Join us for the 4th Annual Bayou Business Summit, where regional leaders gather to discuss what’s next for South Louisiana.

4th Annual Bayou Business Summit | August 20, 2026 Cypress Bayou Casino & Hotel

VIP Legislative Reception: August 19, 2026 | Mr. Lester’s Cigar Bar / Invitation Event

The 2026 Bayou Business Summit will focus on the work already happening across Louisiana’s Bayou Region and what it means for the future of South Louisiana. This year’s conversations will center on energy, innovation, defense, and workforce, with a closer look at the companies, projects, and people shaping each of those areas. From offshore infrastructure and maritime assets to new technology and skilled talent, the Bayou Region has a story worth telling. Hosted at Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel, the Summit gives leaders a chance to hear that story clearly, connect with the people behind it, and better understand where the region is headed.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SPONSOR THE BAYOU BUSINESS SUMMIT?

Presenting Sponsor ($10,000)

• VIP: 4 Reception Guests
• 5 minutes at the mic at start of program to full audience
• Ability to play up to 2 minute video at start of program to full audience
• 2 reserved tables with premium seating for 8 each at BBS (16 seats total)
• Verbal and AV recognition throughout program
• Ability to place up to 3 printed and/or marketing materials at each place setting
• Premium recognition in BBS marketing materials
• 4 tickets to the Impact Tour**
• 2 complimentary hotel rooms

VIP Legislative Reception Sponsor ($7,500 /1 Available*) 

• VIP: 8 Reception Guests
• 1 reserved table with premium seating for 8 at BBS
• Verbal and AV recognition during program
• Recognition in VIP invitations and marketing materials
• 2 tickets to the Impact Tour**
• 1 complimentary hotel room

Impact Tour Sponsor ($5,000 / 1 Available) 

• VIP: 4 Reception Guests
• 1 reserved table with premium seating for 8 at BBS
• Verbal and AV recognition during program
• Signage and ability to speak on each bus during tour and at lunch
• 2 tickets to the Impact Tour**
• 1 complimentary hotel room

Lanyard Sponsor ($2,500 /2 Available) 

• VIP: 1 Reception Guest
• 4 reserved seats at BBS
• Logo on event lanyard
• Verbal and AV recognition during program
• Recognition on BBS?marketing materials
• 1 ticket to the Impact Tour**

Gold / $5,000:

• VIP: 4 Reception Guests
• 1 reserved table with?premium seating for 8 each at BBS
• Verbal and AV recognition during program
• Recognition on BBS?marketing materials
• 2 tickets to the Impact Tour**
• 1 complimentary hotel room

Silver / $2,500:

• VIP: 2 Reception Guests
• 1 reserved table with premium seating for 8 each at BBS
• Verbal and AV recognition during program
• Recognition on BBS?marketing materials
• 1 ticket to the Impact Tour**

Bronze / $1,500:

• VIP: 1 Reception Guest
• 4 reserved seats at BBS
• Verbal and AV recognition during program
• 1 ticket to the Impact Tour**

Sponsorships can be purchased by emailing alyssa@bayouregion.com for questions please contact Alyssa as well.

*The VIP Legistlation Reception is an exclusive event open to sponsors and Bayou Region delegation only.

**Impact Tour includes lunch and tour of local industry sites.