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Our partnership with Entergy
We are proud of our association with Entergy Corporation, not only because they support what we do in our 10 Parishes, but also because they are the premier company in Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas that supports Economic Development. Entergy has Regional Directors who work with us on marketing to companies who may expand within Louisiana or from outside Louisiana into our beautiful state.
Entergy sponsored the development of the first and only state-owned mega site in our Region and built the website the state Department of Economic Development uses to post our sites and buildings to. The number of hits the site gets is phenominal and come from all over the world. This site was gifted to the state to improve the marketing abilities as well as the marketing opportunities of each Regional Economic Development Organization. We have been strong beneficiaries of Entergy’s efforts.
Our Region is less populous than other Regions. But our educational resources, job opportunities and efforts to bring in more is strong. There are a hosts of organizations helping to make it a reality. We are all in Economic Development: The Mayors, the Councils, the Chambers, the Workforce Investment Boards, the Planning Districts and the local economic developers in a few of our Parishes, like Kay King in Morehouse, Jon McKinney in Union, Sam Sheppard in Franklin. This year we lost Ryan Chappel of Caldwell, a tireless worker.
But the cernter piece of working with our organization on calls, conferences, assistance with marketing materials and professionalism is Entergy Corporation. Entergy leaders also serve our community with strong involvement in the organizations that touch economic development.
We are proud of this well-deserved recognition and want our readers to know.
Riddlebarger, Carter Discuss Entergy’s Low-income Customer Initiatives in Louisiana
Working with elected officials to support legislation that focuses on the needs of low-income customers is a priority for Patty Riddlebarger, Entergy’s vice president of corporate social responsibility. During her latest meeting with U.S. Representative Troy Carter of...
Entergy Commits $1.25M to Help Louisiana Communities Recover from Hurricane Ida
Funds help nonprofit partners provide disaster relief and assistance with rebuilding and recovery NEW ORLEANS – As crews continue to work on restoring service to customers affected by Hurricane Ida, Entergy Corporation employees are teaming up with nonprofits and...
Partnering with Our Communities in Recovery
At Entergy Louisiana, we understand our communities have been put to the test over the past few months. Hurricane Ida left in its wake unprecedented damage to our homes, businesses and way of life. This has left many in our state to shoulder the burdens and stress of...
Entergy Corporation, Chairman Leo Denault Recognized for Climate Leadership at National Conference
The company was honored for its commitment to addressing climate change at the 10th annual Climate Leadership Conference NEW ORLEANS – The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions or C2ES and The Climate Registry today awarded Entergy Corporation and its Chairman and...
Delivering Electricity at Affordable Rates for Our Customers
Entergy’s utility operating companies provide electricity at some of the lowest rates in the country to retail customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. According to a recent study by S&P Global Market Intelligence, Entergy utilities once again...
Entergy Named a National Leader in Economic Development for 14th Year in a Row
Despite the challenges 2020 presented, Entergy continued to play an integral role for the Gulf Coast region by helping secure $12.9 billion of capital investment and supporting the creation of more than 7,572 new jobs for Entergy’s communities. This work during an...
Entergy’s Economic Opportunity and Empowerment Program Recognized by U.S. Chamber Foundation
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation named Entergy the winner of the Best Economic Opportunity and Empowerment Program during its 22nd Annual Citizens Awards. The Citizens Awards program recognizes the most innovative and impactful corporate citizenship initiatives...
Emergency Updates
COVID-19 Updates
We are working with all levels of government to safeguard Louisiana businesses in terms of economic and physical safety issues related to COVID-19. We’re posting links that connect business owners with valuable resources. These links are also updated as soon as any...
A Message from Phillip R. May, President and CEO of Entergy Louisiana, LLC
At Entergy, We Power Life. That means going beyond providing essential electric and gas services that power homes, businesses and industries. Entergy also fuels the human power that comes from working every day together with our community partners to improve lives,...
USDA Offers Flood Impacted Louisiana Farmers and Ranchers Immediate Disaster Assistance
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Louisiana Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director, Craig A. McCain, reminds farmers and ranchers across the State and federal farm program benefits that may be available to help eligible producers recover from recent...
SBA Stands Ready to Assist Louisiana Businesses and Residents Affected by the Severe Storms and Flooding
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Louisiana businesses and residents as a result of President Obama’s major disaster declaration, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet announced. The...
Louisiana Flooding Resource Sheet
Dr. Abraham has personally visited flooding in numerous parishes in Northeast, Central and Southeast Louisiana. He recognizes that the damage is widespread and beyond the scope of the initial seven parishes listed in the declaration. Our office is continuing to remain...
Dedication Ceremony for the Dr. Robert Guthrie Jarrell, Jr. Memorial Plaza
Dr. Russ Greer was the program moderator for the crowd that were in attendance to honor Dr. Jarrell during the dedication ceremony for the Dr. Robert Guthrie Jarrell, Jr. Memorial Plaza on June 22, 2022.
COVID-19 Updates
We are working with all levels of government to safeguard Louisiana businesses in terms of economic and physical safety issues related to COVID-19. We’re posting links that connect business owners with valuable resources. These links are also updated as soon as any...
Calling all Movie Stars! Louisiana needs you!
If you have ever wanted the chance to be in the movies, the link below gives you the opportunity. Send your resumes in to the requested email and get a chance to be a star! 2017_0328 Production Job Hotline
A Message from Brad Lambert
LED Allies: Our work together makes a genuine difference in Louisiana’s economy, and I want to thank you for your many contributions. Together, we’re able to attract projects and jobs that are increasing economic opportunity throughout our state. Today, I’d like to...
LABI makes a stop in Monroe
LABI (Louisiana Association of Business and Industry) serves its broad membership by working towards the singular goal of fostering a climate for economic growth through consistently championing the principles of the free enterprise system. LABI sets the standard for...
Ancient Louisiana City ‘Poverty Point’ Is As Old As The Pyramids In Egypt
The enormous earthen monument Poverty Point, built on a Mississippi River bayou some 3,200 years ago, is an impressive feat of engineering. Hunter-gatherers moved more than 26.5 million cubic feet (750,000 cubic meters) of dirt to create concentric ridges and several...
City of Monroe State of the City Address
The City of Monroe held the "State of the City" address on Wednesday, March 15th at the Monroe Civic Center. Mayor Jamie Mayo says that the city is "on the move" and looking forward to another successful year. Relief. Repair. Rebuild. Recovery and Resiliency...that's...
NELEA helping Richland Parish be a “READY” community!
The Northeast Louisiana Economic Alliance has partnered with LED to help communities become development ready. What this means is when a prospect looks to our area for a potential site, they see that we are a Louisiana Development Ready Community, thus being ready to...
NELEA helping Morehouse Parish be a “READY” community!
The Northeast Louisiana Economic Alliance has partnered with LED to help communities become development ready. What this means is when a prospect looks to our area for a potential site, they see that we are a Louisiana Development Ready Community, thus being ready to...
Entergy gives $1 million to support Louisiana workforce training
By Jennifer Larino Entergy is giving $1 million in grants to Louisiana workforce development programs, including money for job training at Delgado Community College as well as re-entry support for the formerly incarcerated in New Orleans, company leaders said Monday...