Tuesday: The Louisiana Small Business Development Center hosts a workshop for military veterans on starting a business from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Livingston Parish Literacy and Technology Center, 9261 Florida Blvd., in Walker. There is no cost to attend, but an RSVP is required. Register to attend.
Tuesday-Wednesday: The Center for Planning Excellence presents the Smart Growth Summit at the Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts downtown for two days of guest speakers and panel discussions. Among the lineup of events, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx will deliver the keynote address at 3 p.m. Wednesday. The summit lineup includes a wide range of local, national and international experts who will discuss issues such as transportation, real estate and community resiliency in the wake of major disasters. Cost is $125 for one day; $175 for both. See the full lineup of events and get tickets.
Wednesday: The American Advertising Federation of Baton Rouge hosts its Media & Creative Services Auction at Restaurant IPO, 421 Third St. The event kicks off with cocktails and networking at 5:30 p.m., with bidding to begin at 6:30 p.m. Complimentary food and drinks will be provided, and the event is free. Review the bid book containing all auction items and RSVP to attend.
The Business Report planner is open to events of general interest to the Capital Region business community. Items must be submitted no later than noon the Friday before the event occurs. Email Steve Sanoski with information.
