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Why Lafayette, LA, is a Great Place to Live, Work & Play

Why Lafayette, LA, is a Great Place to Live, Work & Play

by Chasah West | Jul 26, 2023 | Insider

A great work-life balance is one of the most important routes toward happiness and success, and there are few places on Earth where it’s easier to achieve that than in Lafayette, LA. Nestled in the heart of Cajun country, Lafayette was named the ‘Happiest...
Delta Biofuel Announces $100 Million Final Investment Decision for Renewable Fuel Facility in South Louisiana

Delta Biofuel Announces $100 Million Final Investment Decision for Renewable Fuel Facility in South Louisiana

by Chasah West | Jul 11, 2023 | Misc

Delta Biofuel has announced a $100 million final investment decision for the construction and start up of a full-scale renewable fuel production facility in Iberia Parish that will convert sugarcane waste into feedstock for low-emissions energy generation. The company...
South Louisiana: An Abundant Agribusiness Landscape

South Louisiana: An Abundant Agribusiness Landscape

by Chasah West | May 11, 2023 | Business Development, Key Industries

The Louisiana lifestyle is forever linked with Cajun cuisine and the good times that flow from it, but the area’s connection with food goes much deeper. South Louisiana is home to some of the country’s best-known and best-loved agribusiness brands,...
South Louisiana Community College: Driving a Skilled Talent Pipeline in South LA

South Louisiana Community College: Driving a Skilled Talent Pipeline in South LA

by Chasah West | Mar 20, 2023 | Business Development, Talent Acquisition

The accolades have been rolling in for South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) as its academic excellence continues to be recognized. Thanks to the high degree of graduate employability and an industry-oriented approach to curriculum design, SLCC was named...
British Chemical Manufacturer to Build Its First U.S. Facility In Acadiana

British Chemical Manufacturer to Build Its First U.S. Facility In Acadiana

by Chasah West | Mar 8, 2023 | Misc

BROUSSARD, La. – Aquaspersions Limited, a global manufacturer of water-based additives for the latex, paint and adhesives industries, announced it is investing at least $7.5 million to establish a new production facility in St. Martin Parish. The facility will...
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