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Greetings!
On behalf Board of Commissioners staff and volunteers, we publish our biweekly newsletter about the plans, opportunities, events and activities of the BioDistrict to help the community understand the vast potential an organized and sustained effort to build the district holds for our local economy.
We ask for your continued support as we work to attract thousands of new high paying sustainable jobs, better healthcare outcomes, new capital investments and new educational opportunities -- all within a sustainably built environment. Building the ecosystem necessary to support this industry is difficult but critical work and will be the reason we succeed as a community.
Please share this newsletter with a friend, colleague or loved one looking for positive news about the future of New Orleans as the center of Southeast Louisiana's Super-Region and the emergence of a fourth pillar to our economy.
Sincerely,
James P. McNamara President & CEO |
Need Super Gras Talking Points?
As huge crowds descend on New Orleans. What will you say about all the new construction?
You never know who your are talking to, they may become our most important customer, client or prospect. We want you to know what is important to them, and be able to give the right answers.
Here's links to two quick summaries designed to address general interest questions:
Thanks for your help in getting the positive news out to our guests! |
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PRESENT
DeBakey: A Documentary on the Life and Times of Dr. Michael E. DeBakey, a native of Lake Charles, LA
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Highlights of the
DeBakey Documentary
Learn about his impact of the development of the Houston Medical Center, the Veterans Affairs Hospital System and numerous cutting edge medical devices |
January 22, 2013
6:00pm Networking
6:45pm Screening
Q&A to Follow
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Cash Bar and a Dat Dog vending cart
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Open to the Public
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Louisiana Public Health Institute and the World Trade Center New Orleans are the newest coalition members in the HIMSS Career Services Institute BioDistrict initiative to train and certify New Orleanians in the HealthIT industry.
Look for more additions to our coalition to create high-paying jobs
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HIMSS Career Services and BioDistrict adding more opportunities
First of its kind collaboration designed to assist New Orleanians with vendor agnostic training and certification for highly sought sustainable jobs in the Health IT Industry
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HIMSS Career Services Institute and BioDistrict, in association with the New Orleans Chamber, the Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Morial Convention Center, are establishing a national model for other conventions to follow.
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HIMSS and BioDistrict New Orleans are working together on health IT initiatives, which are anticipated to help grow the local industry over the next several years. This collaboration will focus on education, career support and online training opportunities before and during the HIMSS13 Conference & Exhibition, which will be held in New Orleans on March 3 - 7, 2013.
Career Services Institute
New Orleanians and area residents are invited to receive job training, career mentorship and assistance in preparation for Certified Professional in Healthcare Information Management Systems certification. Successful candidates will be able to attend the HIMSS Career Services Institute, a full-day program on Monday, March 4, 2013. During the institute attendees can receive career guidance, on premise certification testing and possible job opportunities. This opportunity is open to both entry and advanced-level professionals in the health IT field or those wanting to enter the field. This Career Institute is being offered compliments of HIMSS and the BioDistrict.
What is CAHIMS?
CAHIMS is a new HIMSS health IT Management System certification designed for emerging professionals within the industry (five years or less of experience). This certification demonstrates knowledge of health IT and management systems, facilitating entry-level careers in health IT. Those who earn this certification will become armed with a valuable credential, qualifying them to facilitate and improve the quality of health IT and business management systems across the healthcare setting.
Who should consider obtaining this credential?
- Individuals looking to work in a healthcare setting or mid-level professionals seeking career change
- Those who want to learn more about health IT, including clinicians
- Non-IT professionals who have some computer systems experience, working in healthcare or in an extension of the IT department
- Those enrolled in an academic program at the undergraduate or graduate level, i.e. healthcare informatics, CAHME-accredited program, Masters in Healthcare Administration, or others students
- Veterans returning from active duty
Career Training Events and Locations
- Monday, Jan. 28 - 11am - 1pm On-Line* Webinar or at 1515 Poydras Street Ste 540, New Orleans, LA
- Tuesday, Feb. 5 - 11am - 1pm On-Line* Webinar or at a location TBD
- Thursday, Feb. 21 - Mandatory Training Institute; 8:30am - 12:30pm at a TBD location - Limited to 200 attendees
Upon completion of registration, registrants will receive confirmation and log in instructions
Candidates for training must register and participate in at least one of the two webinars; and, attend the half-day Training Institute. Both webinars are the same and highlight the importance of getting certified and how it can help build your career
Registration Instructions
To register for training program and certification job placement: Click here, to register and do an on-line interview
Helpful Hints for logging on and creating your personalized interview
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Career Pathways Development Assistance
Teachers, principals and school administrators interested in mentoring sessions or webinars on curriculum for the anticipated workforce requirement, contact James P. McNamara
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New Orleans Start-up is helping the BioDistrict recruit area residents interested in getting training, certification or employing Health IT professionals?
Another first for the BioDistrict and New Orleans in our collaboration to create career training opportunities is the linking of online interview services provided by GoToInterview.com. A New Orleans based start-up venture headed by Mr. Todd McDonald, GoToInterview.com provides a web-based tool designed to connect employers and employees in high-turnover industries. This unique technology creates a channel for employers to review short video interviews of potential candidates answering customized questions initiated by the employer.
This online interview service will serve as another step towards the BioDistrict's mission to attract new industry and investment to New Orleans by solving the #1 issue holding us back -- a skilled workforce.
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Log on today and create your personal profile and interview:
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What is a Health Information Exchange? Why is it important and how will it effect Healthcare Outcomes
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Because of the work of the Crescent City Beacon Community, a Program of the Louisiana Public Health Institute, New Orleans has one of the most advanced Health Information Exchanges in the United States. The exchange is designed to improve healthcare outcomes by reducing costs, consolidating medical records and help centralize patient information to provide for better diagnosis by medical personnel.
The BioDistrict sees the need for hundreds of new professional jobs that require certification and training in the healthcare field.
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BioDistrict New Orleans: In the News
Leading Louisiana's Growth of the Bioscience Industry
Employment and Entrepreneurism
The combined UMC\VA Hospital construction and the long term growth of the Bioscience\healthcare sectors cited as important reasons for optimistic outlook for sustained growth.
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New Orleans topping lists for employment, entrepreneurship
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HIMSS - News: Meet Our Members: James P. McNamara
James P. McNamara is president and CEO of BioDistrict New Orleans. Recognizing the need for career training for available and upcoming health ...
For the Full Story
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As JPMorgan Chase & Co. announced, the collaboration between Chase and Team Gleason also supports New Orleans' effort to develop a thriving BioDistrict and support innovation as a means to strengthen the local economy...
Mr. Todd Maclin, Chairman of Chase Consumer and Commercial Banking said, "Investing in biosciences and digital technology will create more economic diversity and greater opportunity in New Orleans."
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DID YOU KNOW?
Bio New Orleans is growing and adding to our industry network and new facilities.
Once a dream, today the BioDistrict is positioned to attract new investments in the emerging biosciences industry and in New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana's Super - Region.
BioDistrict New Orleans created a special group on LinkedIn called Bio New Orleans where professionals and employers can post job opportunities, discuss research findings or industry trends and network with other professionals in the biosciences industry. The aim is to create a bioscience/healthcare community for job opportunities, discussions and networking.
More than 582 multi-disciplined professionals have already joined. Some are locals, some ex-pats and some have never been to New Orleans and are sharing in our growth and want to stay in touch. This is how industry hubs are formed, thrive and take on a life of their own. Are YOU in the game or on the sideline? |
For more information, please visit www.BioDistrictNewOrleans.org
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Think New Orleans for
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Meetings, Conventions and Conferences
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BioDistrict Quick Links
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BioDistrict
1515 Poydras St
Suite 150
New Orleans 70112
Come by to see
renderings of the new
proposed developments within the BioDistrict
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BioDistrict New Orleans - Accelerating Economic Opportunities for New Orleans
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Vision and Value Proposition for New Orleans: |
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BioDistrict New Orleans will become a thriving and highly livable business, education, science and health destination.
The BioDistrict will be known for its walkable scale, new and historic neighborhoods, excellent schools and services, accessible open space and transit, and a range of stable, well- paying bioscience and health industry jobs.
The BioDistrict will become a national model for urban revitalization and the Built Environment for healthier living, job creation and economic development.
With visionary leadership and long-term commitment, the BioDistrict can expect a host of economic benefits through the successful implementation of the Action Plan, including:
* Direct and indirect job creation 34,000 jobs
* Construction jobs 3,600 jobs
* Local Economic investment $3.3 billion
* Increased local personal earnings $2 billion
* Increased local tax revenue $1.4 billion
* Increased state tax revenue $1.9 billion
* New and renovated buildings 11.6 million
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A STRONG FOCUSED SCIENCE BASE THAT IS GROWING + Positive Business Environment
Top Rankings
Just Released:
New Orleans receives high marks
for the third straight quarter, the Brookings Institution named New Orleans the top-rated metro area in recovering from the recession, according to a report released by the Brookings Institution in December.
16 Years and Counting: #1 - Xavier University graduates more pre-med students that actually attend medical school than any other university in the country ------ |
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District Demographics
Transparency and predictability are critical issues for individuals and businesses thinking about investing in a community. We are making available data about the District and the area around us. We invite you to follow the link and customize your query.
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HOUSING 
An array of beautifully transformed homes of all sizes offer flexibility and comfort to anyone from artists, researchers, families and singles. Most of our units are conveniently located by employment opportunities and have easy access to public transportation.
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CAFES AND RESTAURANTS
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Ur Way Yogurt & Coffee
in the BioDistrict
3001 Tulane Ave
Shops at the Crescent Club
Great treats and good eats! Free WIFI for customers.
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| SPECIALIZED FACILITIES
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Real-Time
Construction Cam
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New Orleans
BioInnovation Center
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Rev. Avery C. Alexander, Jr. Academic Research Hospital
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Louisiana Cancer Research Consortium
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Click here for more information on the BioInnovation and the LA Cancer
Research Centers.
opportunities and partnerships.
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Partners
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| World Trade Center
New Orleans |
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NEWCITY Neighborhood Partnership is a coalition of more than 50 stakeholders in the Treme/Lafitte and Tulane/Gravier neighborhoods of New Orleans
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 | | Core Element supplies teachers with the tools to ensure students will be ready for the opportunities ahead. |
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