Comments on: New Orleans: Great Place To Start A Business

By: Christopher Johnston

Christopher Johnston — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:47:23 +0000

Thank you so much for the input. We are actively trying to get that message out and we appreciate it when others notice.

By: Lizzy Caston

Lizzy Caston — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:32:16 +0000

As someone with a pretty extensive background in urban planning, economic development and communications for start-ups, let me put it into my perspective.

Nola has a rare combination of factors and is attracting a pool of talent that other cities clamor for, but can’t seem to nurture and keep; creative and innovative, educated, highly energetic entrepreneurs that have a strong commitment to civic engagement and positive social change.

Couple this with low costs, a collaborative and supportive community of like minded entrepreneurs, excellent geographic location for doing both national and international business, strong ties to foundations, angels and other funders, good incentives and lower costs make this a terrific business friendly formula.

By: Mouli Cohen

Mouli Cohen — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:17:53 +0000

This is a great post.

Truly successful entrepreneurs can always find a way to get things done while helping the people around them. Too many people forget that.

By: Jessica Rohloff

Jessica Rohloff — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:58:52 +0000

Awesome post, Chris! Thanks for helping spread the word about all the awesome tech- and startup- related energy that’s making things happen in New Orleans.

For the record, I would like to point out that Net2NO has grown to almost 300 members within our first year. We’re at 283 as of today. w00t!

By: sara@originalhealtharticles

sara@originalhealtharticles — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:51:42 +0000

yeah, i remember when all of that went down regarding new Orleans. I think what we need to understand is that New Orleans is STILL not rebuilt or back to the shape it once was in. I know that right now is the best time to start a buiness, but the future looks promising