Monroe Housing Authority Blog Post

Spotlight On: Monroe Housing Authority

Growing up in Monroe, Louisiana, has not always been easy for me. My sister and I were raised by a single mother. Living in income-based housing helped relieve some of our financial burdens. It also helped guide us toward our successes today. My family and I are one of thousands of individuals that have been positively impacted by our Pelican …

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12 Businesses in Louisiana With Hilarious Names

Here at Pelican, we love a good laugh. By far the funniest moment I’ve had while working at Pelican was when we filmed our “Name-Brand vs Off-Brand Food Items” video. I’m not exaggerating when I say we were laughing to the point of crying literal tears. Anyone that knows me will attest—I’m a huge fan of alliteration, puns, plays on …

Business Checking Account

The Benefits of Having a Business Checking Account

Picture this: you’ve come up with a million-dollar business idea, pitched your idea to a business lender, created a business plan, and you’re ready to get to work. Before you check everything off your to-do list, though, there’s still one thing left to do. You need somewhere to store all of your fortunes—besides under your mattress. This is where a …

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Day in the Life of a Pelican Business Loan Processor: Kendal Fryhling

Pelican’s Business Services Department talks with both current and potential business members to identify any needs, wants, and challenges they may have when owning a business. They help by providing businesses with account products, lending solutions, and other services needed to maximize their business’ opportunities to achieve success. Kendal Fryhling has been working at Pelican for over five years, and …

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How to Take Your Side Hustle Full-Time

If you have a part-time venture on the side that you are passionate about, then there’s a good chance you have entertained the idea of turning that into a full-time business. You probably also have tons of questions about how to approach bringing your freelance or side hustle gig full-time. Don’t worry—we’re here to help! Although it may seem like …

Opelousas General Health Systems

Spotlight On: Opelousas General Health System

Did you know Pelican was originally chartered as the Department of Hospitals Credit Union? That’s right! Our main membership served the employees of Louisiana charity hospitals, mental health centers and state office personnel. We have since expanded to add several different industries to our field of membership but continue to serve many hospital employees around the state. There is even …