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Register for the 2022 Regional Economic Summit!

We're hosting The Big Idea Playbook: Get in the Game, our regional economic development summit October 4-5, and we want YOU to join us.

There will be great keynote speakers, important and vibrant presentations, and a chance to join fellow leaders as we focus together on the future of our regional economy.

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LOUISIANA CENTRAL

We act as a catalyst, leader, and connector to build a knowledge-and innovation-driven economy.

Our work encompasses the ten-parish (county) region including Allen, Avoyelles, Catahoula, Concordia, Grant, LaSalle, Natchitoches, Rapides, Vernon, and Winn.

HOW
WE
WORK

VISION BUILDING

Louisiana Central strives to elevate the region’s idea of what’s possible, by establishing visions, frameworks, and blueprints for the future.
NETWORK CREATION

We facilitate the creation of networks that allow for better alignment, communication, and achievement within or between groups.
SKILL BUILDING

Louisiana Central collaborates to offer workshops and coaching to enhance skills needed by employers and entrepreneurs as well as skills needed to enhance the ability of communities to transform themselves.
PILOT PROGRAMS

We launch pilot programs to provide hands-on learning in preparation for adoption and/or expansion by others.
MARKETING

Louisiana Central helps to brand, create, and market the region externally to recruit business and employees and internally to build regional identity.
REGIONAL INTELLIGENCE

We conduct interviews with regional businesses and commission other research to gain actionable intel about our region and opportunities.

We at the organization formerly known as CLEDA are excited to step into a new era of growth and prosperity for our region. Louisiana Central shows our renewed commitment to the work of ensuring our region will continue growing into a uniquely creative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial place!

Please explore the new website and reach out to learn how you can engage in this work with us!

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