The Lafourche Chamber of Commerce is a membership driven, nonprofit organization of businesses and professionals who work together to strengthen the business climate and the quality of life.

The Chamber was formed in July, 1994 as a result of the merger of the Central Lafourche and South Lafourche Chambers of Commerce. This united entity represents a simple, but great area. Lafourche Parish, also known as "The Longest Street in the World", connects the communities of Thibodaux, Raceland, Mathews, Lockport, Larose, Cut Off, Galliano, Golden Meadow, Leeville and Port Fourchon. But the organization's representation does not stop there. The Chamber also represents the small town of Grand Isle. The Chamber serves as a catalyst to organize and direct the energies of those who believe that a community worth living in is a community worth investing in to make it better.

Mission

TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP AND DIRECTION IN THE ADVANCEMENT OF ECONOMIC GROWTH AND PROSPERITY; TO REPRESENT COMMON INTEREST OF BUSINESS, INDUSTRY AND THE PROFESSIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOUND PUBLIC POLICY WHICH PROMOTES A BETTER UNIFICATION OF THE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITIES AND A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE TOTAL COMMUNITY

Chamber Divisions

• Economic Development

Division Chair: Amy Martinez

The Chamber's Economic Development Committee promotes and supports business climate through the enhancement of personal relationships between The Chamber and the business community. The committee also helps develop an environment that will attract new businesses, industrial growth and expansion opportunities for businesses within the region.

• Governmental Affairs

Division Chair: Simone Maloz

The Governmental Affairs Committee fosters positive relations between governmental entities/officials and The Chamber. The committee also monitors federal, state and local issues that are directly relative to the interest of the Chamber membership. Issue related breakfast and lunch meetings are also a regular occuring function of this division as are political forums.

• Events & Marketing

Division Chair: Ashley Barrios

The Marketing Division of the Chamber promotes and maintains enthusiasm and leadership in strengthening the Chamber's ability to build a quality business community. The division also increases, coordinates and maintains a strong membership in order to provide a sound financial base for the organization.

**If you are interested in joining one of these committees, please contact The Chamber. **