Professional Associations
Suit up, show up, and step up. Whether you’re a pro or just getting started, Baton Rouge’s professional associations are your VIP pass to career growth.
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Expand Your Network
Forget awkward office mixers – professional associations are where the real connections happen! Network with fellow professionals, attend events, and maybe even discover your new best friend (who also happens to be a marketing whiz). Business and economic development your calling? Check out the Baton Rouge Area Chamber or the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry to network with other business professionals. Looking for a young professional group? Join Forum 225 or Livingston Young Professionals. Attend industry events and conferences to meet potential employers, clients, and collaborators.
Enhance Your Skills
Tired of feeling stuck in a rut? Professional associations are your secret weapon for career growth! Access exclusive workshops, seminars, and online courses that will make you the envy of your coworkers. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the Association of Fundraising Professionals, and the Public Relations Association of Louisiana offer a treasure trove of resources to help you climb the career ladder. Plus, many associations offer exclusive member benefits like discounts on training and access to industry-leading publications – talk about a win-win!
Give Back
Who says you can't have fun while making a difference? Many professional associations in Baton Rouge are actively involved in community service initiatives. Join the Junior League of Baton Rouge or the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge and lend a hand to your community while building valuable leadership skills. Plus, there's no better feeling than knowing you're using your skills to make a positive impact on the city you love.
Networking Organizations
As one of the largest leadership organizations in the city, Forum 225 helps young professionals grow philanthropically, professionally, and civically. The group hosts networking events, leadership programs, and more.
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Junior League is an organization of women dedicated to fostering women's leadership and impactful community efforts through volunteerism, collaboration, and training programs.
Downtown Business Association is a membership organization focused on fostering a thriving downtown economy in collaboration with local businesses, governmental agencies, and the residential community.
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