StayLocal is Greater New Orleans’ independent business alliance. We create an environment for local businesses to thrive through research, education, and advocacy.

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What Has AI Done for You Lately?

Join StayLocal and member business Online Optimism for an insightful session on AI-powered engagement. In one hour, we’ll delve into the transformative potential of ChatGPT for small businesses, discover practical strategies and engage in real-world exercises live during the talk.

Our speaker, Sam Olmsted, is the New Orleans Managing Director of Online Optimism. Sam has developed unique strategies for Fortune 500 companies and globally recognized brands and is an expert at using AI in his marketing efforts(more on Sam here).

Registration for the free Zoom session, to take place on Tuesday, March 26th from 9 - 10 am, is required.

Each participant should also register for a ChatGPT account before the event. Contact Maryann Miller at (504) 252-1259 with questions. Register here.

Loyal + Local = Lagniappe Coin

Dirty Coast’s Lagniappe Coin is a distinctive, sustainable, reusable metal coin-like keychain that offers loyalty rewards to the holder. Similar to, but heavier than, a Mardi Gras doubloon, it allows the coin holder 10% off --or its equivalent--at local businesses throughout the GNO. See the list of where you redeem coins for discounts here.

Lagniappe Coin cannot be purchased and any coin-carrying member is bestowed it at the discretion of the participating business. Tips on getting one: wear anything Dirty Coast you have whenever you can!

Business owners interested in becoming a part of this Dirty Coast partnership and honoring Lagniappe Coin at your business will receive support from Dirty Coast on their website, at special events, and through the printed material Dirty Coast has designed, including the Lagniappe Coin keychains.

Access Road Work Updates

Great news! The City of New Orleans has secured billions of dollars for infrastructure improvements citywide, including along key business corridors.

As a community, we understand the long-term benefit that these improvements have for residents and businesses. StayLocal has partnered with the Mayor’s Office of Community Development and RoadWork NOLA to provide support to businesses for any short-term impact which may experienced while roads are improved. 

Find out how to sign up for regular text alerts to receive construction updates and view StayLocal’s online Road Construction Resources for Businesses here.

 
 

 

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