Louisiana Economic Development (LED) is responsible for strengthening the state's business environment and creating a more vibrant Louisiana economy.

With dedicated and knowledgeable professionals committed to Louisiana's economic future, LED strives to help businesses find the resources they need to make relocation and expansion a successful, profitable endeavor. Our mission is to position Louisiana for greater economic success. We are aggressively pursuing the following integrated economic development strategies:

• Strategically improve state economic competitiveness
• Engage with local partners to enhance community competitiveness
• Forge partnerships to enhance regional economic development assets
• Expand and retain in-state businesses
• Execute a strong business recruitment program
• Cultivate small business, innovation and entrepreneurship
• Enhance workforce development solutions
• Promote Louisiana's robust business advantages
• Attract foreign direct investments and grow international trade

 

Small Business Programs & Resources

From entrepreneurial startups to small business growth and expansion, Louisiana offers a comprehensive array of educational, managerial and financial programs that cultivate small business opportunities.

• Bonding Assistance Program - Provides access to quality bid, payment and performance bonds at reasonable rates from surety companies when bonding capacity is needed on public or private jobs.
• CEO Roundtables - Peer groups that give executives the opportunity to discuss business practices and management strategies with other executives who deal with similar growth challenges.
• Economic Gardening Initiative - Provides customized core business strategies, market research, qualified sales leads and improved internet and technology tailored to your growing needs.
• Small and Emerging Business Development Program - Provides for developmental assistance, including entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, legal and industry-specific assistance.
• Small Business Loan and Guaranty Program - Provides loan guarantees to banks and other small business lenders in association with the SSBCI ranging from $5,000 to $1.5 million.
• STEP Grant - Provides financial awards to state and territory governments to assist small businesses with export development.

 

 

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