We’re now almost six weeks away from one of Louisiana’s larger gatherings of entrepreneurs, ideas, and potential investors, the New Orleans Entrepreneur Week. NOEW is an entirely unique experience, and not because of what New Orleans typically offers.

Louisiana has always been a hotbed of talent and creativity, owing to its award-winning universities, start-up friendly tax laws, and an engaged investor audience.

This year could mean big things for you and your start-up, if you do these five things.Quite simply, if you’ve had a great idea simmering on the back burner, it’s time to put it on the plate, and serve it.