Wednesday: The first of four informational sessions on BRAC’s Leadership Baton Rouge program will be held at 2:30 p.m. in room 102 in the Main Library at Goodwood. The meeting—which is free and open to the public—is designed to introduce the program to potential applicants. BRAC is accepting applications for the 2019 class until 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 31.Get more information and see the full schedule of meetings.
Thursday: A special edition PitchBR will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Ringside Bar inside Sullivan’s Steakhouse Baton Rouge on Corporate Boulevard. Three entrepreneurs from across Louisiana will pitch their product or service in front of a live audience. The event kicks off with networking at 5 p.m., followed by the pitches from 6-7 p.m. The final hour is also dedicated to networking. PitchBR is free to attend. Get more information.
Thursday: Forum 35’s Founders Ball, a celebration of the organization’s founding, will be held at 7 p.m at the Capitol Park Museum on North 4th Street. Former Mayor Kip Holden will host the ball, which includes a silent auction, live music and open bar. The event is open to the public. Tickets cost $150 per person or $250 for couples. Register and get more details.
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