Membership

Connect withAcadiana's Best

One Acadiana is a business-led organization with a community focus. We enable member businesses and individuals to work together to build a stronger business community.

Contact

Troy Wayman

President & CEO

Troy@OneAcadiana.org

337.233.2705

When businesses get involved with One Acadiana, they’re pledging their commitment to the growth and development of the entire region – and stand to benefit greatly through exposure, connection, knowledge, and resources. Membership provides organizations insight into the Lafayette and Acadiana business community and facilitates active involvement with the community, other businesses, vendors, and your customers.

Experience the Benefits of Membership

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Meet, network and connect with businesses, partners and other regional leaders through events, committee meetings and more.

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Access a broad range of informative small business workshops spanning topics like technology, strategy, branding/marketing and more at no cost to you.

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Raise your profile—and by extension, your bottom line—through a variety of One Acadiana sponsorship opportunities.

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Stay informed on matters that impact the local economy, business and the community at large through Leadership Exchanges and policy forums.

In addition to the benefits you receive, your membership helps us make Acadiana one of the world’s best places to live, work, and build a business.

Your membership helps us:

Make our communities and region stronger by seizing opportunities and addressing our obstacles via transportation infrastructure, workforce development, public education, urban revitalization and more.
Grow our region by strategically marketing the area to attract, expand and retain business investment and job opportunities.
Cultivate business growth and leadership by providing engagement and leadership development opportunities—networking, committees, events, and other programs—to improve both your business and your community.

Check out our 2022 Impact Report

Ready to join?

Convinced yet? Click below to fill out our online membership application today.

Become a Member

Interested in more information about 1A membership, but not ready to commit yet? Reach out to receive more information about the benefits of membership.

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Improve the place we call home

Or lend your voice and take the lead in growing Acadiana’s economy by becoming an investor. 1A investors enjoy all the membership benefits outlined above, plus access to additional leadership opportunities.

When your company invests in 1A, you are taking an active role in developing the economic trajectory of Acadiana and securing a bright economic future for our nine-parish region.

After 11 years of membership, I have found value far beyond the sales and networking for which I originally joined. I have found a rich source for the promotion of education, new business, and a true sense of community that goes well beyond day to day business.

Rick Rowan

Manager, Marketing, Events Coordinator, Carpe Diem! Gelato-Espresso Bar

As a member of 1A, you are afforded countless opportunities to gain access, uncover resources, create exposure, and expand your knowledge at our events throughout the year. Stay up-to-date on all our great activities and join us to expand your network in Acadiana.

For all things events,

Contact

Lindsey @OneAcadiana.org

337.233.3672

Regional Celebration

1A’s premier annual event designed to bring together the region’s businesses and economic development partners for a celebration of Acadiana.

700+ Attendees | 1 event per year

Acadiana Women’s Network

This program is designed to foster connections and career development among women in business. These events aim to encourage and promote professional leadership across geography and generations.

60-100 attendees

4 events per year

Lessons from the Corner Office

Featuring premiere executives and business leaders, this new series offers a behind the scenes look at what it takes to lead and thrive in the marketplace, including how top managers confront challenges.

80-150 attendees

2 events per year

An Expert’s Perspective

This symposium series taps the experience of state and national experts to gain insight on subjects ranging from public policy issues, including urban revitalization, to business topics like strategic marketing.

60-100 attendees

1-2 event per year

1A Socials

Socials offer an opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow 1A investors, members, and partners. These larger events are loose on programming and heavy on conversation.

100-200 attendees

2-3 events per year