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Louisiana Economic Development strengthens the state’s business environment and drives economic growth through a team of dedicated professionals. Their mission is to cultivate jobs and economic opportunities by supporting business relocation and expansion with valuable resources and strategic strategies.
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FIND A SITE
Entergy partners with state agencies, local communities and global businesses to attract new industry – which has led to thousands of new jobs throughout Louisiana. Click here to view certified sites.
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Discover Northeast Louisiana
WHERE OPPORTUNITIES GROW
Grow NELA provides solutions-based assistance for business, industry and municipalities. Grow NELA delivers visible, impactful results that attract new jobs, expand the tax base, grow the population, and create more wealth for all residents of the 10-parish Northeast Louisiana region.
Why Northeast Louisiana?
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I-20 Corridor
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University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM)
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