Chucks Sportscards of Louisiana Named Livingston Parish Small Business of the ear 2021

Chuck’s Sportscards of Louisiana, located in Albany, LA was announced as the Livingston Parish Small Business of the Year for 2021. The announcement was made at the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce’s Awards Event and Annual Meeting held in Denham Springs. 
 
Owner Chuck Raborn was present to accept the award on behalf of his business. He noted his appreciation to the community for support of his business and his family for supporting him. 
 
As the Small Business of the Year was announced, the following commentary was read about the business. 
 
“Small businesses have challenges and opportunities that are unique to the independent business sector. Yet, they tackle the same areas of excellence as larger business. This holds true for Chuck’s Sportscards of Louisiana.
 
Chuck Raborn started his business over 20 years ago when he was in his early 20’s and learned to success through trial and error. He has been at his current location in Albany for 15 years. Being in a business with professional athletes, the business owner has his share of interesting stories, including a signing he hosted with Drew Brees. He has relationships with other greats in the sports industry and several of those have visited his Albany store. He also has a location in Baton Rouge.
 
On innovation, Chuck mentions it is imperative to stay ahead in his industry and reflects he was doing things 10 years ago that are just becoming mainstream today. To say his business changes daily is an understatement. Today’s rookie can be tomorrow’s superstar and their value with it.
 
Chuck is a long-standing member of the business community through the chamber and has served the business community through his service on the Livingston Parish Chamber Board of Directors and its Education Committee.
 
In his church community he also serves on the St. Margaret’s Finance Committee and is a member of the Knights of Columbus. In addition, he participates and heads up community events in his church. 
 
The Livingston Parish Chamber recognizes Chuck’s Sportscards of Louisiana as the 2021 Small Business of the Year Award recipient.
 
About the Business Awards: Livingston Parish business of the year awards recognize business with an area of excellence in business culture, being a good corporate citizen and excellence in their respective fields. 
 
About the Chamber: The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce is the parish's business association. It is a parish wide organization representing thousands of business owners, professionals, and employees. The Chamber's mission is to serve business, enhance our communities and advance the economy in Livingston Parish. The Chamber is a 501C6 private nonprofit organization serving Livingston Parish and each of its municipalities and communities.