and concerns and are able tointeract with like-minded business owners and leaders.

IMMEDIATE BENEFITS

Membership in the Chamber can make an instant impact inyour business. Through special Chamber programs, we saveour members thousands of dollars in daily business expenses.Many members save more than the cost of their membershipthrough our exclusive partnerships with Office Depot,Constant Contact, FedEx and more.

Through our innovative new website, you can expand your web of influence, your access to information and your ability to communicate through the Internet and mobile devices. This is an important application in today’s economy.

DIRECT MARKETING

Marketing your business through the Chamber is a provenand cost-effective way to attract new customers. TheChamber’s marketing opportunities are designed to target specific audiences and provide Chamber members with a variety of affordable marketing vehicles. In addition to savingyour business money through discounted marketing programs,we have a great deal of sponsorship opportunities that will get your business in front of the audience you want to reach.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Our Chamber plays a vital role in the revitalization of our community. Our committees keep a pulse on topics such aseducation, government, business and quality of life. OurChamber often facilitates programs that recognize communityachievements, promote leadership and draw attention to thepositive aspects of living and working in Jefferson Parish.

JOIN TODAY (504) 835-3880www.jeffersonchamber.org


Jefferson ChampionsAs we move into 2013, we have created a category of special recognition called our Jefferson Champions.

This special category gives significant recognition and bonus benefits to companies who invest in the Jefferson Chamber at our highest level. In additionto enhancing promotional exposure, being a Jefferson Champion also provides you with enhanced opportunities for dialogue and engagement.

We would like to thank our 2013 Jefferson Champions:


(Sponsors listed as of press time)


Charter Members

1st Lake Properties, Inc.ACME Truck Line, Inc.Agents of New York LifeAparicio, Walker, & SeelingAutomated Data ProcessingAvondale Industries, Inc. (Huntington-Ingalls Industries)Baas & AssociatesBarreca’s RestaurantBartolo's HardwareBellSouth Mobility (AT&T - Louisiana)Besselman & Associates, Inc.Best Western Inn at the Airport

(Days Inn New Orleans Airport)BFIBFM CorporationBlue Williams, LLPBrennan’s House of Printing (Garrity Print Solutions)Business Communications, Dist-LAC & V EnterprisesC.T.E. EngineersCampbell, McCranie, Sistrunk, Anzelmo & Hardy (McCranie,

Sistrunk, Anzelmo, Hardy, McDaniel & Welch LLC)Capella Law Firm (Capella Consulting)Carlone’s RestaurantChampagne ElevatorsCharles CusimanoChehardy, Sherman, Ellis, Breslin & Murray (Chehardy,Sherman, Ellis, Murray, Recile, Griffith, Stakelum &

Hayes, LLP)City of KennerCoastal Engineering & EnvironmentColumbia Lakeside Hospital (Tulane - Lakeside Hospital)Columbus Metairie Properties

Connick, Lentini, Wimberly, deLaup (Connick and Connick, LLC)

Cox CommunicationsCP Louisiana, Inc. (Greif Packaging LLC)Danny & ClydesDoctors Hospital of JeffersonDots DinerDoubletree Hotel Lakeside New Orleans (New OrleansMarriott Metairie at Lakeway)Dwyer & CambreE.J.D. Builders, Inc. East Jefferson General HospitalEquity Office Properties TrustEvans IndustriesFabrixx Inc.FAR Investments (FBT Investments)Fleetman / FuelmanFNBC (Chase)Fringe Benefits, Inc. (Fringe Benefit Administrators, Ltd.)Gulf South Engineers, Inc. (Providence/GSE)Harry Kelleher & Co., Inc.HealthSouthHibernia (Capital One)Hickory Avenue, LLC.IMR CorporationInsurance Underwriters, Ltd.JASCO, Inc.Jefferson Parish Public SchoolsJefferson Parish Sheriff’s OfficeJohn Davidson, Attorney at Law (Davidson & Davidson, A

Professional Law Corporation)Johnson & Hammatt CPA’sJoseph C. Domino Marine Towing (Joseph C. Domino, Inc.)

Joseph M. Gautreaux, M.D.Ken Hollis & Associates (Hollis Companies)Kenner Regional Medical Center (Ochsner Medical

Center - Kenner)Krebs, LaSalle, LeMieux Consultants, Inc.

(GEC/Krebs-LaSalle)Kulkarni ConsultantsLaporte, Sehrt, Romig & HandLeBlanc & SchusterLeBlanc, Miranda, & deLaup (LeBlanc & Butler, LLC.)Magnolia Marketing CompanyMajor VideoManny's of Jefferson (Guillot's Sanitary Supplies, Inc)Martiny & Caracci (Martiny & Associates)MCC GroupMcGlinchey Stafford LangMichael T. Tusa, Jr. Esq.Milliken & Michaels, Inc. Montgomery Watson AmericasMosquito ControlMulti-Quest InternationalMutual Savings (McGlinchey Stafford PLLC)New Orleans ZephyrsNielsen Law FirmNoble Consulting, Inc. / Jefferson PromotionsOmega Institute of Health (Omega Hospital)Omni Bank (Iberia Bank)Outdoor Systems Advertising (CBS Outdoor)Peake BMWPerrin & Carter, Inc.Principal Financial GroupProperty One, Inc.Radiofone

RAF Financial Corp.Rebowe & Company (Carr, Riggs and Ingram, LLC )Regions Bank of Louisiana (Regions Bank)Robert Half & Accountemps (Robert Half Finance

& Accounting)Rolland Safe & Lock, Inc.Rosenthal AgencySamuel E. Schudmak, IVSears – ClearviewSelect Properties, Ltd.Sessions & Fishman, LLP (Sessions, Fishman & Nathan, LLC)Shadowlake ManagementShell Oil Products CompanyShollmier DistributingSizeler Architects (Sizeler Thompson Brown Architects

Group, LLC)Tel Pro Communications, Inc. Teleco, Inc. (Teleco New Orleans)Treasure Chest CasinoU.S.A. & M.Urban & Aviation Planners / Digital Engineering (DigitalEngineering & Imaging, Inc.)Villere’s FloristW. H. Linder & Assoc.Waste ManagementWest Jefferson Medical CenterWilliam Vanderbrook, CPAWinn Dixie Louisiana, Inc.Xerox CorporationZuppardo's Economical Super Markets

In October 1997, a group of businesses dedicated themselves to founding the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce.

We would like to honor our original charter members:


Parenthesis indicate current company name


Annual Awards Gala Sponsors

PRESENTING

We would like to thank the following sponsors of our Annual Awards Gala:(Sponsors listed as of press time)


ENTERTAINMENT

PHOTO SPONSOR

GIFT SPONSORBAR SPONSOR

RECEPTION SPONSOR

DÉCOR SPONSOR

SILENT AUCTION SPONSOR

CHARTER MEMBER V.I.P. PARTY SPONSOR



BRONZE

GOLD SPONSOR

SILVER SPONSOR

Volunteers• Jennifer Amedee: Rault Resources Group• Millie Baudier: Cox Louisiana• Paula Duplantis: Whitney Bank• George Jackson: Donnaway Insurance, Inc.



CRAWFISH BOILProjected Date: May 17, 2013Projected Attendance: 600+Description: Historically, this fun, uniquely New Orleans-style event boasts a turnout that includes a number ofelected officials and a host of key decision-makers of ourcommunity. With live music and all you can eat and drink,we can’t think of a better way to treat your loyalemployees, clients and potential clients! Sponsorship Opportunities: $300-$5,000Contact: Stephanie Cox at 835-3880 or [email protected]

DAY AT THELEGISLATUREProjected Date: April or May 2013Projected Attendance: 30 maximumDescription: Join leaders of theJefferson Chamber on a trip tothe State Capitol to meet withJefferson Parish’s LegislativeDelegation and Parish officials.The day includes a legislative briefing and lunch with thelegislative delegation and an opportunity to learn aboutthe legislative process and receive information on thestatus of key legislation critical to Jefferson Parish andthe business community. Sponsorship Opportunities: $300-$500Contact: Selva Riemann at 835-3880 or [email protected]

EXCELLENCEIN EDUCATIONLUNCHEONProjected Date: May, 2013Projected Attendance: 250Description: This luncheon awards the top principals,teachers and students from Jefferson Parish Public Schoolsand features a guest speaker who is a leader in education.Event is usually televised.Sponsorship Opportunities: $100-$3,000Contact: Selva Riemann 835-3880 [email protected]

SMALL BUSINESSCHAMPIONAWARDSProjected Date: May 2013Projected Attendance: 250Description: In recognition of the small business commu-nity’s contribution to the American economy and society,the President of the United States designates one weekeach year as National Small Business Week. Leading up toNational Small Business Week 2013, theU.S. Small Business Administration (SBA),in conjunction with the Chamber, hosts thisspecial event to honor and present awardsto local entrepreneurs and those who sup-port and champion small business.Sponsorship Opportunities: $100-$1,500Contact: Selva Riemann at 835-3880 [email protected]

Upcoming Chamber Events!


JEFFERSONCHAMBERGRAND PRIXProjected Date: August 2013Projected Attendance: 250 Description: Experience the thrill of racing just inches off theground at the largest karting track in the U.S.! Located inAvondale, Nola Motorsports Park is a 750-acre, multimilliondollar racing facility and home to one of our latest team-building events! Business teams of five will compete in aGo-Kart endurance race for fame, bragging rights and prizes!Sponsorship Opportunities: $150-$5000Contact: Matt Preuett 835-3880, [email protected]

WASHINGTON, D.C.FLY-INCONFERENCEProjected Date: September 2013Projected Attendance: 25-35Description: The Chamber, business leaders, and localelected officials fly to the nation’s capital for meetings withthe Louisiana Congressional Delegation, key departmentalstaff and representatives of the U.S. Chamber to discussand promote the Chamber’s federal legislative agenda.Sponsorship Opportunities: $500-$3,000Contact: Selva Riemann at 835-3880 [email protected]

GOLFTOURNAMENTProjected Date: September 2013Projected Attendance: 144Description: 144 golfers. Cigars. Louisiana cuisine on thecourse. Networking. Cool weather. Awards. Camaraderie.Raffles. Prizes. Need we say more?Sponsorship Opportunities: $200-$7,000Contact: Stephanie Cox at 835-3880 or [email protected]

TOUR DEJEFFERSONProjected Date: November 2013Projected Attendance: 650+Description: This is the largest community event organizedby the Chamber. This family biking adventure brings ridersfrom throughout the country to west Jefferson Parish eachyear! As a participant you can experience the scenery andwonder of Louisiana’s heartland wrapped up with anunforgettable Fin du Tour party. The goal of this ride is tocontinually enhance the awareness ofquality of life amenities, recreationalvenues and the Bicycle Master Planin Jefferson Parish.Sponsorship Opportunities:$400-$7,500Contact: Selva Riemann at 835-3880 or [email protected]

STATE OF THE PARISH ADDRESSProjected Date: Early December 2013Projected Attendance: 300Description: Selling-out since its creation, this premierbusiness luncheon features the latest information onJefferson Parish activities and developments delivered bythe Jefferson Parish President and Council Chairman. Inattendance each year is a “who’s who” roster of localbusiness leaders.Sponsorship Opportunities: $600-$2,500 and In-KindsponsorshipsContact: Selva Riemann at 835-3880 or [email protected]


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in charitable groups, industry councils, and economic and civic organizations that make up a broad scope of this community.

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