COVINGTON — St. Tammany Corporation is pleased to host the first St. Tammany Sector Symposium, sponsored by Ochsner Health, on Friday, Nov. 15, at Chefunkuta Country Club. This annual event will focus on the key industry sectors driving St. Tammany Parish's growth, starting with health care, an area critical to both community well-being and economic vitality.
The half-day symposium brings together healthcare leaders and industry innovators to explore the intersection of healthcare innovation and economic development in the region. With more than 17,000 residents employed in the healthcare sector and contributing significantly to the local economy, this event will highlight existing collaborations and partnerships that boost the local industry, as well as future opportunities ahead. You will be exploring.
“Ochsner Health is pleased to be a sponsor of the first St. Tammany Sector Symposium hosted by St. Tammany Corporation,” said Pete November, CEO of Ochsner Health. “Economic development is essential to the vitality of our communities and health systems. As we work together to advance access to care, develop talent, and innovate here in our local communities, We look forward to sharing our collaborative efforts with economic development, healthcare partners, and community leaders.”
This half-day event will include remarks from U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., and dynamic panels focused on industry economic overview, regional healthcare ecosystem, workforce and talent, innovation, policy, and AI disruption and integration. , includes a hearth chat with a local medical practitioner. Keynote speech by Ochsner Health CEO Pete November.
“The health care sector plays an important role in the quality of life in St. Tammany Parish and is a key driver of economic growth,” said Chris Massingill, CEO of St. Tammany Corporation. “There is,” he said. “The St. Tammany Sector Symposium connects industry experts from key sectors of the local economy to explore how healthcare innovation and collaboration can position our region for future success and economic prosperity. This is an opportunity to discuss.”
