North Louisiana Economic Partnership

06/12/2026

Research, innovation, and talent development are key drivers of a strong regional economy.

The planned transformation of the former Sears at Mall St. Vincent into a new research facility will support the continued growth of LSU Health Shreveport and create new opportunities for discovery and collaboration in Northwest Louisiana.

06/12/2026

Thank you to Weyerhaeuser's Arcadia OSB Mill for joining our Lincoln Parish EMPWR LA students for a Lunch & Learn yesterday. Opportunities to connect directly with employers help students explore career pathways and prepare for success in the workforce.

06/11/2026

We are excited to celebrate another significant investment in Northwest Louisiana!

CC Forest Products is investing more than $21 million to rebuild and modernize its Coushatta sawmill, creating new opportunities for our workforce while strengthening one of the region's most important industries.

Projects like this demonstrate the confidence companies have in Northwest Louisiana's business climate, workforce, and abundant natural resources. Congratulations to CC Forest Products and all of the partners involved in bringing this investment to life.

Read more: https://nlep.org/cc-forest-products-invests-over-21-million-to-rebuild-coushatta-sawmill/

https://nlep.org/cc-forest-products-invests-over-21-million-to-rebuild-coushatta-sawmill/

06/10/2026

Great to see continued broadband progress in North Louisiana!

Investments like these help strengthen our region's digital infrastructure, support workforce development, and create new opportunities for businesses and residents alike. Connectivity is a key part of building a more competitive and prosperous future for our communities.

Broadband expansion is continuing in Natchitoches Parish!

Optimum has connected 171 households and 24 businesses across the parish to high-speed internet through our GUMBO 1.0 program, bringing reliable service to areas that previously lacked dependable connectivity.

Read more about the project: https://mailchi.mp/la.gov/connectla-emails-10608231?e=4acc3914d3

06/10/2026

Cajun Industries is hosting a hiring event on Thursday, June 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Caddo American Job Center.

Meet with the hiring team, learn about available positions, and explore career opportunities with one of the region’s leading industrial contractors.

📅 Thursday, June 11, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Caddo American Job Center
2121 Fairfield Avenue, Suite 100
Shreveport, LA 71104

06/08/2026

A big congratulations to Shreveport native Zhailon Levingston on his historic Tony Award win for Best Direction of a Musical.
Northwest Louisiana is proud to see one of our own recognized on Broadway's biggest stage!

06/04/2026

Looking for a new career opportunity in Northwest Louisiana?

Fibrebond is hosting an Electrical Hiring Event in partnership with BPCC on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Minden facility. Skilled and entry-level positions are available, and attendees are encouraged to bring a resume and be prepared for possible on-site interviews. Fibrebond is hiring for a variety of positions, including electricians, welders, project managers, warehouse technicians, and more.

The event will also provide information on Fibrebond's paid Electrical School program, with classes beginning June 8 and July 6, offering participants the opportunity to earn while they learn.

It's awesome to see companies across the NLEP region creating new workforce opportunities and investing in the next generation of skilled talent.

Read more:

Minden's Fibrebond is hiring, and in some cases, is paying trainees.

06/04/2026

We're taking a look back at a historic day for Northwest Louisiana.

In February 2026, Amazon and STACK INFRASTRUCTURE announced plans to invest $12 billion in state-of-the-art data center campuses across our region, marking one of the largest economic development projects in Louisiana history.

Watch interviews from announcement day and hear firsthand about the transformational impact this project will have on our economy, workforce, and future growth.

06/03/2026

We’re excited to partner with Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College - NLTCC on the EMPWR Electrical program at the Minden Campus, helping connect residents to hands-on training and in-demand careers in the electrical and construction workforce. Programs like this continue to strengthen the talent pipeline for employers across Northwest Louisiana while creating real opportunities for our workforce.

Learn more and apply today: https://www.nltcc.edu/alert/1618147/empwr-electrical-training-program-now-enrolling

06/01/2026

We’re proud to welcome Wicker Construction to the NLEP investor family. We appreciate their commitment to Northwest Louisiana and look forward to working together to support continued investment and opportunity in our region.