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The 318 Experience Embark on a remarkable journey through the heart of Ouachita Parish with local realtor, Brian Bendily

Embark on a remarkable journey through the heart of Ouachita Parish with seasoned local realtor, Brian Bendily, in The 318 Experience podcast. Each riveting episode features Brian engaging in insightful conversations with inspiring community stalwarts, innovative entrepreneurs, and trailblazing individuals, unraveling their unique pathways to success and the hurdles they've surmounted. By delving

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NEW EPISODE: Louisiana business owners—you could be missing opportunities happening right here in our state.Part 1 of ou...
08/18/2026

NEW EPISODE: Louisiana business owners—you could be missing opportunities happening right here in our state.

Part 1 of our two-part conversation with Chris Cassagne, Executive Director of the Louisiana Growth Network at Louisiana Economic Development (LED), is LIVE!

🎥 WATCH HERE:
https://youtu.be/je8FCWfrGdE

🎧 LISTEN HERE:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6aYZSos2JfDCu4Z3enXoMG?si=2ed37872962a442a

This episode is all about Source Louisiana—a statewide resource designed to connect Louisiana businesses with major projects and prime contractors looking for local vendors, suppliers, and service providers.

With more than 80,000 Louisiana businesses represented, Source Louisiana is helping create connections between the economic investment coming into our state and the businesses already here ready to work.

Chris breaks down what Source Louisiana is, how it works, who should be using it, and what Louisiana business owners can do to position themselves for new opportunities.

If you own a business in Louisiana—or know someone who does—share this episode with them.

And stay tuned for Part 2, where Chris joins us again to dive into the programs, resources, and support LED provides to help Louisiana small businesses grow and scale.

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