Lafayette, LA – One Acadiana (1A) has released its 2025 annual report, Impact Report: Dedication in Action, highlighting a year of measurable progress and organizational impact across economic development, regional advocacy, workforce and talent development, and community engagement.
Marking the first year of the organization’s five-year strategic plan, IMPACT 2025 – 2029, One Acadiana delivered significant results across the nine-parish region.
In 2025 alone, One Acadiana worked alongside regional and state partners to secure nearly $489 million in capital investment, resulting in 2,992 new direct jobs and more than $208 million in new annual payroll — surpassing annual goals in every major category.
Due to this tremendous progress, One Acadiana is proud to announce a 50% increase in the IMPACT 2025-2029 goals across direct job creation, capital investment, and new payroll for the remainder of the campaign. This expanded commitment reflects the organization’s unwavering dedication to making Acadiana the best place possible for business and talent.
The updated IMPACT 2025 -2029 goals are as follows:
- 3,000 4,500 Direct Jobs
- $1 Billion $1.5 Billion in Capital Investment
- $400 Million $600 Million in New Payroll
Other key wins highlighted in One Acadiana’s 2025 Impact Report include certification of three new sites for future development, advancement of 18 legislative priorities, support of statewide economic development reform, launch of the ConnectEd initiative, the grand opening of Small Business Challenge winner Magnolia Pantry, and more.
In total, One Acadiana hosted 27 events in 2025, welcomed 138 new members, celebrated more than 80 business milestones, and earned statewide recognition for its Ambassador Program and communications.
Reflecting on the year, One Acadiana President & CEO Troy Wayman said, “The wins of the past year demonstrate what is possible when dedication meets collaboration. From major investments and job creation to meaningful workforce and policy advancements, these results reflect the shared commitment of our investors, partners, and community leaders. Increasing the goals for the remainder of our campaign demonstrates that our dedication to Acadiana is not just a theme — it is a measurable, ongoing effort to ensure our region remains the best place for business and talent to thrive.”
As One Acadiana advances into year two of IMPACT 2025–2029, the organization remains focused on advancing Acadiana’s long-term economic growth.
About One Acadiana
One Acadiana is the chamber of commerce for Lafayette and leading economic development organization for the nine-parish Acadiana region located in south Louisiana. The organization holds both an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) accreditation and a five-star U.S. Chamber of Commerce accreditation. With more than 700 members, One Acadiana serves as the voice of the regional business community. The organization is located in the city of Lafayette and serves a region of nearly 700,000 people with a vibrant culture and unique entrepreneurial spirit. Learn more at OneAcadiana.org.