Jones Walker associate Christopher J. Tyson has been invited to participate in the Small and Emerging Businesses Funders Conference and Trade Exhibition Show taking place this Monday, November 19, 2007, at Louisiana Technical College from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Mr. Tyson, a member of the Real Estate Practice Group, will present a seminar titled "Basics of Negotiating a Commercial Lease" in a 30-minute overview scheduled to begin at 12:15 pm. This event will feature resources for entrepreneurs along with information about funding sources and opportunities, and invitees expected to attend are community leaders, existing businesses, procurement partners, and the general public.