ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

ENGAGING BUSINESS LEADERSHIP IN PUBLIC POLICY

Louisiana is a great place to live and work, and our business community is shaping the competitive landscape for the growth of our state.

The go-to organization for business leaders to engage directly in public policy.
Provides access to some of the critical thinkers in business and academia in Louisiana.
An organization to which government, policy, and media leaders turn for reliable, nonpartisan policy guidance.
A catalyst and advocate for economic development.
A respected business voice on state issues impacting business and economic development.

Louisiana Economy Showing Signs of Growth, But Challenges Remain

Year end economic report from C100 outlines data on Louisiana and differences among regions

A new report by the Committee of 100 highlights both the challenges and opportunities facing Louisiana’s economy. While the state has seen job growth and wage increases in recent years, it continues to lag the South in key metrics such as poverty rate, auto insurance costs, and population growth.

“Louisiana leaders made significant positive strides..."

C100 and LABI Call on Businesses to Offer High School Apprenticeships and Internships

In advance of new educational rules, two statewide organizations hosted sold-out summit

At a sold out Apprenticeship Summit today, the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI) and Committee of 100 for Economic Development (C100) joined forces to encourage businesses to expand or start hosting high school students as apprentices and interns in their businesses. In advance of the state’s new education accountability system taking effect in August this year, which places greater emphasis on career technical education and work-based learning, LABI and C100 organized this landmark event to help employers explore innovative ways businesses can invest in the next generation of talent and strengthen Louisiana’s economy.

C100 End of Year Report

C100//LABI SUMMIT