LED Business Development Roundtables

Participation is open to both current and prospective SEBD program participants.

 

“SEBD Roundtables offer an invaluable opportunity for small business owners to build community while gaining new perspectives to address common challenges,” Louisiana Growth Network Director Stephanie Hartman said. “This program empowers entrepreneurs with the tools, strategies, and peer support they need to sustain and grow their businesses in an ever-changing marketplace.”
 

Each session provides a structured, confidential environment where participants can share challenges, explore solutions, and develop leadership and management skills.

 

“The SEBD Roundtable has connected me with an incredibly diverse group of business leaders who lift each other up to celebrate success and share business challenges,” NOLA Wood Windows owner Valerie Vides said. “I’ve learned to be a better business owner by focusing on the things within my control and being reminded I am not alone. This is a community I lean into for support. Being part of the roundtable has helped my business grow thoughtfully and strategically by learning from others who’ve faced similar obstacles.”

 

SEBD Roundtables are facilitated by certified SEBD Intermediaries who provide technical and managerial assistance to ensure a consistent and high-quality experience. Business owners interested in participating should contact their local SEBD intermediary for information on eligibility and the application process:

For more information on SEBD Roundtables, contact LED Senior Program Manager Tatiana Bruce at Tatiana.Bruce@la.gov or 225-342-5663. Learn more and apply to the SEBD program and certification here.