Positioning SWLA To
ACCELERATE DIVERSIFY GROW SUCCEED THRIVE
The SWLA Advantage
Anchored by high-wage industrial sectors, Southwest Louisiana’s local assets and skilled workforce are pushing new frontiers in business and innovation positioning the region as one of the fastest growing areas in the state.
The Strategic Plan
Our Accelerate SWLA Strategic Plan provides an actionable roadmap for how Southwest Louisiana can leverage its strengths and best organize itself to reach the ultimate, overarching goal to grow the region’s population by 100,000 residents over the next 10 years.
Key Performance Indicator Goals
residents by 2036
economic-base jobs by 2036
percentage points in labor-force participation
Mission
The Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance serves a connector and catalyst for business growth across the five parishes of Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis – Working to grow the regional economy, strengthen quality of life, cultivate a skilled workforce, and foster a supportive business community.
Invest in SWLA Success
The SWLA Alliance is powered by the support of companies who work together to ensure the long-term growth and success of our regional economy. Become an investor in the future of our region.
