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Accelerate SWLA Strategic Plan

One Vision. One Direction.

Accelerate SWLA is the result of comprehensive engagement with hundreds of residents, businesses, leaders, and stakeholders of Southwest Louisiana to align, accelerate decision-making and focus investment where it delivers the greatest return.

One Bold Goal.

GROW SWLA'S POPULATION BY
100,000
IN 10 YEARS

Six Priorities to Guide Growth

Diversification & Innovation
Build on energy and manufacturing while expanding into advanced materials, logistics, aerospace and next generation energy.
Ease of Doing Business
Create a customer-focused, business-friendly environment across all five parishes.
Infrastructure & Site Readiness
Deliver shovel-ready sites, modern infrastructure and faster project timelines.
Workforce & Education
Grow workforce participation, align training with industry needs and create clear career pathways.
Regional Collaboration
Operate as one Southwest Louisiana, with shared priorities and coordinated leadership.
Quality of Life
Invest in housing, amenities, recreation and places people choose to live, work and stay.

Stategic Plan Summary

Full Strategic Plan Report

The Strategic Plan Summary offers an executive overview of the key goals and priorities developed by the steering committee. A full Regional Economic Development Strategic Plan is also available.

Read the Report
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