In Louisiana, businesses are discovering a fair and open environment that rewards innovation and fosters growth.
Recent government ethics reform made by Gov. Bobby Jindal and the Louisiana Legislature continues to gain positive national attention. In June 2008, the Center for Public Integrity ranked the state No. 1 on its ethics disclosure laws, making it the most improved state. Louisiana previously ranked 44th.
Business Facilities named LED FastStart the No. 1 workforce training program in the country for the second year in a row. Called the "gold standard for workforce training solutions," LED FastStart provides customized recruitment, screening and training to eligible companies expanding in or relocating to Louisiana – at no cost. Louisiana also ranked in the top 10 for best business climate, economic growth potential and low cost of labor in the annual rankings report.
Louisiana ranks as the ninth-best state in Site Selection magazine’s 2010 “Top State Business Climate Rankings,” earning its highest ranking ever. The ranking is based on a survey of site selection consultants and corporate executives, as well as quantitative data of business facility activity.
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