Mansura community market and local vendor showcase

About the Chamber

About the Mansura Chamber of Commerce

Supporting local businesses, encouraging community involvement, and celebrating the traditions that make Mansura, Louisiana special.

Who we are

The Mansura Chamber of Commerce is a community-focused organization dedicated to promoting local businesses, fostering community involvement, and celebrating the culture of Mansura, Louisiana. We serve as a connector — bringing together business owners, residents, and community partners to build a stronger, more vibrant Mansura.

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Mansura community members gathering and celebrating together

Our mission

To support and promote local businesses, encourage community involvement, and celebrate the traditions that make Mansura a special place to live, work, and visit.

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Supporting local businesses

We advocate for local commerce, provide resources and networking, and help businesses of every size thrive in Mansura. (Details to be supplied by the Chamber.)

Community partnerships

We collaborate with local organizations, civic groups, and volunteers to support events and initiatives that bring Mansura together. (Partner details to be supplied by the Chamber.)

Hallee M. Walters

President • Mansura Chamber of Commerce

Phone: (318) 305-1117

Email: mansurachamberofcommerce@gmail.com

Leadership Spotlight

Meet Our President

Hallee M. Walters

Rooted in Tradition. Driven by Purpose. Committed to Community.

A proud native of Mansura, Louisiana, Hallee M. Walters is an educator, community leader, devoted mother of two daughters, and the President of the Mansura Chamber of Commerce. With a genuine love for her hometown and a passion for bringing people together, Hallee is committed to strengthening the community, supporting local businesses, and preserving the traditions that make Mansura special.

Hallee holds a Bachelor's Degree in Communications with a minor in Public Relations and is currently pursuing a Master of Education with a concentration in Educational Leadership. She serves as an educator with the Avoyelles Parish School Board and is a member of Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society. Her professional aspirations include becoming a school administrator, where she hopes to create an environment in which both teachers and students can thrive.

★ A Legacy of Festival Leadership

Hallee's connection to the Cochon de Lait Festival runs deep. With more than 20 years of festival experience and over 30 pageant titles, she has proudly represented her community on numerous occasions, including serving as the 2010 Miss Cochon de Lait Festival Queen and 2014 Ms. Cochon de Lait Queen.

Her dedication extends far beyond the stage. Hallee served for eight years as a festival pageant director and board member, gaining valuable experience in event planning, community engagement, leadership, and preserving local traditions. Today, she is proud to help lead the organization responsible for the beloved Cochon de Lait Festival, celebrated annually during Mother's Day weekend in Mansura, Louisiana.

Her Vision for Mansura

For Hallee, serving as Chamber President is more than holding a title. It is an opportunity to give back to the community that helped shape her into the woman she is today. Her vision centers on building trusting relationships, recognizing and supporting local businesses, increasing community involvement, and creating events and opportunities that bring people together.

“Get Back to Giving Back”

Returning to the Chamber's foundation of service and collaboration

She is equally passionate about empowering women to embrace leadership opportunities and challenging the belief that women cannot lead with strength, integrity, and grit.

A Message from Our President

“The Mansura Chamber of Commerce is deeply embedded within me. This opportunity means more than words can express because I have the privilege of serving the community that raised me.”
“I believe in Mansura. I believe in our businesses, our families, our traditions, and most importantly, our people. My goal is to be a leader who listens, serves, and works alongside others to make a positive difference. It takes a village, and I want everyone to feel welcome and included in the work we are doing.”
“Together, we can honor our past, embrace our present, and build a brighter future for Mansura.”

— Hallee M. Walters, President

“Our greatest strength is our people, and together, we can make a difference.”