If you are a small business adviser, review this list of programs, resources and incentives designed to move Louisiana’s small businesses forward. If you need additional information for businesses looking to open or expand, click here.

Statewide Incentives and Programs

Louisiana has a wealth of resources and incentives available to businesses seeking to open or expand.

State Incentives

These business incentives are funded by the State of Louisiana to attract and cultivate business. Find out about the Enterprise Zone, Quality Jobs, Restoration Tax Abatement and Industrial Tax Exemption programs.

Financial Assistance

The state’s financial assistance programs are administered by the Louisiana Economic Development Corporation (LEDC). Details for the programs are available at the links below.

Services and Programs

LED knows the importance of small business to our state economy, so we’ve invested in services and programs to support entrepreneurs.


Louisiana Business Resources

While LED is your number one source for information and assistance related to doing business in Louisiana, it’s not the only source. For additional information, visit the websites listed below.

Louisiana Secretary of State
Department of Labor – LA Works