Ben Whalen is the owner of Clean Slate Botanicals, a local retail store that offers handmade, artisan crafted goods and wellness products. Ben grew up in Shreveport, is a Caddo Magnet High School and Louisiana Tech graduate. After a near decade stint in the Chicago Corporate America work culture, Ben decided to pursue his entrepreneurial dream, vacated the Midwest, and in 2017 laid roots back in his home of Shreveport, LA.

This free entrepreneurial event will continue with monthly gatherings at Andress Artist & Entrepreneur Center in downtown Shreveport. Each gathering will feature a new monthly speaker and will allow entrepreneurs to gather, connect, work through business challenges, and identify opportunities in the community and beyond.

Mark Your Calendars & be sure to check out the website for event updates & speaker info!