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FILE PHOTO -- Members of Baker-Zachary Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., from left, Kim Knight, Tammie Harden, Judith Jackson, Kaleisha London, Chapter President Malissa Drake, Nyoka George, Allison Singleton, Gracie Slake-Turner and LaToya L. Moore share information about the organization and ways students can apply for scholarships.

 Photo by Sonya Goss

The Baton Rouge Delta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Economic Development Committee hosted "Delta Tank," a small business pitch competition and pop-up shop on June 30.

The event was in partnership with the Greater King David Baptist Church and was held at the John E. Montgomery II Auditorium in Baton Rouge.

The event was designed to empower small minority- and female-owned businesses to present their entrepreneurial ideas and seize the opportunity to elevate their business. This pitch competition was judged by individuals who worked daily to give entrepreneurs the tools and resources they needed to be successful. Business grants were awarded to the winners. 

See photos from other recent Baton Rouge community events:

Baton Rouge Assembly (Stand alone)

Baton Rouge Assembly -- The new members of The Baton Rouge Assembly were introduced to the membership at a country brunch at the home of Cammie and David Norwood in St. Francisville on April 28. Shown are, from left, Mark and Jennifer Shoptaugh, Derek and Frarrah Benedetto, Brian Richmond and Bridget and Paul LaBorde.
New Members of the Baton Rouge Assembly (stand alone)

Baton Rouge Assembly -- On April 28, new members of the Baton Rouge Assembly were introduced at a country brunch at the home of Cammie and David Norwood in St. Francisville. Shown are, from left, Chris and Laura Gautreaux, Wade and Sally Svendson, Paul and Lindsey Aucoin, Kallie and Robert Svendson, Jill and John Dunlap, and Amanda and Carruth Higgins.
OLLI at LSU (stand alone)

OLLI at LSU -- Recently, OLLI at LSU showcased its summer classes for adults over 50 at a preview themed 'Blast Off into Summer.' Gathered are, from left, Leila Miller, Margaret Muse, Jackie Duplechin and Lisa Tucker.
Garden Discovery Series (stand alone)

Garden Discovery Series -- The two winners of the iris plant door prizes at the June 8 Garden Discoveries event, 'Louisiana Iris,' are Chandan Sharma, left, and Katy Hobmann. Claire Fontenot led the program. 
Inauguration ceremony (stand alone)

Inauguration ceremony -- On June 28, Sarah Holliday James, from left, the Rev. Gretha Alexander and Constable Terrica Williams attended the City of Baker's inauguration ceremony.
Garden on the Month (stand alone)

Garden of the Month -- The Plaquemine Garden Club June Garden of the Month was the home of Blackie and Mary Lou Medlen on Postell Avenue in Plaquemine.