Meet the Primes is a vital platform and key offering of our Inclusive Procurement program, facilitating connections between entrepreneurs and critical stakeholders and fostering market access opportunities. Learn more about each entrepreneur below.
2025 Meet the Primes
AFA specializes in construction, renovations, remodeling, and interior build-outs. Their specialties include
carpentry, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, drywall/gypsum, finish, paint/wall coverings, ceramic, floors, windows, and panels.
ATI Services, LLC provides comprehensive solutions, support services, and materials. They specialize in innovative and cost effective solutions that ensure results and customer satisfaction. Their customers include Federal, State, and Local Agencies.
Elite Professional Commercial Cleaning Services, LLC provides professional cleaning and janitorial services for businesses across Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Metairie. The company offers a wide range of services including commercial cleaning, industrial cleaning, carpet cleaning, window cleaning, and post-construction cleanup. Their team is trained, licensed, bonded, and fully insured, using specialized equipment and hospital-grade cleaning products to deliver high-quality results. They serve a variety of industries such as banks, medical offices, schools, gyms, warehouses, and office buildings. With flexible scheduling and customized maintenance plans, the company focuses on delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective cleaning solutions for businesses of all sizes.
Foy Bros. is a commercial painting, coating, and drywall contractor founded in 2008 with three generations of industry experience. The company is built on the tradition of 7th Ward journeyman craftsmanship and a lifelong dedication to the trade. As a licensed general contractor specializing in painting and drywall, Foy Bros. delivers professional services for commercial construction and renovation projects. Their expertise includes interior and exterior painting, protective and epoxy coatings, corrosion control, waterproofing, and historical restoration work.
Iron Triangle Development is a New Orleans-based construction and development company founded in 2002. The firm provides specialized services to build, maintain, and operate commercial and infrastructure facilities. As a Louisiana-licensed general contractor with DOTD DBE certification, the company manages projects from concept through completion. Their services include design, construction, project management, commercial and marine construction, and environmental support. Iron Triangle Development also offers operations, maintenance, facilities support, and professional administrative services.
Refresh PLM is a parking lot maintenance company serving businesses and property owners in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and the surrounding areas. The company specializes in exterior property maintenance services designed to keep parking areas safe, clean, and visually appealing. Its core services include parking lot striping, pothole repair, pressure washing, and litter and debris removal. Refresh PLM helps clients maintain ADA compliance, improve curb appeal, and extend the lifespan of their pavement assets through preventative maintenance. With a focus on quality workmanship and reliable service, the company provides customized solutions for both commercial and residential properties.
RJBrown Portraits is a professional photography and videography business based in Hammond, Louisiana, providing creative visual services for individuals and businesses. The company specializes in portrait photography, including professional headshots, graduation portraits, family photos, and personal branding sessions. It also offers event photography, drone photography, and promotional video production for businesses and special occasions.
Southern Welding @ NOLA LLC is a metal fabrication and welding company specializing in structural and ornamental welding services. The company provides expert steelwork and heavy metal fabrication for a wide range of commercial and industrial projects. Their capabilities include custom metal design, original fabrication, and precision welding tailored to client specifications.
Our team combines deep knowledge of horticulture with a genuine passion for environmental stewardship. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the New Orleans area climate, and we leverage this expertise to create thriving landscapes that enhance both property value and quality of life.
Stormova (formerly Mendez Landscaping) is a professional yard drainage and stormwater management company serving New Orleans and surrounding areas. The business focuses on solving flooding and poor drainage problems for residential and commercial properties. Their services include installing and maintaining systems like French drains, catch basins, channel drains, and rain gardens to manage water effectively. Stormova is fully licensed, insured, and certified in stormwater management and green infrastructure.
TekChix is an IT recruitment and consulting firm founded in 2017. The company specializes in connecting businesses with highly skilled information technology professionals to strengthen and grow their technology teams. TekChix provides services such as direct hire placement, contract staffing, recruiting consulting, and career support for IT professionals. Using a detailed recruiting process, the firm focuses on aligning technical skills, company culture, and long-term career goals.
AFA specializes in construction, renovations, remodeling, and interior build-outs. Their specialties include
carpentry, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, drywall/gypsum, finish, paint/wall coverings, ceramic, floors, windows, and panels.
ATI Services, LLC provides comprehensive solutions, support services, and materials. They specialize in innovative and cost effective solutions that ensure results and customer satisfaction. Their customers include Federal, State, and Local Agencies.
Elite Professional Commercial Cleaning Services, LLC provides professional cleaning and janitorial services for businesses across Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Metairie. The company offers a wide range of services including commercial cleaning, industrial cleaning, carpet cleaning, window cleaning, and post-construction cleanup. Their team is trained, licensed, bonded, and fully insured, using specialized equipment and hospital-grade cleaning products to deliver high-quality results. They serve a variety of industries such as banks, medical offices, schools, gyms, warehouses, and office buildings. With flexible scheduling and customized maintenance plans, the company focuses on delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective cleaning solutions for businesses of all sizes.
Foy Bros. is a commercial painting, coating, and drywall contractor founded in 2008 with three generations of industry experience. The company is built on the tradition of 7th Ward journeyman craftsmanship and a lifelong dedication to the trade. As a licensed general contractor specializing in painting and drywall, Foy Bros. delivers professional services for commercial construction and renovation projects. Their expertise includes interior and exterior painting, protective and epoxy coatings, corrosion control, waterproofing, and historical restoration work.
Iron Triangle Development is a New Orleans-based construction and development company founded in 2002. The firm provides specialized services to build, maintain, and operate commercial and infrastructure facilities. As a Louisiana-licensed general contractor with DOTD DBE certification, the company manages projects from concept through completion. Their services include design, construction, project management, commercial and marine construction, and environmental support. Iron Triangle Development also offers operations, maintenance, facilities support, and professional administrative services.
Refresh PLM is a parking lot maintenance company serving businesses and property owners in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and the surrounding areas. The company specializes in exterior property maintenance services designed to keep parking areas safe, clean, and visually appealing. Its core services include parking lot striping, pothole repair, pressure washing, and litter and debris removal. Refresh PLM helps clients maintain ADA compliance, improve curb appeal, and extend the lifespan of their pavement assets through preventative maintenance. With a focus on quality workmanship and reliable service, the company provides customized solutions for both commercial and residential properties.
RJBrown Portraits is a professional photography and videography business based in Hammond, Louisiana, providing creative visual services for individuals and businesses. The company specializes in portrait photography, including professional headshots, graduation portraits, family photos, and personal branding sessions. It also offers event photography, drone photography, and promotional video production for businesses and special occasions.
Southern Welding @ NOLA LLC is a metal fabrication and welding company specializing in structural and ornamental welding services. The company provides expert steelwork and heavy metal fabrication for a wide range of commercial and industrial projects. Their capabilities include custom metal design, original fabrication, and precision welding tailored to client specifications.
Our team combines deep knowledge of horticulture with a genuine passion for environmental stewardship. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the New Orleans area climate, and we leverage this expertise to create thriving landscapes that enhance both property value and quality of life.
Stormova (formerly Mendez Landscaping) is a professional yard drainage and stormwater management company serving New Orleans and surrounding areas. The business focuses on solving flooding and poor drainage problems for residential and commercial properties. Their services include installing and maintaining systems like French drains, catch basins, channel drains, and rain gardens to manage water effectively. Stormova is fully licensed, insured, and certified in stormwater management and green infrastructure.
TekChix is an IT recruitment and consulting firm founded in 2017. The company specializes in connecting businesses with highly skilled information technology professionals to strengthen and grow their technology teams. TekChix provides services such as direct hire placement, contract staffing, recruiting consulting, and career support for IT professionals. Using a detailed recruiting process, the firm focuses on aligning technical skills, company culture, and long-term career goals.
2024 Meet the Primes
Balthazar Electriks is a family-owned, full-line electrical distributor headquartered in New Orleans, with satellite offices in Shreveport and Natchitoches, Louisiana.
Founded in 1993 by businesswomen and sisters, Carol and Tina Balthazar, Balthazar
Electriks stands out in this industry known to be competitive and non-traditional for
minority and women entrepreneurs.
Big Shane’s Landscaping and Lawn Care’s mission is to design, build, and maintain beautiful, functional landscapes that turn dreams into reality. Big Shane’s Lawncare is a professional lawn and landscape maintenance company that has been servicing and manicuring lawns in the greater New Orleans area for over 10 years.
CHESTER ELECTRIC LLC, is a full-service electrical construction contractor.
Our experienced team of electricians, construction managers, and business
professionals meet the electrical needs of
commercial and industrial clients.
Our management team has over 40 years of combined experience
providing high quality security services. Our founding team are classified
as surveillance specialists and are professionally trained from the Department of Homeland Security. We also maintain their active status as
Commissioned Sheriff Deputies for the Orleans Parish Sheriff Office.
Click here to read their capabilities statement.
Website: https://cityoneprotectiongroup.com/
Email: [email protected]
504-377-1687
Colmex Construction, founded in 2008, has provided General Contracting Services on the Gulf Coast, completing over 200 projects, including both
Residential and Commercial, for some of the most recognized local entities.
Our services include Pre-Construction, Construction, and Post-Construction.
We deliver these services by providing a team of skilled professionals centered on Performance, Cost Management, High-Quality Workmanship, and Schedule Management.
EARTHBANKS LLC is a small business offering
bed preparation, plant installation, sod installation,
pruning, fertilizing, landscape installation, landscape drawings and grounds maintenance. Our team places emphasis on sustainable infrastructure, green spaces and other practices to support environmentally responsible communities.
Flourish Horticulture and Landscapes was founded with a simple yet powerful vision: to bring sustainable, professional ground management services to the New Orleans area region. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, we've grown from a small local operation into a trusted partner for both residential and commercial properties.
Our team combines deep knowledge of horticulture with a genuine passion for environmental stewardship. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the New Orleans area climate, and we leverage this expertise to create thriving landscapes that enhance both property value and quality of life.
Every project we undertake reflects our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We don't just maintain landscapes—we cultivate lasting relationships with our clients and nurture the natural beauty of our region.
Gravel Road Builders & Construction Services, LLC (GRBCS) is a forward-thinking, competitive construction company serving New Orleans and its surrounding areas. Our vision is to revolutionize the construction industry by integrating modern techniques like LEAN, Building Information Modeling (BIM), 5D, and other innovative methods to consistently deliver projects under budget and ahead of schedule.
Healthy Cleaning Services Solutions, also known as HCS Solutions is one of the most requested janitorial cleaning companies for events + festivals, parties, residential, and commercial venues like offices, daycares, hotels, stadiums, construction sites, and more. We assist with trash clean up, porta potty cleaning, and more. As a result of our services we are able to help businesses increase employee productivity, reduce the spread of diseases, and more.
Livers Construction Inc. (LCI) is a customer service oriented General Contractor founded with the purpose of delivering quality construction to single family homeowners who participated in the City of New Orleans residential rehabilitation grant program.
Mackie One is a second-generation construction company that specializes in roofing, gutters, and siding. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana since 1965, we provide the best possible solutions to exterior water intrusion problems and offer a large depth of experience and knowledge in replacing and repairing existing systems. With over 50 years of experience in this industry, Mackie One Construction is a preferred supplier of quality workmanship and roofing systems for. The company also provides sheet metal fabrication and installation from authorized manufacturers.
NOLA Steele self-performs and independently contracts high-quality steel fabrication and erection, repair welding,
ornamental iron, limited steel demolition, and miscellaneous steel. Established in 2014, our superior quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction are trademarks of NOLA Steele. NOLA Steele’s diversified capabilities allow us to work with a variety of businesses, municipalities, government, and nonprofit agencies.
OJ’S JANITORIAL & SWEEPING SERVICE, LLC has been providing professional services since 1994. Specializing in janitorial/custodial
& housekeeping services, electrostatic disinfecting services, facility management, parking lot sweeping, street sweeping services, porter
services, and lawn services. We provide services for commercial, industrial and federal facilities.
Universal Printing LLC is a full-service digital printing enterprise headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana that
delivers high-quality, high-volume, and competitively priced print products for commercial and custom purposes. Our experienced staff is made up of skilled graphic designers and print specialists who are fully supported by the owners to
help bring our clients’ prints to life.
Established in 2011 by owners Aaron & Psytia Jordan
SLDBE Certified
NAICS: 32311
Click here to read Universal Printing's capabilities statement.
Wingate’s civil/structural engineering experience includes the design, construction and management of commercial and residential facilities, utility coordination, wastewater and drainage infrastructure design, roadway design, and storm-water management.
Balthazar Electriks is a family-owned, full-line electrical distributor headquartered in New Orleans, with satellite offices in Shreveport and Natchitoches, Louisiana.
Founded in 1993 by businesswomen and sisters, Carol and Tina Balthazar, Balthazar
Electriks stands out in this industry known to be competitive and non-traditional for
minority and women entrepreneurs.
Big Shane’s Landscaping and Lawn Care’s mission is to design, build, and maintain beautiful, functional landscapes that turn dreams into reality. Big Shane’s Lawncare is a professional lawn and landscape maintenance company that has been servicing and manicuring lawns in the greater New Orleans area for over 10 years.
CHESTER ELECTRIC LLC, is a full-service electrical construction contractor.
Our experienced team of electricians, construction managers, and business
professionals meet the electrical needs of
commercial and industrial clients.
Our management team has over 40 years of combined experience
providing high quality security services. Our founding team are classified
as surveillance specialists and are professionally trained from the Department of Homeland Security. We also maintain their active status as
Commissioned Sheriff Deputies for the Orleans Parish Sheriff Office.
Click here to read their capabilities statement.
Website: https://cityoneprotectiongroup.com/
Email: [email protected]
504-377-1687
Colmex Construction, founded in 2008, has provided General Contracting Services on the Gulf Coast, completing over 200 projects, including both
Residential and Commercial, for some of the most recognized local entities.
Our services include Pre-Construction, Construction, and Post-Construction.
We deliver these services by providing a team of skilled professionals centered on Performance, Cost Management, High-Quality Workmanship, and Schedule Management.
EARTHBANKS LLC is a small business offering
bed preparation, plant installation, sod installation,
pruning, fertilizing, landscape installation, landscape drawings and grounds maintenance. Our team places emphasis on sustainable infrastructure, green spaces and other practices to support environmentally responsible communities.
Flourish Horticulture and Landscapes was founded with a simple yet powerful vision: to bring sustainable, professional ground management services to the New Orleans area region. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, we've grown from a small local operation into a trusted partner for both residential and commercial properties.
Our team combines deep knowledge of horticulture with a genuine passion for environmental stewardship. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the New Orleans area climate, and we leverage this expertise to create thriving landscapes that enhance both property value and quality of life.
Every project we undertake reflects our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We don't just maintain landscapes—we cultivate lasting relationships with our clients and nurture the natural beauty of our region.
Gravel Road Builders & Construction Services, LLC (GRBCS) is a forward-thinking, competitive construction company serving New Orleans and its surrounding areas. Our vision is to revolutionize the construction industry by integrating modern techniques like LEAN, Building Information Modeling (BIM), 5D, and other innovative methods to consistently deliver projects under budget and ahead of schedule.
Healthy Cleaning Services Solutions, also known as HCS Solutions is one of the most requested janitorial cleaning companies for events + festivals, parties, residential, and commercial venues like offices, daycares, hotels, stadiums, construction sites, and more. We assist with trash clean up, porta potty cleaning, and more. As a result of our services we are able to help businesses increase employee productivity, reduce the spread of diseases, and more.
Livers Construction Inc. (LCI) is a customer service oriented General Contractor founded with the purpose of delivering quality construction to single family homeowners who participated in the City of New Orleans residential rehabilitation grant program.
Mackie One is a second-generation construction company that specializes in roofing, gutters, and siding. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana since 1965, we provide the best possible solutions to exterior water intrusion problems and offer a large depth of experience and knowledge in replacing and repairing existing systems. With over 50 years of experience in this industry, Mackie One Construction is a preferred supplier of quality workmanship and roofing systems for. The company also provides sheet metal fabrication and installation from authorized manufacturers.
NOLA Steele self-performs and independently contracts high-quality steel fabrication and erection, repair welding,
ornamental iron, limited steel demolition, and miscellaneous steel. Established in 2014, our superior quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction are trademarks of NOLA Steele. NOLA Steele’s diversified capabilities allow us to work with a variety of businesses, municipalities, government, and nonprofit agencies.
OJ’S JANITORIAL & SWEEPING SERVICE, LLC has been providing professional services since 1994. Specializing in janitorial/custodial
& housekeeping services, electrostatic disinfecting services, facility management, parking lot sweeping, street sweeping services, porter
services, and lawn services. We provide services for commercial, industrial and federal facilities.
Universal Printing LLC is a full-service digital printing enterprise headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana that
delivers high-quality, high-volume, and competitively priced print products for commercial and custom purposes. Our experienced staff is made up of skilled graphic designers and print specialists who are fully supported by the owners to
help bring our clients’ prints to life.
Established in 2011 by owners Aaron & Psytia Jordan
SLDBE Certified
NAICS: 32311
Click here to read Universal Printing's capabilities statement.
Wingate’s civil/structural engineering experience includes the design, construction and management of commercial and residential facilities, utility coordination, wastewater and drainage infrastructure design, roadway design, and storm-water management.
