About LED

Mission

The mission of Louisiana Economic Development is to provide excellence in leadership, policy and programs to create a business climate enabling public-private linkages, which result in capital investment, a diversified economic base and quality job opportunities for all Louisiana citizens.

Vision

Louisiana: Vision 2020, the state's master plan for economic development, establishes an exciting picture of where Louisiana can be in the year 2020. Initiated in 2000, it is built around a vision of Louisiana as a state with a vibrant, balanced economy; a fully engaged, well-educated and trained workforce; and a quality of life placing it among the top 10 states in the country in which to live, work, visit and do business.

Click here for more information on Vision 2020.

Annual Reports

Click on the links below to download copies of LED's annual reports.

LED Achievements

  • 1st state agency to become an Accredited Economic Development Organization
  • 1st and only State Economic Development Agency to earn ISO 9001:2000 Certification
  • State of the Year -- Southern Business & Development (2007)
  • Economic Development Award for Innovation -- CoreNet Global (2007)
  • Honored for excellence in communications and marketing, earning numerous awards from International Economic Development Council, Southern Economic Development Council, Public Relations Society of America New Orleans Chapter and the Ad Club of News Orleans (2006 & 07)


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Background

Learn more about the state, LED and personnel.