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Humanoid Robotics Pilot Positions St. Bernard Parish as a Testbed for Advanced Manufacturing
St. Bernard Parish has been selected as the site of a new humanoid robotics pilot launched through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the State of Louisiana and Persona AI, headquartered in Houston, Texas. The pilot will be conducted at SSE Steel Fabrication’s large-scale facility in St. Bernard Parish, positioning the Parish as a real-world test environment for embodied artificial intelligence in active heavy-industry settings.
SBEDF Congratulates Associated Terminals on Christening of New All-Electric Cranes
The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) congratulates Associated Terminals on the commissioning and christening of two new all-electric Liebherr CBG 500 E cranes, the D. Lopez and the Bill S..
Limpiar Wins Startup St. Bernard!
The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) is proud to announce that Limpiar has taken home the grand prize in the 2025 Startup St. Bernard pitch competition.
Startup St. Bernard 2025 Finalists Announced
The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation is presenting the 11th annual Startup St. Bernard on August 21, 2025, at Nunez Community College in Chalmette, LA.
St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation Hosts Deputy Insurance Commissioner John Ford for Candid Conversation on Legislative Priorities
St. Bernard Parish Real Estate Investors group took the opportunity to host Louisiana Deputy Insurance Commissioner John Ford for a fruitful discussion with residents and business owners to ask questions and learn more about the Department’s priorities and proposed legislation.
America’s First Glass Recycling Company for Coastal Restoration Opens New Facility in St. Bernard
Glass Half Full, the nation’s first company to turn recycled glass into coastal restoration materials, has officially opened a cutting-edge, three-acre facility in Chalmette, bringing with it new jobs, private investment, and global recognition.
Natural Wellness with Nurse April Wins Startup St. Bernard!
The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) is thrilled to announce that Natural Wellness with Nurse April has taken home the grand prize in the 10th annual Startup St. Bernard pitch competition.
Startup St. Bernard 2024 Finalists Announced
The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation is presenting the 10th annual Startup St. Bernard on August 22, 2024, at the brand-new Student Testing and Career Counseling Center at Nunez Community College.
St. Bernard Awarded $10,000 Grant from Louisiana Economic Development
St. Bernard Parish is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $10,000 grant from Louisiana Economic Development (LED) to support the implementation of strategic goals outlined in the Louisiana Development Ready Community plan.
SBEDF Hosts 2024 Economic Development Week
St. Bernard Parish and St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) are observing National Economic Development Week from May 6-10, recognizing the significant impact of positive economic development in our local community.
SBEDF selected to receive prize from GNOF’s Next 100 Years Challenge
Earlier this year, the St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) was invited by the Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF) to pitch its vision for a more resilient St. Bernard while competing in GNOF’s Next 100 Years Challenge.
Entergy Louisiana Enhances Electric System in St. Bernard Parish
Entergy Louisiana has implemented a new substation and transmission lines in St. Bernard Parish, resulting in a more dependable and resilient electrical system for customers.
SSE Steel Fabrication Invests in Robots, Augmented Reality Headsets
SSE Steel Fabrication announced it is expanding its St. Bernard Parish facility with the addition of technology designed to enhance overall productivity and efficiency while creating new jobs.
St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation Releases 2022 Annual Review
St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) has released its 2022 Annual Review highlighting a year of remarkable achievements and continued growth for the St. Bernard Parish business community.
SBEDF Partners with UWSELA to Introduce Initiative for African-American Small Businesses
United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA) announced Monday the launch of its Thriving African-American Small Business Initiative designed to help boost the profit potential of Black-owned businesses in greater New Orleans.
SBEDF & RPC Offer Funds for Brownfields Assessments
The Regional Planning Commission (RPC), in partnership with St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF), was recently awarded a $500k Brownfield Assessment Grant from the EPA to support economic development in St. Bernard Parish.
SBEDF Announces 2nd Annual Small Business Matters Summit
The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) is proud to announce the 2nd annual Small Business Matters Summit. This year’s event will include a lineup of diverse topics focused on small business owners and employees looking to utilize opportunities for advancement.
SBEDF Donates $10,000 to Arabi Businesses for Tornado Relief
St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation donated $10,000 to businesses in Arabi that were affected by the tornado that left a trail of destruction on March 22nd of this year.
Ceres Wins Startup St. Bernard!
We have a winner! Startup St. Bernard is made possible with the generous support of sponsors who contribute cash and in-kind services to help the winners take their business to the next level.
St. Bernard Film Incentive Review Board Approves $150K Rebate for CBS’ “Your Honor”
The St. Bernard Parish Film Incentive Review Board (FIRB) recently approved the first-ever full rebate of $150,000 to the production “Your Honor” by Danni Productions, LLC, following an extensive review of the production’s application, audit of St. Bernard expenses, and expenditure ledger. The rebate of $150,000 is based upon 3.5% of local qualifying expenses of $4,681,114.