Business News - Baton Rouge Business Report

‘Women’s Business Champion’ touts importance of mentors, character

One of the keys to building a successful business is carefully vetting the people you’re doing business with, says Willie Johnson, founder of WCJ Consultants.

Biden administration cancels Gulf oil and gas lease sales

The Interior Department confirmed Wednesday that it will not hold three oil and gas...

Louisiana colleges, boosters could soon pay student-athletes directly for NIL use

Legislation that would allow Louisiana universities and their deep-pocketed supporters to pay student-athletes directly moved one step closer to the governor’s desk Wednesday.

St. George verdict expected in a few weeks as trial ends

The St. George incorporation trial ended today with the judge saying he will issue a ruling in the next few weeks.

DDD recommends BREC’s Whitney Sayal for executive director position

The Downtown Development District’s executive director search committee and full commission unanimously voted to recommend Whitney Sayal to fill the long-vacant executive director position during Wednesday’s meeting.

Gov. Edwards renews push for bridge funding after higher revenue projection

Gov. John Bel Edwards is asking Baton Rouge business leaders to urge lawmakers to support dedicating $500 million for a new Mississippi River bridge in the Capital Region.

- Advertisement -

Ochsner giving LSU Eunice money to expand nursing programs

An Ochsner hospital is giving LSU Eunice $698,000 to expand allied health programs and...

Baton Rouge’s first Black-owned comedy club fulfills entrepreneur’s vision

Baton Rouge entrepreneur and retired comedian Shedrick “Seddy Sed” Marshall has always wanted to open his own comedy club

Thinking big is chef Emeril Lagasse’s recipe for success

You might say the "Bam!" moment in the life of trailblazing celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse came many years ago courtesy of a pastry chef he admired.

Tax Foundation middle of the pack for business-related property taxes

The Tax Foundation ranks Louisiana 23rd on its list of the most business-friendly states when it comes to property taxes, up one spot from last year. The Tax Foundation ranks Louisiana 23rd on its list of the most business-friendly states when it comes to property taxes, up one spot from last year.