Louisiana Economic Development hired Matthew Fairbrother as Economic Competitiveness & Analytics Manager.

Louisiana Economic Development (LED) strengthens the state’s business environment and builds a more competitive, opportunity-driven Louisiana economy. With experienced professionals focused on execution and results, LED works alongside companies to deliver the resources, coordination and certainty they need to succeed and grow in Louisiana. Our mission is to position Louisiana for greater economic success by advancing five core pillars: • Ease of Doing Business: Position Louisiana to compete and win by making it the easiest and best place to do business • High Wage Employment: Ensure every Louisianan has the opportunity for proud, ever-growing wages • Thriving Regions: Create thriving regions that are continually capitalizing on opportunities • Growth and Innovation: Optimize Louisiana’s asset industries for growth and innovation to lead in the future • Global Impact: Drive Louisiana’s business ecosystem toward global impact Learn how Louisiana’s competitive environment and innovation ecosystem are empowering businesses to grow, invest and win at OpportunityLouisiana.gov.