Leadership St. Tammany

09/02/2026

🎓 Leadership St. Tammany Alumni Spotlight
Meet Jamie Andrepont.
💼 Occupation / Business Affiliation / Company
Director of Amazement & CEO at AFX Pro by FX Works, LLC.

-Why did you go through the Leadership St. Tammany program? What led to your decision to make that commitment?
At the time, I was working with the Northshore Food Bank and wanted to better understand the community I was serving. LST gave me the opportunity to learn more about St. Tammany while building relationships with people outside of my normal circle.

-What is the most important thing you got out of the program?
The relationships! Some of my absolute favorite people I met in LST. I also gained a much broader understanding of the inner workings of our community. LST showed me how many people and organizations are working behind the scenes to make St. Tammany such an amazing place to live and work.

-What have you done since graduation with the knowledge and insight you gained from the program? How has it had a continuing impact on you?
My career has changed quite a bit since LST! I purchased AFX Pro in 2022 from an LST classmate. Many of the relationships built also made it easy to stay involved in the community. In addition to volunteer opportunities within local nonprofits, I am currently the chair for the St. Tammany Chamber's Small Business Council and serve on the MPI Gulf States Chapter board. LST reinforced the value of staying connected and involved.

-What are you most passionate about?
I'm passionate about giving back and building authentic relationships. Having worked in the non-profit industry for most of my career, I know the value of support from local businesses. I make it my business to support the amazing organizations around me.

-What do you want other alumni to know about you?
I'm always happy to connect! I love sharing resources and finding ways for people and businesses to help one another. One of the best things about programs like LST is the network we continue to have long after graduation.

Thank you for being a Friend of Leadership St. Tammany, Jamie!

08/24/2026

WHAT’S ON MY BALLOT?
Dollars & Decisions: A Community Conversation About Taxes and Spending
What exactly are you voting on when you see a millage or sales tax on your ballot? Where does that money go? Who receives it? How are tax dollars used in our community?
Join Leadership St. Tammany Revisited, hosted by the Alumni Foundation, for an informative, nonpartisan conversation designed to help St. Tammany residents better understand the taxes, millages, and public funding decisions that appear on our ballots.
The goal is to give you the facts about where your tax dollars go and put informed decision-making in your hands.
📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
☕ Registration & Breakfast: 7:30 AM
🕗 Program: 8:00–11:30 AM
📍 Maritime Museum
133 Mabel Dr., Madisonville, LA 70447
Come with questions. Leave with a better understanding of how local tax dollars are collected, allocated, and put to work throughout St. Tammany Parish.
Register for the event:
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08/08/2026

08/07/2026

What a night! Celebrating the Leadership St. Tammany Induction for the Class of 2027.

We're excited for this new batch of leaders in our community to learn, grow, and share their experience with one another. Cheers to a great year!

07/31/2026

The Leadership St. Tammany Alumni Foundation Board is a proud sponsor of Leadership St. Tammany! The Class of 2027 was warmly welcomed at their induction ceremony. We were honored to attend and be a part of the future of this amazing program. Will this be the ?

05/13/2026

Come join us TONIGHT, May 13th, at Copeland’s on Highway 190!! Bring a friend…meet the class…and have fun!! 😃

04/16/2026

Last week, Leadership St. Tammany started our class on the beautiful Mandeville lakefront. Touring Old Mandeville on a trolly ride lead by City of Mandeville - Cultural Development & Events we discussed how else we can participate in community needs once this class year has ended. At the end of the day we enjoyed some jambalaya provided by our Annual Jambalaya Cookoff participants.

Looking to join the fun? Applications for Class of 2027 close April 30th!

04/15/2026

💫 LST Alumni Friend Sponsor Spotlight 💫

Meet James Steele, the Founder & CEO of Northshore Amore—a boutique business dedicated to helping couples experience deeper love, romance, and emotional connection.

Through intentional experiences—from romantic dates and unforgettable proposals to intimate weddings, curated escapes, and photography—I help couples stay connected in a world that often pulls them apart. 💙

✨ Why I chose Leadership St. Tammany:
I was encouraged to apply by colleagues who had gone through the program. After learning more, I knew it was something special—but I truly had no idea how impactful it would be.

The experience exceeded every expectation. It connected me with incredible people and gave me a deeper appreciation for our community in ways I wouldn’t have experienced otherwise.

✨ What I gained:
A deeper understanding and respect for the complexity and strength of our community.

I learned about our local government, schools, courts, and community services—but more importantly, I saw firsthand the dedication of the people who serve our community every day. That perspective has stayed with me.

✨ Life after graduation:
Since graduating, I feel more connected to our community than ever before. It’s no longer something happening around me—it’s something I feel personally invested in.

That connection has inspired me to be more intentional about getting involved, supporting others, and doing my part to help preserve and strengthen this special place for future generations.

✨ What I’m passionate about:
Connection—within relationships and within our community.

In a world that feels busy and disconnected, I believe in slowing down and being intentional about the people who matter most. Whether through my work or personal life, I’m driven to create more love, presence, and positivity.

✨ What I want other alumni to know:
Northshore Amore was born from a very personal place.

I’ve seen how even strong relationships can drift—not because people don’t care, but because they stop being intentional.

My mission is to help couples stay connected, present, and engaged—so their love doesn’t just start strong, but continues to grow over time. 💫

04/15/2026

THANK YOU for an amazing 2nd Annual Best Class Ever Jambalaya Cookoff! Fun times, good food, good friends and a great cause. Congratulations to all of our winners and thank you to our judges - State Representative Kim Carver , and entrepreneur and public servant John M. Schroder , and the 2026 Best Class Ever members! Winners: Class of 2016 Frogman Legacy Project 1st place and People’s Choice. Class of 2023 Brooke it Forward Foundation 2nd Place. Thanks to your generosity the Frogman Legacy Project received $500! We also want to thank Alaina Laizer for her fantastic photography!

04/08/2026

🔥 BEST CLASS EVER? LET'S SETTLE IT. 🔥

Join us this evening as the Leadership St. Tammany classes go head-to-head in a Jambalaya Cook-Off — and it’s not just about bragging rights… it’s for a great cause!

Each class is cooking to win funds for their selected nonprofit

LAST-MINUTE ENTRY:
Class of 2024 is coming in hot, cooking for Children's Advocacy Center-Hope House

Cost is $35. Free for kids under 12, so bring the family!

Come hungry and help support these amazing nonprofits while you taste-test your way to picking a favorite!
Only one class leaves with bragging rights…