About

Business Associates of Baton Rouge (BABR) was started in December, 1980 by a small group of individuals who realized the importance of sharing ideas, business practices and sales opportunities with other professionals from various businesses. Long before the term "networking" gained its popularity, BABR members understood that by meeting on a regular basis and doing business with other organizations within the club, their own businesses could flourish as a result.

Currently, there are approximately 60 members in BABR, with occupations ranging from insurance to interior decorating, from landscaping to law. Over 40% of the current members have been with BABR for over 10 years. Nearly 15% of the members joined BABR over 15 years ago.

While maintaining a high degree of professionalism and structure, the BABR weekly meetings provide a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where sustained business relationships, as well as friendships, are formed. Please visit our Meetings page to find out more details regarding our weekly meetings.

Weekly Meetings

Business Associates of Baton Rouge (BABR) meets at the Oak Lodge Reception and Conference Center at 2834 S. Sherwood Forest Boulevard (Sherwood Commons E-1) every Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m.

The meetings typically last one hour. The meeting begins with an opening prayer by a member of the club, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, and "Joke Du Jour" of the day. While the members enjoy the breakfast buffet, juices and coffee that are served (included with the cost of membership), members who have volunteered to speak for that day are given that opportunity, with a question-and-answer session to follow.

Besides the weekly meetings, members are encouraged to sponsor an "After Hours Meeting", which typically occur at the sponsor's place of business. Yet another opportunity to meet your fellow business men and women in a relaxed and friendly environment, these after-hours meetings occur once a month, unless another club event (crawfish boil, Christmas party) is taking place.