Entrepreneurship & Small Business

The startups, founders, and small businesses driving innovation and growth across the Capital Region.

First look: Fleurty Girl’s new Mid City shop 

Lauren LeBlanc Haydel is bringing the flair of New Orleans to Baton Rouge via the area’s first Fleurty Girl location, which opens Thursday in the former home of Mid City Mercantile on Government Street. 

Inflation surpasses labor shortages as the No. 1 concern among small businesses

Small business optimism increased slightly in May, but it marked the 17th consecutive month...

Roul’s Deli expanding with O’Neal Lane location

A favorite of the LSU North Gates community, Roul’s Deli is expanding with a new location on O’Neal Lane this summer. 

Regulators’ proposal could push banks to further tighten credit for business owners  

Business owners have already been feeling a credit crunch as banks have pulled back...

Caterie brand to be revived as a catering company

Baton Rouge entrepreneur Jordan Piazza is launching a catering company he’s calling The Caterie, a nod to the popular restaurant and live music venue destroyed in a 2010 New Year’s Day fire.

Sense of community key in luring young professionals to Baton Rouge  

Jeremy Beyt has house shopped in many different cities. His appetite for innovation has...
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Softening wage growth providing a break for small businesses owners 

The wage pressure that small business owners have been feeling for the past few...

Baton Rouge film producers prepare to shoot their first feature

Unoriginal Films, a local film production company founded by four LSU graduates, is gearing up to produce its first feature. 

Business Lunch: Cannatella Grocery

The Mid City spot is a hidden gem at lunchtime, with a chance to pick up something from the four-item sandwich menu—and dinner while you’re at it.

Events center proposed for Jefferson Highway near Antioch

A new events center is planned for Jefferson Highway, near the intersection of Antioch Road. 
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