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  • February 16, 2022-- The State of Louisiana Tax Reform

    Jason DeCuir, Co-Owner & Partner of Advantous Consulting, discusses tax changes made in the 2021 & 2022 Legislative sessions and gave a look forward to the upcoming Fiscal session of 2023. Tax Reform is critical to make Louisiana more competitive for business and individuals to move to (and stay in) Louisiana. Mr. DeCuir presented the topic in an understandable way that removes the jargon and left the audience engaged.

    To access Mr. DeCuir's slide presentation, click here.

    September 22, 2022-- Is Your Employee Handbook up to date? Essential Components for Today's Workplace

    Vicky Bowers, founding partner of Bowers Law Firm, hold discussion of understanding legal do's and don'ts when drafting an Employee Handbook and the critical provisions necessary to remain current on critical issues.

    To access her slide presentation, click here.

    September 20, 2022-- FUEL Lunch & Learn: Social Media Content

    Lauren Titus, Business Consultant and Training Coordinator with the LSBDC, discusses developing Content for Social Media: for professionals and business owners.

    To access her slide presentation, click here.

    September 1, 2022--Risk Rating 2.0 Equity in Action

    Mr. Gilbert Giron, FEMA Region 6 Regional Flood Insurance Liaison, discussed the new rating methodology for flood insurance premiums under the NFIP. If you are interested in finding more about the new Flood Insurance Rating, access the ZOOM recording here. Passcode: 6rceB8.4.

    Please note--ZOOM was set to record the presentation. With the questions asked the presentation went over the allotted time. After 1 hour and 45 minutes the recording stopped. We didn't anticipate the number of questions from the audience.

    For additional information, utilize the following links.

    Risk Rating 2.0: Equity in Action | FEMA.gov

    Technical Documents

    Risk Rating 2.0 Methodology and Data Sources
    Risk Rating 2.0 Methodology and Data Sources - Premium Calculation Worksheet Examples
    Risk Rating 2.0 Methodology and Data Sources - Appendix D Rating Factors
    Levees in Risk Rating 2.0
    Discount Explanation Guide
    Rate Explanation Guide

    May 26, 2022--Marketing 101

    Lauren Titus, Business Consultant and Training Coordinator with the LSBDC, helps individuals gain an understanding of basic marketing to help you identify your customers and increase sales. Topics Covered: Target Markets, Traditional Marketing, and Digital Marketing.

    To access her slide presentation, click here.