Westbank Business & Industry Association upcoming events https://wbianola.com/events Westbank Business & Industry Association upcoming events Westbank Business &amp; Industry Association Wild Apricot - membership management software and more en Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:24:41 GMT Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:24:41 GMT Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT WBIA Board of Directors Meeting (9 Sep 2026) <p><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/WBIA-Final.png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></p> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512340 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512340 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT WBIA September 2026 Member Luncheon (18 Sep 2026) <h3 align="center"></h3> <p align="center"><strong><font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face="Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif">What’s next for economic growth on the Westbank?</font></strong></p> <p align="center"><font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face="Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif">Join WBIA for our September Membership Luncheon featuring</font><strong><font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face="Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif">Michael Hecht, President &amp; CEO of Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.)</font></strong><font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face="Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif">, for an engaging look at the projects, investments, and initiatives shaping our region’s economy. Michael will highlight key accomplishments during his tenure at GNO, Inc., with a special focus on the work impacting the Westbank and creating opportunities for future growth and development. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of our region’s leading voices on economic development—and connect with fellow Westbank business and community leaders. Register today and be part of the conversation!</font><br></p> <p align="center"><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/SEP%2018%202026%20LUNCH%20(1).png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></p> <p align="center"><font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face="Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif">WBIA is excited to welcome Michael Hecht of GNO, Inc. as our September Membership Luncheon guest speaker! Michael will share highlights from his years leading regional economic development efforts, with a special focus on the projects, partnerships, and progress that have impacted the Westbank — plus his perspective on the opportunities ahead. Bring your questions and ideas to ensure this is an interactive session!</font><br></p> <h3 align="center"><em><u>Deadline to Register:&nbsp;<br> Friday, September 11, 2026</u></em></h3> <p align="center" style="line-height: 15px;"><font face="Georgia">Doors open at 11:30 am&nbsp;</font></p> <p align="center" style="line-height: 15px;"><font face="Georgia">Lunch &amp; Program, 12:00 - 1:00 pm</font></p> <p align="center" style="line-height: 15px;"><font face="Georgia"><strong>Reservations must be paid prior to event</strong></font></p> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6781333 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6781333 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT JEDCO - Growth Marketing Strategies (23 Sep 2026) <div align="center"> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/growth-marketing-strategies-tickets-1979911835598?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank"><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/JEDCO%20SEP%2023.jpg" border="0" alt=""></a><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/growth-marketing-strategies-tickets-1979911835598?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank"><font face="Impact" style="font-size: 30px;">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER</font></a> </div> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512290 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512290 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT Charting the Westbank's Future: A Conversation with the Governor (30 Sep 2026) <p><a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/westbank-governors-lunch" target="_blank"><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/FINAL.png" alt="" title="" border="0"></a></p> <h1 align="center"><a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/westbank-governors-lunch" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TABLES</a></h1> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6806770 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6806770 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT 2026 WBIA Classic Golf Tournament (8 Oct 2026) <p align="center"><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/golf%202026%201%20(2).png" alt="" title="" border="0"><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/2025%20WBIA%20Golf%20Flyer%20(6).pdf" alt="" title="" border="0"><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/2025%20WBIA%20Golf%20Flyer%20(6).pdf" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></p> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6781398 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6781398 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT WBIA Board of Directors Meeting (14 Oct 2026) <p><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/WBIA-Final.png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></p> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512341 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512341 Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT JEDCO - Communicate Your Brand with Confidence (21 Oct 2026) <div align="center"> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/communicate-your-brand-with-confidence-tickets-1979914278906?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank"><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/JEDCO%20OCT%2021.jpg" border="0" alt=""></a><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/communicate-your-brand-with-confidence-tickets-1979914278906?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank"><font face="Impact" style="font-size: 30px;">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER</font></a> </div> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512299 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512299 Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:30:00 GMT WBIA Board of Directors Meeting (11 Nov 2026) <p><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/WBIA-Final.png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></p> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512342 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512342 Wed, 18 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT JEDCO - Collaborative Leadership for Success (18 Nov 2026) <div align="center"> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/collaborative-leadership-for-success-tickets-1979916959925?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank"><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/JEDCO%20NOV%2018.jpg" border="0" alt=""></a><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/collaborative-leadership-for-success-tickets-1979916959925?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank"><font face="Impact" style="font-size: 30px;">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER</font></a> </div> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512307 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512307 Wed, 09 Dec 2026 13:30:00 GMT WBIA Board of Directors Meeting (9 Dec 2026) <p><img src="https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/resources/Pictures/WBIA-Final.png" alt="" title="" border="0"><br></p> https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512344 https://wbianola.wildapricot.org/event-6512344