About NELEA
Our Staff
Tana Trichel — President and CEO
Tana has presided over Northeast Louisiana Economic Alliance since 2002.
Michelle Boothe — Vice President of Operations
Michelle manages the operations, departments and accounting for the programs within each year's strategic plan.
Paula Walker — Project Coordinator
Paula began her employment in 2007.
Bridgette Mikell — Bookkeeper
Bridgette has been with the organization since November 2006.
Dorothy Eames — Loan Officer
Since 2003, Dorothy has provided loan services and documentation.
Sidney McLemore — Consultant
Sidney is a real estate specialist and works to acquire sites.
Micah Touchet — Creative Director
Micah came on board in 2008 to provide creative and branding direction for NELEA.
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Who we are
Northeast Louisiana Economic Alliance is a private, not-for-profit corporation utilizing local, state, federal and private resources and programs to enhance the available economic elements present in our region to promote and grow the regional resources leading to a vibrant economy.
What we do
We provide technical assistance, loan programs, technical communication, education, community enhancement, marketing and business retention to enhance our economy. We preside as the Coordinating Responsible Authority for the Northern and Central Renewal Communities representing the poorest areas of Louisiana.
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Case studies
NELEA was deeply involved in bringing the Conagra Foods plant to the Delhi, LA community.
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Media center
NELEA recently produced a video detailing the economic opportunities still available in Louisiana during the current economic conditions.
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Useful Links
Explore related websites that assist in providing information associated with the economic development efforts and progress in Northeast Louisiana.
Renewal Louisiana
Renewal Community information, facts, Q&A's, form links and much more about the Renewal Community Inititive in Louisiana.
Louisiana Community Progress
This site is a source for information about Northeast Louisiana and economic opportunities in the region.
