Plywood project will retain 686 jobs and result in 80 new direct and indirect jobs
Up 33 spots since 2009, Louisiana ranks No. 11 in Chief Executive's Best & Worst States for Business
Project will create 54 new direct jobs and result in 222 new indirect jobs while retaining 440 employees
Project in Red River Parish will create 90 new jobs and result in 289 new indirect jobs
Two relocated plants will result in more than 1,300 new direct and indirect jobs
Company marks creation of 100 jobs en route to full employment of 300 workers by 2015
Over 400 cities considered; rankings based on economic potential, human resources, cost-effectiveness, infrastructure and business friendliness
Project at Cornerstone Chemical site will create 65 new direct jobs and result
"IBM Services Center: Baton Rouge" represents Louisiana's largest software development project to date..."
Forbes describes Louisiana as "America's new frontier for business opportunity" in a commentary about the state's economic development efforts.
The Wall Street Journal explores the New Orleans "mini tech boom" and how tax credits are drawing software developers as part of the broader Louisiana rebound.
Site Selection describes Louisiana as an economic powerhouse in the making, selecting the state for the magazine's coveted Competitiveness Award. A combination of policy reforms and five new programs helped the state deliver a renewed competitive edge.
Can training programs really reshape America's workforce? The Economist looks into how state workforce training programs like LED FastStart® are delivering more highly skilled workers.
IBM Announces Creation Of 800-Job Technology Center In Downtown Baton Rouge
GE Capital announces plans to create 300 new jobs in New Orleans
André de Ruyter explains how Louisiana's custom solutions saved Sasol 6-12 months.
2012 Small Business Awards
Sign up to receive the latest updates, news releases and info on new opportunities in Louisiana.
Learn more about Louisiana's thriving economy.
Email Sign-up
Recent News
Economic Quarterly