LAFAYETTE, La. – One Acadiana (1A) was honored as the state’s leading Chamber of Commerce of 2024 in the Large Chamber category, selected by the Louisiana Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (LACCE), at the LACCE Annual Awards Show in West Monroe on Monday...
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Acadiana Partners Announce Two Certified Sites in St. Martin Parish
LAFAYETTE, La. – Today, St. Martin Economic Development Authority (SMEDA) with One Acadiana (1A) and SLEMCO announced two sites in St. Martin Parish, totaling 79.80 acres, have been certified under the Louisiana Economic Development (LED) Certified Sites program. The...
Ice Industries’ First Manufacturing Facility in Louisiana to Supply American-Made Products to First Solar, Inc., Create 70 New Jobs
JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH, La. – Ice Industries, Inc., an industrial manufacturer and supplier, announced it is investing $6 million to establish a new production facility in southwest Louisiana. The company’s first venture in the state is expected to begin production in...
One Acadiana Director of Economic Development Earns CEcD Certification
LAFAYETTE, La. – One Acadiana is proud to announce that its Director of Economic Development, Megan Duhon, earned the nationally recognized designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), denoting a...
One Acadiana Receives Two Silver 2024 Excellence Awards from the International Economic Development Council
LAFAYETTE, La. – One Acadiana (1A) has been recognized as a silver winner in two categories of the 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Awards by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). IEDC’s annual Excellence Awards honor economic development...
11 Business Leaders Selected for 2024 Acadiana CEO Roundtable
LAFAYETTE, LA — This month, One Acadiana kicked off the 2024 Acadiana CEO Roundtable, facilitated by Leadership Institute of Acadiana and hosted in collaboration with Louisiana Economic Development. The Acadiana CEO Roundtables bring key decision makers from...
Lafayette Parish on Track to Surpass 55 by 25 Goal
LAFAYETTE, La. – One Acadiana (1A) hosted its annual update on the regional 55 by 25 educational attainment initiative, celebrating Lafayette Parish's progress in being on track to surpass the initiative’s goal ahead of schedule. The event highlighted the ongoing...
One Acadiana Achieves Dual Distinctions: Five-Star Chamber and Accredited Economic Development Organization
We are thrilled to announce a significant achievement that showcases our commitment to excellence and economic growth in the Acadiana region. One Acadiana (1A) has earned reaccreditation as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) and has been accredited...
1A Unveils Newly Renovated Downtown Lafayette Office
LAFAYETTE, La. – One Acadiana (1A) proudly announces the official opening of its new office at 523 Jefferson Street in the heart of Downtown Lafayette. Today’s ribbon cutting ceremony marks a significant milestone for the organization, underscoring its commitment to...
1A Announces Small Business Challenge Winner
LAFAYETTE, LA – One Acadiana (1A) is thrilled to announce the winner of the Small Business Challenge, an initiative aimed at fostering small business growth, while bolstering vibrancy and foot traffic in Downtown Lafayette. After an intensive selection process, Korey...