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Q4 2012
Louisiana: At The Epicenter Of The U.S. Industrial Rebirth
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Louisiana’s low business costs, experienced workforce and extensive pipeline infrastructure are fueling the state’s manufacturing industry. Find out why the state estimates more than $50 billion in new industrial projects will be underway in the next three to four years.
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Q3 2012
Upward Trajectory
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Over the last four years, Louisiana’s business climate rankings have improved in almost every area of competitiveness. Discover how these improved rankings are attracting major business investments.
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Q2 2012
International Destination: Louisiana
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Louisiana fosters a thriving business climate that appeals to foreign direct investment, with a cumulative FDI of more than $40 billion as of 2011. So how did Louisiana become the FDI powerhouse of the South and a national leader in export growth?
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Q1 2012
New Orleans Now
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There’s a renaissance of economic innovation and progress sweeping through New Orleans. From new start-ups to digital innovators to the revival of major manufacturing, discover why NOW is the time for opportunity.
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Q3/Q4 2011
Made in Louisiana
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Wind turbine blades, baseball bats and green jet fuel are just a sampling of the diverse mix of Louisiana-made products that are innovating and enriching the world. See for yourself why “Made in Louisiana” means quality manufacturing.
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Q2 2011
The Digital Issue
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Bit by bit, Louisiana’s digital media industry is growing jobs and capital investment across the state by using a three-pronged strategy: attractive tax incentives, a wealth of talent and workforce training solutions. Get a firsthand look into Louisiana’s code for success.
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Q1 2011
The Louisiana Magnet
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More and more companies, such as Globalstar, Albemarle Corp., Gardner Denver and Blade Dynamics, are choosing Louisiana over other domestic and international sites for business expansion and relocation. Find out who’s relocating to Louisiana and why.
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Q4 2010
2010: A Year of Wins
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Louisiana experienced a banner year of impressive progress including job creation, significant business wins and a substantial rise in national business rankings. Explore how Louisiana had a terrific year for business development.
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Q3 2010
How LED FastStart Got to Be #1
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Recognized for its innovation, flexibility and efficiency, LED FastStart® became the best state workforce training program in the nation. Learn how your business can build a strong workforce with LED FastStart.
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Q2 2010
Many Shades of Green
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Leveraging the state’s natural resources and experience in energy production, Louisiana is developing a thriving sector of energy efficiency and eco-friendly ventures. Discover how eco-friendly industries are finding success in Louisiana.
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Q1 2010
Small Is the New Big
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Targeted business assistance, innovative incentive programs and policies developed by the state are fueling the growth of entrepreneurial ventures and small businesses all across Louisiana. Learn about what Louisiana is doing to fuel the growth of small business owners and entrepreneurs.
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Q4 2009
12 Months of Momentum
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Louisiana secured thousands of new jobs and billions in new investment, and improved in seven national rankings, making 2009 one of the state’s most successful years. Discover why several companies, including ConAgra Foods Lamb Weston and Gardner Denver Thomas, said "yes" to Louisiana.
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Q3 2009
Getting There First
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Since 2007, Louisiana has consistently outperformed other states in job creation, capital investment and construction projects. Explore how Louisiana’s “Blue Ocean” initiative will help the state get there first in its pursuit to cultivate new growth industries and create a more vibrant economy.
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Q2 2009
Rooted in Possibilities
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Agribusiness has long been an essential industry in Louisiana, and today it is paving the way for groundbreaking projects, such as making biofuel from plants. Discover how Louisiana is making fuel from plants and more.
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Q1 2009
In Our Own Backyard
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While incentives play an important role in attracting new business, Louisiana fosters a variety of retention and expansion initiatives to cultivate the state’s homegrown, existing businesses. Discover how Louisiana is improving communications between economic development officials and the state’s top 1,000 economic-driver firms.
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Q4 2008
LED FastStart – Creating a More Competitive Workforce
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Recognizing the need to improve its workforce, Louisiana rolls out LED FastStart™ – a new program that delivers trained workers to meet a company’s specific needs. Get an inside look into how the program works and how it’s offered to new and expanding businesses at no cost.
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Q1-Q3 2008
Changing Perceptions and Bucking National Trends
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In the inaugural issue of EQ, Louisiana Economic Quarterly®, discover how the state is becoming a major player in the digital industry and a national leader in creating new jobs and business investment.
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