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Why Lafayette, LA is a Great Place to Run a Business

Why Lafayette, LA is a Great Place to Run a Business

by Chasah West | Sep 22, 2023 | Business Development

  Nestled at the heart of South Louisiana’s Cajun Country, Lafayette stands as a region rich in innovation, business acumen, and limitless possibilities. From a pipeline of exceptional talent to a flourishing technology sector, it’s no surprise...
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...
Lafayette Biotech Company Announces 40-Job Expansion

Lafayette Biotech Company Announces 40-Job Expansion

by Chasah West | Feb 28, 2023 | Business Development

LAFAYETTE, La. – Tides Medical, a producer of skin graft products distributed nationwide for use in the treatment of chronic or difficult-to-heal wounds, announced it is investing $1.5 million to upgrade its corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility in...
New UL Lafayette Visual FX Program Set to Make South Louisiana a Prime Candidate for the Film Industry

New UL Lafayette Visual FX Program Set to Make South Louisiana a Prime Candidate for the Film Industry

by Chasah West | Dec 16, 2022 | Business Development

The Louisiana Economic Development has awarded the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (UL Lafayette) $920,000 to develop a new visual arts and film production program through its Entertainment Development Fund. This initiative will not only renew filmmakers’...

Regional Partnership Awarded $50M Federal Grant to Create Clean Hydrogen Cluster in South Louisiana

by Chasah West | Sep 2, 2022 | Business Development

One of 21 national winners chosen by the U.S. Economic Development Administration, will allow 25 partner organizations to develop energy innovation across the state This morning, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $50 million federal grant to...
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