Greater New Orleans, Inc. is the economic development organization for SE Louisiana. Our vision is a thriving economy & excellent quality of life, for everyone.
The GNOu Workforce Summit is officially scheduled for September 26, 2024!
Discover the latest industry trends & workforce needs with top leaders from energy, advanced manufacturing, logistics, maritime, technology, and more.
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These are promising developments, and aligned with the requests made by GNOWind to BOEM through this process. The proposal by Hecate Energy LLC demonstrates the ingenuity being deployed to find creative solutions for OSW in the Gulf of Mexico. ⚜️💨
Do you identify as a BIPOC founder who is growing an early-mid stage SaaS, CPG, or other tech-enabled startup? Apply now for
@TheIdeaVillage
's Fall 2024 IDEAfuel cohort!
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NOLA is dedicated to long-term development with over 250 roadwork and infrastructure upgrades. While some projects coincide with the Super Bowl, they are part of broader efforts to modernize, address long-standing issues, & enhance the city's resilience.
The
@NOLASuperBowlHC
is now accepting applications for the Impact 59! Nonprofit orgs in the GNO region focused on youth development, workforce training, education, health and wellness, and equity & inclusion are encouraged to apply by Aug 23rd!
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Join us for an electrifying RE-MIXER this Saturday, July 27th at 9 pm at Chickie Wah Wah! Enjoy a songwriter round table with Josh Starkman, Anjelika "Jelly" Joseph, Maggie Koerner, and Pell. RSVP now for an unforgettable night of music and inspiration!
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The City of New Orleans won nearly $50M from the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) Program. They’re one of 25 winners and one of only three cities. The City’s projects will reduce emissions by 200,000 tons of CO2 from 2025-2050.
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Congrats Mechatronics grads! The Mechatronics program is a two-year commitment that provides both technical classroom instruction and on-the-job training using an earn-while-you-learn model with training costs covered by the employer.
8 students completed the Mechatronics program July 11 on the Nunez campus.
Pictured are graduates Jay Zelaya, Mark Lemoine, Christopher Dourrieu, Darrin Mahler, Beau Landry and Bee Mitchell. Not pictured are Brandon Culpepper and Daniel Sherlock.
@GNOinc
@delgadocc
@NTCCgators
City council has passed an ordinance to establish the first uniform minimum wage for performers at city-run events and festivals. This move aims to ensure fair pay, boost the local economy, and enhance the quality of life for our talented artists. ⚜️💸
Last week, we celebrated the closing ceremony of the 2024 GNOrocs Innovation Internship at
@neworleansbio
. Our 24 interns from local universities worked at various STEM companies, including labs, engineering firms, construction companies, and tech startups.
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@flyneworleans
will see two new routes to major cities ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
@BreezeAirways
will launch a new nonstop route from New Orleans to Las Vegas and re-launch its New Orleans to Los Angeles route in the near future!
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Big news for our friends at Gulf Wind Technology! They are one step closer to bringing wind power to Louisiana with the delivery of the state’s first wind turbine!
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This week,
@CleanEnergyBiz
is hosting 3 workshops at GNO, Inc. on clean energy funding opportunities offered at the federal level. Join us and learn how to mobilize your community to win grant dollars and meet potential partners for your next project!
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This weekend,
@essencefest
proudly celebrated its 30th year— a tradition that embodies the heart & soul of New Orleans, drawing visitors from all over the world. Over 250,000 people attend the festivities, bringing an economic impact of over $300M.
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SAVE THE DATE! The GNOu Workforce Summit is officially scheduled for September 26, 2024!
Discover the latest industry trends & workforce needs with top leaders from energy, advanced manufacturing, logistics, maritime, technology, and more.
Register:
Join us for the next Startup NOLA Now on July 9th at The Shop At The CAC! There will be an overview of the newly rebranded Gulf South Angels, a premier angel investment network dedicated to fostering growth and innovation across the Gulf South region.
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